

Best for beginner divers, 1-12m, boat entry, mild current.
Rangiroa Aquarium is a reef site fringing Motu Nui Nui, a coral islet situated at the entrance of the Tiputa Pass in French Polynesia. This site is accessible by boat and is suitable for beginners, offering an average depth of 8 metres within a range of 1 to 12 metres. Conditions are generally mild, though visibility varies between 3 and 15 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 27C to 30C. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of potential hazards including sharks and sharp coral. The site is well-regarded for snorkelling, with typical sessions lasting around 60 minutes.
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Most guides will let you drift from the Tiputa Pass to the motu at the end of the last drift.
The site is a 5-minute boat ride from the main villages of Avatoru and Tiputa.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 12m
Visibility
3-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners and is a popular location for snorkelling.
The depth ranges from 1 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
No, boat access is required to reach this reef site.
Yes, Rangiroa Aquarium is a highly rated snorkelling site.
Visitors should be aware of the presence of sharks and sharp coral in the area.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Rangiroa Aquarium in Avatoru and Tiputa. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Rangiroa Aquarium in Avatoru and Tiputa typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Rangiroa Aquarium in Avatoru and Tiputa typically ranges from 3 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.