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Date de publication : 13/01/2024

French Polynesia is a veritable giant aquarium, where divers of all levels can marvel at the incredible wealth of marine life. Diving is possible all year round, with an average water temperature of 26° and excellent visibility. Stingrays, barracudas, napoleons, turtles and sharks can all be spotted in a combination of faults, canyons and vertiginous drop-offs. The most spectacular spots in Polynesia? The Tiputa pass in Rangiroa atoll and the two Fakarava passes. Thrills guaranteed!

French Polynesia not only delights music and dance lovers, it also offers an extraordinary spectacle beneath the crystal-clear waters that surround its islands. Considered a veritable giant aquarium, the marine fauna of French Polynesia is awe-inspiring for divers of all levels. The water temperature, averaging around 26°C, creates an ideal environment for year-round diving, while the exceptional visibility allows you to explore the depths with remarkable clarity.

The seabed of French Polynesia is a paradise for diving enthusiasts, offering an incredible diversity of marine life. Majestic rays glide gracefully by, schools of barracudas create tableaux vivants, towering napoleons move majestically, and sea turtles sail with peaceful elegance. For thrill-seekers, the sharks, evolving in underwater reliefs combining faults, canyons and vertiginous drop-offs, offer unforgettable encounters.

One of the most spectacular diving spots in French Polynesia, the Tiputa pass in Rangiroa atoll is renowned for its powerful currents and shark encounters. Fakarava’s two passes also offer exceptional underwater experiences, with abundant marine life and breathtaking underwater scenery. The diversity of French Polynesia’s marine ecosystems makes it an unmissable destination for divers in search of underwater adventure and discovery.

Whether you’re passionate about music, dance, diving or simply eager to discover the beauty of nature, French Polynesia presents itself as a destination where the senses are indulged at every turn. Between the enchanting melodies echoing across the island and the splendors hidden beneath the surface of the turquoise waters, Tahiti and her islands offer a complete, captivating and unforgettable sensory experience.