Passe Pakaka
Also known as: Passe Haniuri, Apataki South Pass
Best time to dive
May to October
What you might see
- Eagle rayLikely
- 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
Snorkel-friendly - Shallow depth (8-18m) makes the pass mouth snorkelable in calm conditions, though not commercially offered as a set snorkel trip
Safety notes
Tidal current reversals typical of Tuamotu passes; remote atoll with limited dive/medical infrastructure
Permits & fees
No special dive permit required; book through a licensed Tuamotu operator or liveaboard
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Apataki
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.