French Polynesia · Channel between Hiva Oa and Tahuata
Kui Point
Best time to dive
January to December; July to September
What you might see
- DolphinPossible
- Hammerhead sharkPossible
- Manta rayReliably seen
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Not a snorkel site - Not typically offered - deeper channel/point dive with current
Safety notes
Low visibility, channel current, remote location with only one dive operator on the islands, no chamber facility locally
Permits & fees
No specific permit found; standard per-dive fee via Marquises Diving
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Atuona, Hiva Oa
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.

