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Mamaru
Mamaru is a beginner-friendly Moorea shark dive with shallow coral.
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Plan on a Moorea dive operator rather than a self-guided shore entry.
Plan Mamaru as a Moorea boat dive with shallow coral bommies, limited current and shark-and-turtle action.
About Mamaru
Mamaru is a shallow Moorea dive site where coral bommies, canyons and sand-slope terrain set the stage for easy shark-and-turtle encounters. It is a relaxed, photo-friendly dive with enough structure to keep beginners engaged and enough wildlife to interest returning divers. The site feels more like a calm reef excursion than a demanding current dive.
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Research Estimate At Mamaru
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Mamaru?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Mamaru Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 18m
Depth Note
Average depth is about 15 meters with a maximum around 18 meters.
Best Season
Year-round, with the main season running July through December.
Typical Conditions
Little to no current, shallow water and clear tropical conditions.
Safety & Access At Mamaru
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Restricted access
Safety Notes
Use a guide, keep a normal reef buoyancy profile and watch the reef when sharks or turtles are close by.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is the normal plan; shore access is limited.
Legal Notes
Follow Moorea operator guidance and local marine-area rules.
Local Intel For Mamaru
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Great for beginners and second dives, with coral bommies, canyons and shark sightings.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is possible in the shallow water on calm days.
Wildlife at Mamaru
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Mamaru
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Mamaru
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
