

Best for beginner divers, 5-35m, boat entry, moderate current.
Tahiti is a cave dive site located in the La Maddalena Archipelago, Italy. The site features a cave system ranging from 5 to 35 metres in depth. While the shallower sections are suitable for beginners, the deeper areas require more experience. Access is by boat only, and divers must be prepared for moderate currents and variable visibility. Water temperatures range from 14 to 19 degrees Celsius, necessitating appropriate thermal protection. Due to active boat traffic overhead, divers should surface near their vessel and use a surface marker buoy. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, bream, cuttlefish, sea stars, and various blennies.
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Check conditions locally before heading out, as variable visibility combined with the current can make the cave more demanding than it looks on paper. Confirm wetsuit thickness with the dive operator, as 14 degrees Celsius catches many visitors underprepared.
Located at PK 58,100 C./mer Phaeton Bay, Taravao.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-35m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-19°C
Current
Moderate
Species recorded around this area include European Common Cuttlefish, various wrasses, bream, sea stars, Painted Comber, Mauve Stinger, Wide Eyed Flounder, crabs, blennies, and Castagnole.
Yes, the shallower sections of the cave are suitable for beginners, though the deeper parts of the site reach 35 metres and require more experience.
The site features a depth range of 5 to 35 metres.
Tahiti is a boat dive located approximately 2778 metres from the shore; a boat is required to reach the site.
Water temperatures range from 14 to 19 degrees Celsius throughout the year, with the coldest temperatures occurring between January and May.
Diving at Tahiti in Taravao requires the following certifications: Level 1. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Tahiti in Taravao. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 19°C.