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La Vallée blanche, Tahiti
Shark drift dive on the Tahiti airport channel.
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A professional guide is strongly advised because the site is a drift dive in the pass.
Guided drift dive near Faa'a/Papeete; plan for current, sharks, and a compact white-sand route across the outer pass.
About La Vallée blanche, Tahiti
La Vallée blanche, Tahiti is a shark-focused drift dive on the outer edge of the Papeete pass, where a white sand ribbon cuts through the reef and keeps the route easy to read underwater. The site is known for gray reef, blacktip, whitetip, lemon, and sometimes tiger sharks, with barracudas and other Polynesian reef fish in the mix. It is a guided drift site for experienced divers who are comfortable planning around current.
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Research Estimate At La Vallée blanche, Tahiti
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AccessSimple entry
CoralSome damage
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentVery strong current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is La Vallée blanche, Tahiti?
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La Vallée blanche, Tahiti Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 40m
Depth Note
Public guides place the site around the 15-40 m band, with the shallower drift line near the white-sand channel and deeper water available for experienced divers.
Best Season
Year-round; calmer windows make the drift easier to manage.
Typical Conditions
White-sand pass dive with clear water, strong current, and a shark-heavy pelagic feel.
Safety & Access At La Vallée blanche, Tahiti
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficDangerous wildlifeStrong current
Safety Notes
This is a current-first dive. Stay close to the guide, keep your drift plan simple, and leave plenty of room around sharks and pass traffic.
Access Restrictions
Guided drift dive with a professional operator.
Local Intel For La Vallée blanche, Tahiti
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Drift along the white-sand channel on the outer edge of the pass, with sharks and schooling fish as the main draw. Best for controlled buoyancy and easy drift positioning.
Freediving
Not a freedive target; the current and pass conditions suit scuba drift diving.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site.
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