Dive sites in Tuamotu
9–100 m · 39 signature species
47 dive sites in Tuamotu, from the most talked-about to the most confidential.↓ Map of dive sites in Tuamotu
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47 of 47 sites
The Circus →
Watch manta rays use cleaning stations on coral bommies at depths of 7 to 8 metres.
Max. depth · 25 m
Aquarium →
This sheltered lagoon-side reef offers dense concentrations of reef fish and sharks in shallow waters.
Max. depth · 9 m
The Corner →
Ride the tidal currents at the edge of the outer reef to encounter hammerhead sharks and grey reef sharks.
Max. depth · 40 m
Tiputa Pass →
Ride the powerful tidal currents through a deep oceanic channel to encounter resident shark populations and passing dolphins.
Max. depth · 46 m
Avatoru Pass →
Experience powerful tidal currents that funnel large schools of jacks and silvertip sharks through a north-west atoll channel.
Max. depth · 35 m
Shark Cave →
Experience a transition from stationary cavern observation to a high-energy drift through the Tiputa Pass channel.
Max. depth · 35 m
Tuheiva →
A narrow ocean channel where concentrated tidal exchanges bring large sharks and rays into close proximity with the reef.
Max. depth · 30 m
The Canyons →
Navigate a labyrinth of transverse canyons to encounter large aggregations of grey reef sharks in the Tiputa Pass.
Max. depth · 26 m
Windmill →
A calm alternative to the heavy drifts of Tiputa Pass, offering clear blue water encounters with dolphins and manta rays.
Max. depth · 26 m
Hammerhead Mesa →
A deep oceanic ledge at the edge of Tiputa Pass where great hammerhead sharks congregate seasonally.
Max. depth · 60 m
The Crossing →
Experience the transition from the reef slope to the open ocean basin through tidal-driven drift dives.
Max. depth · 36 m
Motu Nuhi-Nuhi →
A sheltered coral garden located in the lee of the motu, offering calm conditions and frequent blacktip reef shark sightings.
Max. depth · 10 m
Giant Wrasses Shelf →
A wide coral shelf at 18 to 26 metres where large humphead wrasse congregate alongside passing pelagics.
Max. depth · 26 m
Shark's Hole →
A vertical reef fault descending to 55 metres hosts massive aggregations of grey reef sharks in open ocean conditions.
Max. depth · 55 m
The Old Pearl Farm →
A shallow lagoon site where reef manta rays congregate over coral heads in calm, clear waters.
Max. depth · 15 m
The Drop-Off →
A vertical reef wall dropping into the abyss, attracting large schools of jacks and seasonal marbled grouper aggregations.
Max. depth · 40 m
The Wall / The Fault →
A blue-water wall dive focusing on intricate reef structures and sudden oceanic drops.
Max. depth · 50 m
The Big Blue →
Suspended in a deep blue water column, you watch large pelagic species approach from the open ocean.
Max. depth · 30 m
The Break →
Experience the concentrated activity of reef sharks within a deep fissure on the southern outer reef of Manihi.
Max. depth · 30 m
Mahutu →
An open-ocean drift dive through a distinct underwater valley bordered by a productive coral wall.
Max. depth · 18 m
Small Pass →
A concentrated drift dive through a narrow channel that offers some of the most vibrant coral cover in the Rangiroa area.
Max. depth · 30 m
Passe de Garuae →
Garuae Pass is French Polynesia's widest pass, offering a dynamic drift dive through a vibrant pelagic ecosystem and intricate coral canyons.
Max. depth · 30 m
La passe de Tuheiava →
Explorez la vie marine dense de la passe de Tuheiava, où les courants orchestrent un spectacle pélagique constant.
Max. depth · 50 m
Maiuru →
Descend onto a channelled reef-flat at Maiuru, exploring its diverse coral structures before reaching an abrupt, current-swept drop-off.
Max. depth · 20 m
Pufana →
Pufana offers a tranquil lagoon dive within Fakarava's North Pass, where extensive coral gardens host diverse reef life and frequent shark encounters in calm, clear conditions.
Max. depth · 17 m
Le BLEU →
Descend into the open blue of Rangiroa's Tiputa Pass, where the outgoing current delivers encounters with oceanic sharks in their natural hunting grounds.
Max. depth · 55 m
La petite passe →
Descend into Rangiroa's Avatoru Pass and let the powerful inward current carry you through a vibrant channel sculpted with colourful caves.
Max. depth · 19 m
Ohotu reef →
Ohotu Reef offers a dynamic encounter with Fakarava's rich pelagic life and vibrant coral ecosystems within the legendary Garuae Pass.
Max. depth · 100 m
La mi-éolienne →
Dive La mi-éolienne by leveraging the reef's contours and counter-currents, offering a controlled drift into the vibrant life of Tiputa Pass.
Max. depth · 49 m
Les Canyons →
Drift through the natural canyons of Rangiroa's Tiputa Pass, where strong currents deliver consistent grey shark encounters.
Max. depth · 26 m
Passe de Tumakohua →
Dive into the vibrant heart of Fakarava's southern atoll, where a renowned grey shark wall and thriving coral gardens await in a uniquely calm drift experience.
Avatoru sortie droite →
Drift the outer reef of Avatoru Pass, encountering large schools of bigeye trevally and numerous reef white-tip sharks where the ocean meets the atoll.
Max. depth · 20 m
Passe de Tairapa →
Explore the dramatic drift dives of Passe de Tairapa, where coral cliffs plummet from 3 meters to staggering depths, teeming with an unparalleled density of marine life.
Max. depth · 50 m
L’angle →
Descend into the heart of Rangiroa's legendary Tiputa Pass, where the outgoing current sculpts an exhilarating dive profile and diverse marine encounters.
Max. depth · 45 m
La marche →
Descend into the heart of Rangiroa's Tiputa Pass, where the strong incoming current carries you into a world of powerful pelagics and an unparalleled opportunity to encounter the Great Hammerhead Shark.
Max. depth · 55 m
Maiuru et Ohutu →
Discover the vibrant plateaus of Maiuru and Ohutu, a thriving coral landscape rich with pelagic life just outside Fakarava's renowned North Pass.
Pufana reef →
Pufana Reef offers a tranquil and luminous dive experience within Fakarava's lagoon, perfect for calm exploration and consistent shark encounters.
Max. depth · 50 m
La bouée →
Descend into the vibrant currents of Poito - la bouée to encounter colossal schools of jacks and barracuda, and a unique rendezvous with the carpet shark at sunset.
Max. depth · 50 m
Le trou aux requins →
Descend into the heart of a grey reef shark nursery, where visibility allows for sweeping views down a wall plunging over 60 metres.
Max. depth · 80 m
La traversée →
Navigate the inbound current through Rangiroa's Tiputa Pass, deep inside a vibrant living corridor known for its grey reef shark aggregations.
Max. depth · 50 m
La grotte aux requins →
Descend to 35 metres to observe grey sharks in their natural habitat before drifting into the vibrant lagon in a strong current.
Max. depth · 35 m
Garuae pass →
Descend into Garuae Pass, Fakarava's northern gateway, and encounter schools of Raira (grey reef sharks) navigating a vibrant marine environment.
Max. depth · 70 m
L’éolienne →
Begin your dive at L'éolienne on the oceanic reef slope, finding immediate shelter from the strong outgoing current of Tiputa Pass, before exploring the reef's edge with abundant marine life.
Max. depth · 26 m
Teonai →
Descend into Teonai, where schools of jack fish envelop you and eagle rays glide past with sleek precision in Tikehau's vibrant waters.
Max. depth · 50 m
Tumakohua pass →
Descend into Tumakohua Pass, Fakarava, a narrower channel offering drift dives brimming with life, yet with notably calmer currents than its northern counterpart.
Station de nettoyage des Raies manta →
At Station de nettoyage des Raies manta, you'll witness the mesmerizing ballet of giant manta rays gliding effortlessly through Tikehau's warm, clear waters.
Max. depth · 15 m
Aramuramu →
Descend into a labyrinth of underwater canyons where visibility extends far, and you may find dolphins escorting your approach.
Max. depth · 50 m
