

Best for beginner divers, 18-27m, boat entry, mild current.
Lagoon Hole in Tahiti Iti offers a combination of reef and wreck topography within a lagoon setting. The site reaches depths between 18 and 27 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Conditions are generally relaxed with mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Access to the site is by boat only. Water temperatures remain consistent between 26 and 29 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, pufferfish, regal angelfish, and various butterflyfish species, alongside nudibranchs and anemones.
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To end the dive, watch for leopard rays which can appear in groups of up to 40.
Located at Phaeton Bay, Taravao.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-27m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, pufferfish, regal angelfish, dot and dash butterflyfish, and various surgeonfish and triggerfish.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and the ability to stay within shallower depths of the 18 to 27-metre range.
The site ranges from 18 to 27 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Lagoon Hole is accessible by boat only; you must arrange your trip with a local dive operator.
The site features mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres, with water temperatures ranging from 26 to 29 degrees Celsius.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Lagoon Hole in Taravao. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
Divers at Lagoon Hole in Taravao 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.