

Best for advanced divers, 13-40m, boat entry, strong current.
Vallée Blanche is a drift dive site located in Opunohu Bay, Moorea, featuring a combination of reef and canyon topography. The site is suited for advanced divers due to strong currents and depths ranging from 13 to 40 metres, with an average of 25 metres. Access is by boat only. Divers can encounter various marine life, including wrasses, which are very common, particularly between July and November. Other species recorded at the site include whitetip reef sharks, turkey moray, pufferfish, scorpionfish, and several species of angelfish and butterflyfish. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 25 metres, and water temperatures remain between 27 and 29C throughout the year.
-17.48480, -149.85900
It is advisable to go in the company of a professional guide.
The site is located just opposite Tahiti airport.
Recorded at this site
Depth
13-40m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Year-round
Divers regularly encounter wrasses, which are very common. Other species recorded include whitetip reef sharks, turkey moray, pufferfish, scorpionfish, and various angelfish and butterflyfish.
No, Vallée Blanche is intended for advanced divers due to the presence of strong currents.
The depth ranges from 13 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
No, this is a boat-only dive site.
This site is designated for diving and is not recommended for snorkelling due to the depth and strong currents.
Diving at Vallée Blanche in Papeete requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Vallée Blanche in Papeete. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Vallée Blanche in Papeete. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Vallée Blanche in Papeete 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.
Divers at Vallée Blanche in Papeete 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.
Vallée Blanche in Papeete can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Vallée Blanche in Papeete typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.