Cook Islands · Rarotonga, coast varies by source
Jade Reef
Best time to dive
January to December; April to November
What you might see
- Grey reef 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 - boat dive site beyond snorkel depth
Safety notes
Overhangs used by resting white-tip reef sharks - maintain distance and buoyancy control near overhangs
Permits & fees
No government dive permit required; operators require proof of certification (C-card) and logbook
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Rarotonga
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.