French Polynesia · West coast
The Sea Fans (Tahiti)
Also known as: Piton aux Gorgones
Best time to dive
January to December; May to October; July to October
What you might see
- BarracudaLikely
- Grey reef sharkLikely
- Moray eelLikely
- Napoleon wrasseLikely
- NudibranchLikely
- Sea turtleLikely
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 - No - a deep dive.
Permits & fees
No special site permit; dive through a licensed Tahiti operator. Confirm before booking.
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.