Fees · Destination Guide
Rangiroa
Ride the tides through the Tuamotus' most famous pelagic pass
Updated Apr 20, 2026 • 21 sources
Fees And Permits
Confirm these fees before you book so your operator plan and day budget match what you will pay onsite.
Fees You Can't Skip
- Accommodation stay tax - Varies by accommodation and commune
- Dive and snorkel operator fees - Varies by operator and package
- Typical payment pattern: Rangiroa does not normally use a separate public diver tag like some Caribbean marine parks.
What people usually pay
Rangiroa does not normally use a separate public diver tag like some Caribbean marine parks. Budget instead for accommodation taxes, operator-priced dives and excursions, optional gear or nitrox, pearl farm visits, and tips. French Polynesia's broad marine protection framework still applies: do not touch coral, feed wildlife, chase dolphins, or harass sharks and rays.
| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Where to pay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation stay tax | Varies by accommodation and commune Per person per night, where charged | Most overnight visitors | Collected by hotel, pension, or rental host | Confirm the exact tax and whether it is included in your booking total before arrival. |
| Dive and snorkel operator fees | Varies by operator and package Per dive, per day, or per package | Scuba divers, guided snorkelers, and lagoon excursion guests | Local dive center or excursion operator | Ask whether tanks, weights, transfers, nitrox, computer rental, lunch, and park or conservation contributions are included. |
| Gauguin's Pearl visit | XPF 1000 adult, XPF 500 child under 12 in published visitor information Single visit | Pearl farm visitors | At Gauguin's Pearl or through local arrangements | Schedules and pricing can change, so reconfirm locally before planning a tight day. |
| Separate Rangiroa dive permit | No separate public dive tag identified Not applicable | Scuba and snorkel visitors | Not applicable | Use licensed local operators and follow conservation rules instead of assuming a paid tag grants independent pass access. |