

Best for beginner divers, 10-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Tapu is a reef and drift dive site located 1000 metres offshore from Bora Bora. Accessible only by boat, the site features depths ranging from 10 to 40 metres with an average of 18 metres. Divers can expect moderate currents and visibility between 30 and 40 metres. Marine life includes very common redtooth triggerfish and common black durgeon. Other species observed include turkey moray, pinktail triggerfish, threadfin butterflyfish, orangestripe triggerfish, moorish idol, wrasses, hawaiian dascyllus, hawkfish, and humpback snapper. Blacktip and lemon sharks are also present. Hazards include sharp coral, surf, strong currents, and sharks. The site is suitable for beginners and offers a 4/5 rating for snorkelling.
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Remain static to let the sharks come towards you, as they usually move away if you try to follow them.
Located along Bora Bora's outer reef, about 1 kilometer south of Passe Teavanui. Access is via boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-40m
Visibility
30-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Divers regularly encounter redtooth triggerfish and black durgeon. Other species recorded include turkey moray, pinktail triggerfish, threadfin butterflyfish, orangestripe triggerfish, moorish idol, wrasses, hawaiian dascyllus, hawkfish, humpback snapper, and blacktip and lemon sharks.
Yes, the site is classified as suitable for beginner divers.
Depths range from 10 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Yes, Tapu is located 1000 metres offshore and requires boat access.
Yes, Tapu is suitable for snorkelling and holds a rating of 4/5.
Diving at Tapu in Bora Bora requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Tapu in Bora Bora. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
Divers at Tapu in Bora Bora 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.
Expect moderate currents at Tapu in Bora Bora. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Tapu in Bora Bora typically ranges from 30 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.