

Best for advanced divers, 15-37m, boat entry.
Garden of Roses is a reef dive site in Opunohu Bay, Moorea, suited for advanced divers due to its depth and potential for decompression requirements. The site features depths ranging from 15 to 37 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Access is by boat only. Marine life recorded at the site includes wrasses, which are very common, particularly between July and November. Divers may also encounter Regal Angelfish, Lemonpeel Angelfish, pufferfish, Speckled Butterflyfish, scorpionfish, Pacific Bullethead Parrotfish, and Flagtail Triggerfish. Rarer sightings include the Giant Moray, Turkey Moray, Snowflake Moray, Flame Angelfish, Japanese Pygmy Angelfish, Day Octopus, and Whitetip Reef Shark. Hazards include deep water and the presence of sharks.
-17.48850, -149.85400
Current and depth should be checked locally if the site is on an outer slope.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
15-37m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-29°C
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Divers regularly record wrasses, which are very common. Other species include Regal Angelfish, Lemonpeel Angelfish, pufferfish, Speckled Butterflyfish, scorpionfish, Pacific Bullethead Parrotfish, and Flagtail Triggerfish. Rarer sightings include Giant, Turkey, and Snowflake morays, Flame and Japanese Pygmy angelfish, Day Octopus, and Whitetip Reef Sharks.
No, Garden of Roses is intended for advanced divers due to the depth profile and potential for decompression requirements.
The site ranges from 15 to 37 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; a boat is required to reach the location.
Due to the depth of the reef and the advanced skill level required, this site is not suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Garden of Roses in Paopao requires the following certifications: Experienced Divers. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Garden of Roses in Paopao. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Garden of Roses in Paopao are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Garden of Roses in Paopao should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Visibility at Garden of Roses in Paopao typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.