

Best for beginner divers, 5-15m, boat entry, mild current.
The Aquarium in Tahiti Nui offers a varied underwater landscape featuring a natural reef, a wreck, and artificial reef structures. Located 500 metres from shore, this site is suitable for beginners due to its manageable depths of 5 to 15 metres and mild currents. Divers and snorkellers can expect visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent between 27 and 29 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Access to the site is by boat only, and local dive shops provide air fills. A typical dive session lasts approximately 45 minutes.
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Access is by boat only, so book with a local dive shop that offers air fills on site. Year-round conditions mean there is no bad season to visit, but confirming your operator has fill facilities before you book will save you a trip.
The site is accessible via an easy shore entry.
No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-15m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth range of 5 to 15 metres and mild currents.
The depth at The Aquarium ranges from 5 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Yes, The Aquarium is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Access is by boat only. You should book with a local dive shop that provides air fills.
The site features mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures range from 27 to 29 degrees Celsius year-round.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at The Aquarium in Faaa. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.