French Polynesia · Rangiroa - Tiputa Pass complex
The Run
Best time to dive
January to March; May to October
What you might see
- Grey reef sharkLikely
- Hammerhead sharkLikely
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 - no
Safety notes
very deep dive, strong current, narcosis, limited bottom time, expert-level only
Permits & fees
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Rangiroa
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.

