

Best for beginner divers, 5-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Anau is a reef and drop-off site located on the east side of Bora Bora. The site features a coral garden at 6m depth, dominated by staghorn and honeycomb corals, which transitions into a reef slope covered in porites rus coral. This slope descends to a sandy bottom at 17-20m. A narrow channel between 8m and 12m depth can experience mild currents. The site is accessible by boat and suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 5m to 30m. Species recorded around this area include spotted eagle rays, giant moray, blacktip reef sharks, and various triggerfish, wrasses, and butterflyfish.
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Arrive early and position yourself near the cleaning station to observe manta rays.
Boat dive.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
May, Oct
Species recorded around this area include spotted eagle rays, giant moray, blacktip reef sharks, redtooth triggerfish, wrasses, and various butterflyfish.
Yes, Anau is suitable for beginners with a depth range of 5m to 30m and mild currents.
The site ranges from 5m to 30m, with an average depth of 21m.
Boat access is required to reach this site.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
The best months to visit are May and October.
Diving at ANAU - Mantas Spot - BORA BORA in Bora Bora requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at ANAU - Mantas Spot - BORA BORA in Bora Bora. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
ANAU - Mantas Spot - BORA BORA in Bora Bora typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at ANAU - Mantas Spot - BORA BORA in Bora Bora typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.