Cook Islands · Rarotonga west drop-off
The Pinnacle (Rarotonga)
Also known as: Pinnacles
Best time to dive
January to December; April to November
Certification & difficulty
Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Not a snorkel site - No - boat dive site well beyond snorkel depth
Safety notes
Venomous reef species present (stonefish, lionfish, scorpionfish) - avoid contact with the substrate; current on the drop-off
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.