

Best for beginner divers, 10-17m, boat entry, mild current.
Stingray World in Opunohu Bay, Moorea, features a combination of natural and artificial reef structures. Situated 100 metres from shore, the site offers a comfortable depth range of 10 to 17 metres with mild currents, making it suitable for beginners. Divers frequently encounter Pink Whiprays, wrasses, Bluefin Trevally, Vagabond Butterflyfish, groupers, and Lagoon Triggerfish. Other species include Palenose Parrotfish, Pennant Bannerfish, Moorish Idols, and Fire Dartfish. Water temperatures remain between 27 and 29C with visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Access is by boat only. Divers should remain vigilant for boat traffic at the surface and avoid contact with sharp coral and jellyfish present in the water column.
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The site is located inside the Moorea reef in a sand-bottomed area near the Beachcomber Hotel.
Access is via dinghy or dive boat mooring.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-17m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Divers regularly encounter Pink Whiprays, wrasses, Bluefin Trevally, Vagabond Butterflyfish, groupers, and Lagoon Triggerfish. Less common sightings include Palenose Parrotfish, Pennant Bannerfish, Moorish Idols, and Fire Dartfish.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and comfortable depth range.
The site depth ranges from 10 to 17 metres.
Access to Stingray World is by boat only.
Divers should watch for boat traffic at the surface, avoid sharp coral and rock, and be aware of jellyfish in the water column.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Stingray World in Moorea. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
Stingray World in Moorea typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Stingray World in Moorea typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.