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La Dérivante du Phare
Boat drift on Tahiti's northwest coral plateau.
Scuba DivingBoatIntermediate
Reef
Local operator required
Boat timing and pickup are part of the dive, so local guiding is the right default.
Guided boat drift along Tahiti's northwest reef edge and lagoon mouth, with a lighthouse landmark and a long current-carried run.
About La Dérivante du Phare
This boat-access drift dive follows Tahiti's northwest coral plateau along the reef edge and lagoon mouth, with a lighthouse marking the run. The current carries divers along a long stretch of open water, so it suits divers who are comfortable staying streamlined, following a guide, and planning for boat pickup logistics. The payoff is a moving-water reef dive with a real chance of larger open-water species.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Strong current
Safety Notes
Keep neutral buoyancy, track the drift, and plan for boat pickup along the reef edge.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; current-led drift and pickup logistics make a guide the normal way in.
Legal Notes
Follow local boating, reef, and operator instructions.
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Local Intel For La Dérivante du Phare
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Guided boat drift scuba dive along the reef edge with boat pickup at the end.
Freediving
Not the default choice; the current-led drift is better suited to scuba with a guide.
Snorkeling
Not a casual snorkel site; the current and boat pickup make it better as a scuba drift.
Wildlife at La Dérivante du Phare
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At La Dérivante du Phare
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Access3/5 · Moderate entry effort
Aquatic Life4/5 · Great variety
Facilities3/5 · Basic facilities
CurrentStrong current
