

Best for beginner divers, 1-8m, shore entry, mild current.
Havaiki is a convenient shore entry site located near the village of Rotoava on Fakarava. The topography consists of several coral heads, known locally as patates, situated near a pearl farm. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 1 to 8 metres and an average depth of 5 metres. Conditions are generally mild, with visibility varying between 10 and 40 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, typically between 27C and 29C. Species recorded around this area include Napoleon Wrasse, Whitetip Reef Sharks, Giant Moray, and various wrasses, triggerfish, and butterflyfish.
-16.07280, -145.61510
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 8m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering mild currents and shallow depths averaging 5 metres.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling, with a snorkel rating of 3 out of 5.
Species recorded around this area include Napoleon Wrasse, Whitetip Reef Sharks, Giant Moray, Leaf Scorpionfish, and various species of wrasses, triggerfish, and butterflyfish.
Access to the site is via a shore entry near the village of Rotoava.
The depth at Havaiki ranges from 1 to 8 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Havaiki in Fakarava. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Havaiki in Fakarava. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
Havaiki in Fakarava typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Havaiki in Fakarava typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.