French Polynesia · Off Taotoi Pass, north shore

Taotoï

Also known as: Taotoi

Best time to dive

January to December; May to November

What you might see

  • Eagle rayLikely
  • Grey reef sharkLikely
  • Moray eelReliably seen
  • Napoleon wrasseLikely
  • Nurse sharkLikely
  • Sea turtleLikely

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

Snorkel-friendly - Unlikely suitable (depth/surge)

Safety notes

Strong surge/current variability, pass-adjacent entry with rip-tide/breakers, overhang/overhead terrain requiring buoyancy control

Permits & fees

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Moorea

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