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Fakarava dive overview
Alibaba
Fakarava north-channel drift dive with sharks and canyon shelter.
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An incoming-current drift in the north channel, starting in open water and settling into a canyon-lined run toward the lagoon.
About Alibaba
Alibaba is a Fakarava north-channel drift dive where incoming current carries you past open water, canyon shelter, and abundant sharks and reef fish.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Strong currentDangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
Current and shark presence call for strong current and drift-diving competence.
Access Restrictions
Plan the dive with a local operator and time it to the incoming current.
Legal Notes
Follow local marine and access rules; no special public restrictions were surfaced.
Where Is Alibaba?
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Local Intel For Alibaba
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A high-energy Fakarava drift dive that starts in blue water and settles into the canyon-laced channel.
Freediving
Not suitable as a freedive target; the current and open-water start make scuba the right fit.
Snorkeling
A drift snorkel would miss the canyon shelter and the shark wall below.
Wildlife at Alibaba
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Alibaba
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Avg. Visibility30m
Access3/5 · Moderate entry effort
Coral4/5 · Healthy coral
Aquatic Life5/5 · Exceptional variety
Facilities3/5 · Basic facilities
CurrentVery strong current
SurgeLight surge
