French Polynesia · Fakarava North Pass
Garuae Pass
Also known as: North Pass, Passe de Garuae, Ngaruae
Best time to dive
January to December; August to October
What you might see
- DolphinPossible
- Grey reef sharkLikely
- Hammerhead sharkPossible
- Manta rayLikely
- Napoleon wrasseLikely
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 - Limited; surface snorkel possible near motu edges at slack tide, not the main draw
Safety notes
Powerful pass current, must dive slack/incoming tide, potential for strong outgoing flow
Permits & fees
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Rotoava
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.