French Polynesia · Faa'a lagoon, NW near airport
Hydravion et Goélette
Also known as: Catalina wreck, La Goelette
Best time to dive
January to December
What you might see
- Grey reef sharkLikely
- Moray eelLikely
- NudibranchPossible
- Sea turtlePossible
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Technical - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Snorkel-friendly - Possible over shallower wreck sections
Safety notes
Wreck penetration risks (silt-out, entanglement) for those entering interior spaces, sharp metal edges
Permits & fees
No permit found; standard per-dive fee
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Tahiti
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.