French Polynesia · Tikehau - mid lagoon

The Old Pearl Farm

Also known as: Manta Farm, The Pearl Farm

Best time to dive

January to December

What you might see

  • Grey reef sharkLikely
  • Manta rayReliably seen

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

Certification & difficulty

Open Water

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Yes, very popular manta snorkel site

Safety notes

Silting from divers/snorkelers kneeling on sandy bottom; boat traffic

Permits & fees

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Tikehau

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