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Passe de Tikehau - Tuheiava
Small Tikehau pass drift for beginners and experts.
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Local operator required
Boat timing and current direction are best handled by a Tikehau operator who knows the pass.
Shallow incoming-current pass with most of the drift in the top few meters.
About Passe de Tikehau - Tuheiava
Passe de Tikehau - Tuheiava is a small incoming-current pass drift where the run stays shallow for most of the line and opens onto a broader pass-and-lagoon mix. It suits divers who want a current-timed route with big fish life and a more approachable feel than the larger pass dives.
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Research Estimate At Passe de Tikehau - Tuheiava
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentStrong current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Passe de Tikehau - Tuheiava?
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Passe de Tikehau - Tuheiava Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
1m - 30m
Depth Note
Small pass with a shallow drift line and a maximum depth around 30 m.
Best Season
Year-round.
Typical Conditions
Easy incoming-current drift with most of the run shallow and the pass line changing with the tide.
Safety & Access At Passe de Tikehau - Tuheiava
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong currentDangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
This is an incoming-current drift dive; plan for current and be comfortable with drift procedures. Large sharks may be encountered.
Access Restrictions
Boat-timed entry on the incoming current works best; the current direction can change with the tide.
Legal Notes
No special public legal restriction surfaced.
Local Intel For Passe de Tikehau - Tuheiava
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Described as an easy incoming-current drift dive, with much of the drift done in shallow water and a stated max depth of 30 m.
Freediving
The shallow drift can suit confident freedivers, but the site is mainly a guided scuba pass.
Snorkeling
Not a casual snorkel site because the pass current controls the line.
Wildlife at Passe de Tikehau - Tuheiava
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Passe de Tikehau - Tuheiava
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Passe de Tikehau - Tuheiava
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
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