Best for intermediate divers, 8-31m, boat entry, mild current.
Aruntanga Passage is a reef site in the Marshall Islands that cuts through the reef, offering depths between 8 and 31 metres with an average of 12 metres. Divers experience visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres and water temperatures between 27 and 30C. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for intermediate divers due to mild currents that can strengthen unexpectedly. Divers should navigate carefully around sharp coral along the walls and deploy a surface marker buoy on every ascent to account for boat traffic. Brief thoroughly with the boat crew before descending to confirm entry and exit procedures.
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Currents can spike beyond the usual mild conditions in the passage, so brief carefully with your boat crew before descending and agree on a pickup plan in case you surface away from the entry point. Boat traffic in the area is an additional hazard, so deploy a surface marker buoy on every ascent.
Boat access via the Arutanga Passage.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-31m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
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No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the potential for currents to strengthen without warning.
The site ranges from 8 to 31 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; a boat is required for access.
Hazards include boat traffic, sharp coral, and strong currents. Divers should also be aware of jellyfish and the presence of sharks in the area.
Diving at Arutanga Passage in Aitutaki requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Arutanga Passage in Aitutaki. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Arutanga Passage in Aitutaki typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Arutanga Passage in Aitutaki typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
