

Best for beginner divers, 1-4m, boat entry, mild current.
Motu Tane is a shallow reef site located on the northern side of the Bora Bora lagoon near the airport. This site features well-preserved coral formations in very shallow water, with depths ranging from 1 to 4 metres and an average of 2 metres. Access is by boat only. The site is suitable for beginners and offers mild currents with visibility typically between 10 and 30 metres. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, redtooth triggerfish, lagoon triggerfish, Pacific sailfin tang, orangestripe triggerfish, black durgeon, elongate clam, Pacific doublesaddle butterflyfish, and threadfin butterflyfish. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of sharp coral hazards.
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High tide is generally preferred for water activities to ensure sufficient depth.
Access is exclusively via private boat transfer from the main island of Bora Bora.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 4m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
15 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, Motu Tane is a snorkel site with a rating of 4 out of 5.
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, redtooth triggerfish, lagoon triggerfish, Pacific sailfin tang, orangestripe triggerfish, black durgeon, elongate clam, Pacific doublesaddle butterflyfish, and threadfin butterflyfish.
Yes, Motu Tane is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth and mild currents.
The depth ranges from 1 to 4 metres, with an average depth of 2 metres.
Access to Motu Tane is by boat only.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Motu Tane in Bora Bora. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Motu Tane in Bora Bora are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Motu Tane in Bora Bora typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Motu Tane in Bora Bora typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.