

Best for intermediate divers, 18-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Le Nordby is a wreck dive located off Tahaa, French Polynesia, resting at depths between 18 and 30 metres. Accessible only by boat, the site features a structured environment that attracts reef fish and invertebrates. Divers should expect mild currents and variable visibility, which can change the character of the dive significantly. Due to the depth and potential for entanglement within the wreck, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Guided tours are recommended for safety, particularly when navigating the wreck's interior. Stonefish are present, so divers should be cautious with hand and fin placement. Night diving is available at this location.
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Book a guided tour rather than diving independently here, as variable visibility and entanglement hazards inside the wreck make a local guide a practical safety measure. Watch where you place your hands and fins on and around the wreck, as stonefish have been recorded at this site.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
18-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Mild
The wreck structure attracts various reef fish and invertebrates. Divers should be aware that stonefish are present on and around the wreck.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the depth, potential for entanglement, and variable visibility.
The wreck sits at depths ranging from 18 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Le Nordby is a boat-only dive site.
No, this is a wreck dive located at depths of 18 to 30 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Hazards include the significant depth, potential for entanglement within the wreck, variable visibility, and the presence of stonefish.
Diving at Le Nordby in Uturoa requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Le Nordby in Uturoa. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
Le Nordby in Uturoa typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.