

Best for advanced divers, 10-45m, boat entry, strong current.
Tiputa Pass is a dynamic drift dive site in Rangiroa, French Polynesia, featuring a complex topography of reefs, walls, and canyons. Divers experience strong currents, requiring advanced skill levels to navigate the site, which ranges from 10 to 45 metres in depth. Access is strictly by boat. The site supports a diverse range of marine life, including common sightings of Napoleon Wrasse, Titan Triggerfish, and various wrasses. Divers may also encounter Spotted Eagle Rays, Whitetip Reef Sharks, Achilles Tang, Giant Moray, and Regal Angelfish. Visibility typically ranges between 15 and 40 metres, with water temperatures remaining warm throughout the year, averaging between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius.
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Between January and March, great hammerheads gather at Tiputa Pass to hunt eagle rays.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
10-45m
Visibility
15-40m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar
Divers frequently encounter Napoleon Wrasse, Titan Triggerfish, and various wrasses. Other species recorded include Spotted Eagle Rays, Whitetip Reef Sharks, Achilles Tang, Giant Moray, Regal Angelfish, and Great Barracuda.
No, Tiputa Pass is classified as an advanced dive site due to the presence of strong currents.
The site ranges from 10 to 45 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; a boat is required to access the pass.
Due to the strong currents and the nature of the drift dive, this site is intended for advanced scuba divers rather than snorkellers.
Diving at Tiputa Pass in Rangiroa requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Tiputa Pass in Rangiroa. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Tiputa Pass in Rangiroa are January, February, and March. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Tiputa Pass in Rangiroa 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.
Tiputa Pass in Rangiroa can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Tiputa Pass in Rangiroa typically ranges from 15 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.