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Tiputa Pass
Iconic Rangiroa pass drift for advanced divers.
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Local operator required
Boat entry and tide timing should be handled by a Rangiroa operator with local current knowledge.
Narrow pass dive on the Rangiroa channel where current timing and boat coordination shape the run.
About Tiputa Pass
Tiputa Pass is Rangiroa's signature current channel, where a narrow opening funnels strong flow and carries experienced divers past sharks, dolphins, rays, and other pelagics. It is a boat-timed drift site that rewards current-aware planning and a confident team.
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Research Estimate At Tiputa Pass
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentVery strong current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Tiputa Pass?
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Tiputa Pass Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 55m
Depth Note
Pass dive around 12-46 m, with a broader working range reaching into the mid-50s.
Best Season
Year-round; strongest windows April to October.
Typical Conditions
Strong current through a narrow pass with fast drift sections and open-water flow.
Safety & Access At Tiputa Pass
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong currentDangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
Strong currents make this site appropriate for advanced divers only.
Access Restrictions
Advanced current-dive only; a local guide is recommended because currents are strong and changeable.
Local Intel For Tiputa Pass
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Deep scuba dives are described at approximately 40 m.
Freediving
Not a casual freedive site because the current and depth push it toward experienced scuba drift diving.
Snorkeling
Not a relaxed snorkel stop; the current and depth make it better suited to scuba with tide timing.
Tiputa Pass Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Tiputa Pass
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Tiputa Pass
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Avg. Visibility30m
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Tiputa Pass Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Tiputa Pass Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
tahititourisme.pf · Official
Official pass page for depth range, year-round opening, and headline wildlife.
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