media.easytahiti.com · Operator
Operator fact sheet with Rangiroa pass and boat-support details.
Dive Spot Guide•
Avatoru Pass
Rangiroa pass drift with sharks and mantas.
ScubaBoat EntryAdvanced
LagoonReef
Local operator required
A guide is the normal way to dive Avatoru Pass because entry, timing, and exit all depend on the current.
Boat-access channel dive in northwest Rangiroa where incoming current shapes the route and the wildlife.
About Avatoru Pass
Avatoru Pass is Rangiroa's wider-channel drift, where incoming current carries divers past a coral wall, sandy runout, and open blue water. Sharks and mantas headline the dive, with jackfish and other pelagics building the current-driven spectacle.
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Research Estimate At Avatoru Pass
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessModerate entry effort
Coral HealthHealthy coral
Marine LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Current StrengthStrong current
Surge StrengthLight surge
Where Is Avatoru Pass?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Avatoru Pass Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 35m
Depth Note
Published depth ranges sit around 15-35 m, with the official tourism page listing 15-21 m for the pass dive.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Drift through a pass on incoming current, with the best line usually chosen for calm weather and a predictable flow.
Safety & Access At Avatoru Pass
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong currentDangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
This is a drift dive through a pass and may involve strong current; plan the drift and be aware of shark activity.
Access Restrictions
Boat access and current timing are essential.
Legal Notes
Follow the guide's current plan and do not attempt an independent pass crossing.
Local Intel For Avatoru Pass
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Best for divers comfortable with drift control, pass timing, and shark encounters in moving water.
Freedive
Not a primary freedive target; the pass current and depth make scuba the safer fit.
Snorkel
Not a casual snorkel site; only guided drift snorkeling should be considered when conditions are very calm.
Avatoru Pass Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Avatoru Pass
Directional shelter context for incoming swell.
Exposure Note
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Wildlife at Avatoru Pass
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Avatoru Pass
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Avatoru Pass
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
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Avatoru Pass Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Avatoru Pass Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
tahititourisme.pf · Official
Official tourism page for Avatoru Pass.
topdive.com · Operator
Operator page with drift, current, and wildlife details.
www.thediveglobe.com · Guide
Guide page with visibility and depth range.
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