

Best for advanced divers, 14-30m, boat entry, strong current.
The Tiputa Pass is a drift dive site in Rangiroa, French Polynesia, characterised by a reef and wall topography. Access is by boat only, and the site is suitable for advanced divers due to strong currents. Depths range from 14 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres. Visibility varies significantly, ranging from 10 to 60 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, between 27C and 30C. The site is also accessible for snorkelling under specific conditions, requiring calm seas and an incoming current from the open ocean into the atoll. Hazards include the depth, strong currents, and the presence of sharks.
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The pass can be drift-snorkeled only when the sea is calm and with an incoming current from the open sea towards the inner part of the atoll.
Boats leave from Avatoru and Tiputa jetties and reach the pass in a few minutes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
14-30m
Visibility
10-60m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
45 min
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the strong currents present in the pass.
The site ranges from 14 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 30 metres.
Yes, drift snorkelling is possible when the sea is calm and the current is incoming from the open sea toward the atoll.
Access to the site is by boat only.
Divers should be aware of the deep water, strong currents, and the presence of sharks.
Diving at The Tiputa Pass in Avatoru and Tiputa requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near The Tiputa Pass in Avatoru and Tiputa. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at The Tiputa Pass in Avatoru and Tiputa. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The Tiputa Pass in Avatoru and Tiputa can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at The Tiputa Pass in Avatoru and Tiputa typically ranges from 10 metres to 60 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.