

Best for beginner divers, 1-5m, shore entry, mild current.
Ta’ahiamanu Beach in Opunohu Bay offers a shallow, shore-entry snorkeling experience suitable for beginners. The reef sits approximately 10 metres from the shore, with depths ranging from 1 to 5 metres and an average of 3 metres. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres, and the site features mild currents. Divers and snorkellers regularly encounter wrasses, orangestripe triggerfish, and moorish idols. Other species recorded here include regal angelfish, day octopus, snowflake moray, elongate clam, and various parrotfish and butterflyfish. The entry requires caution due to sharp coral and rocks, so protective footwear is recommended. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, and showers.
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Water shoes or reef-safe booties are worth packing for the entry, as the coral and rocks along the shore can be sharp underfoot. The site has parking, toilets, and showers on site, so it works well as a half-day stop without needing to carry extra gear.
Fly to Tahiti International Airport, then fly to Moorea airport or take a ferry. It is possible to get to the beach by bus, but hiring a taxi is recommended.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 5m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
You can expect to see very common wrasses, common orangestripe triggerfish, and uncommon species such as regal angelfish, day octopus, snowflake moray, elongate clam, and moorish idols.
Yes, the shallow depths and mild currents make this site accessible for beginners without prior experience or certification.
The water depth ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
This is a shore-entry site located approximately 10 metres from the beach.
Yes, Ta’ahiamanu Beach is a designated snorkel site.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Ta’ahiamanu Beach in Moorea. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Ta’ahiamanu Beach in Moorea are April, May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Ta’ahiamanu Beach in Moorea typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Ta’ahiamanu Beach in Moorea typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.