

Best for beginner divers, 1-3m, shore entry, mild current.
Toaroto Beach (PK15.5) is a narrow white sand beach on Tahiti Nui featuring a rocky entry that leads to healthy coral heads. This site is suitable for beginners, offering an average depth of 2 metres with a range between 1 and 3 metres. Snorkellers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 25 metres. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, showers, a rinse station, equipment rental, and guided tours. Air fills are also available for those diving. The site is less crowded than other local beaches and provides a calm environment for exploring the reef structure.
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The site is used frequently for training dives, refreshers, and relaxed underwater sightseeing when ocean conditions outside the reef are up.
Shore-entry lagoon dive area near Punaauia.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 3m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners with an average depth of 2 metres and mild currents.
The depth at this site ranges from 1 to 3 metres, with an average depth of 2 metres.
Toaroto Beach is a shore entry site.
Yes, the site is used for snorkelling and has a rating of 3/5.
Hazards include sharp coral and strong currents.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Toaroto Beach (PK15.5) in Punaauia. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Toaroto Beach (PK15.5) in Punaauia. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Toaroto Beach (PK15.5) in Punaauia are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Toaroto Beach (PK15.5) in Punaauia typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Toaroto Beach (PK15.5) in Punaauia typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.