French Polynesia · East lagoon off Fitiiu Point

Anau

Also known as: Anau Wall, Manta Cleaning Station

Best time to dive

January to December

What you might see

  • Manta rayLikely

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Open Water

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Yes - one of the best manta snorkel sites in French Polynesia, very popular snorkel/dive combo

Safety notes

Boat traffic in lagoon (snorkelers should use marker floats), maintain distance from mantas per guide instruction

Permits & fees

No formal permit; standard tour/dive fee via operator

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Bora Bora

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.