The Dome

Best time to dive

May to October

What you might see

• Grey reef sharkLikely

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 viable - deep (30m) cave penetration requiring full scuba certification and cave/torch experience

Safety notes

Deep overhead cave penetration to ~30m, chamber exit requires re-descending through water, torch mandatory, advanced training strongly advised, no direct surface ascent

Permits & fees

No specific dive permit required; guided boat dive with licensed operator mandatory

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Alofi