Diving in Tahiti & Moorea
Tahiti & Moorea: two faces, one passion for diving
Tahiti and Moorea offer majestic volcanic landscapes and turquoise lagoons that immediately captivate travelers. But it is beneath the surface that the spectacle becomes truly magical.
Just a few minutes from the capital Papeete, Tahiti reveals vertiginous drop-offs and passes teeming with sharks. Moorea, its twin sister, charms with its rays, turtles, and dolphins in an idyllic setting of dazzlingly colorful lagoons.
These two islands are perfect playgrounds for divers of all levels: beginners, explorers, or deep divers.
Must-see diving sites in Tahiti
The Fausse Passe drop-off, Tahiti
An ideal spot for observing gray and blacktip sharks, as well as a multitude of tropical fish swimming along a spectacular reef.
L'Aquarium, Tahiti
An ideal lagoon site for beginners, with a maximum depth of around 12 m. It is famous for its three shipwrecks—a plane (Cessna) and two boats—forming artificial reefs rich in marine life: clownfish, parrotfish, pufferfish, rays
La Vallée Blanche, Tahiti
Considered one of the most beautiful sites on the island, it is distinguished by its impressive fauna, including several species of sharks (gray, black, white tip, lemon, and sometimes tiger sharks), as well as schools of trevally, coachman fish, batfish, and others. It is an ideal site for drift diving with often very good visibility (~20 m) and a depth of up to about 24 m.
La Source, Tahiti
A unique site where a freshwater spring gushes out at a depth of about 8 m, mixing fresh and salt water in a stunning visual and thermal environment. Turtles, white tip sharks, schools of fusiliers, etc. are regularly seen here. Suitable for all levels.
The Saint-Etienne drop-off, Tahiti
Located near Taapuna, this site offers spectacular vertical walls descending to 60 m. Recommended for more experienced divers, you can encounter turtles, Napoleon fish, schools of tropical fish, sole, red grouper, etc. Drift diving is possible here.
The Aure Fault, Tahiti
Another magnificent vertical drop-off on the east coast, with a large opening in the reef barrier that plunges into the depths. The upper part is very lively, with a variety of fish and sometimes turtles. Superb visibility, to be explored with a guide.
La Zélée, Tahiti
Close to the port of Pape‘ete, this site centers on the remains of an old gunboat (the Zélée), broken into pieces underwater. You can also admire black and pink corals at a depth of around 20 m, as well as a rich variety of pelagic fish.
Must-see diving sites in Moorea
The stingray and shark site in Moorea
In the lagoon, swim among stingrays and get up close to blacktip reef sharks, an experience accessible even to beginners.
The Tiahura canyons, Moorea
A fascinating dive in a natural setting of crevices and cavities where turtles, napoleon fish, and multicolored fish hide.
Taotoi, Moorea
A popular narrow passage where a multitude of fish pass from one side of the island to the other. You can also see impressive moray eels and, occasionally, rays or sharks.
The Ray Corridor, Moorea
An exciting drift dive through a natural lagoon where you can see corals, fish, and majestic eagle rays. Perfect for those who enjoy fluid movements underwater.
Experience it with e-TAHITI travel
With e-TAHITI travel, explore the seabed of Tahiti and Moorea alongside passionate guides. Whether it's your first dive or you're looking for more challenging explorations, we offer unique experiences tailored to your desires.
