French Polynesia · Arue, east coast
La Faille d'Arue
Also known as: Arue Fault, Tombant Arue
Best time to dive
January to December; May to October
What you might see
- DolphinLikely
- Grey reef sharkLikely
- Moray eelLikely
- Tiger sharkPossible
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
Not a snorkel site - Not suitable - deep wall/cave dive
Safety notes
Depth to 30m+, overhead/cave-like fault section requires good buoyancy control
Permits & fees
Standard per-dive fee; no separate permit found
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.