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Official Rangiroa drift-diving page mentioning Eolienne as a beginner drift site on the outgoing current.
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Eolienne
Sheltered Tiputa coral drift with dolphins and mantas.
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A guide is the normal way to handle the drift start and any continuation toward the Angle or pass.
Shallow coral plateau on the Tiputa axis that can start a drift toward the Angle or the pass.
About Eolienne
L'Éolienne de Rangiroa is Tiputa's sheltered coral drop-off, where a shallow plateau opens onto blue water and can start a drift toward the Angle or the pass. It is the calm side of the route: easy to read on the plateau, then more open once the drift begins.
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Research Estimate At Eolienne
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 27m
AccessEasy entry
CoralPristine, vibrant coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Eolienne?
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Eolienne Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 23m
Depth Note
Guide pages place the plateau at 10-14 m and the site to about 23 m, while the official page lists an 18 m ocean dive.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer conditions in summer.
Typical Conditions
Shallow plateau with sheltered water at the start and a drift toward deeper blue water if the line continues.
Safety & Access At Eolienne
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Access Restrictions
Boat access and guide timing are the practical norm.
Legal Notes
Follow the guide if the dive continues into the drift section.
Local Intel For Eolienne
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Beginner-friendly on the plateau, with the drift side needing a guide if you continue out of the sheltered area.
Freediving
The shallow plateau can work for confident freedivers, but the drift continuation is better handled carefully.
Wildlife at Eolienne
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Eolienne
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Eolienne
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility27m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
