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Fakarava dive overview
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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.
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Research Estimate At Alibaba
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessModerate entry effort
Coral HealthHealthy coral
Marine LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Current StrengthVery strong current
Surge StrengthLight surge
Where Is Alibaba?
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Alibaba Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Depth Note
The public pages reviewed define the dive by drift and canyon shelter rather than a fixed depth range.
Best Season
Year-round, with the tide and current window deciding whether the drift is worth doing.
Typical Conditions
Incoming current, open-water drop-in, shark wall, and canyon shelter.
Safety & Access At Alibaba
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
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.
Local Intel For Alibaba
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
A high-energy Fakarava drift dive that starts in blue water and settles into the canyon-laced channel.
Freedive
Not suitable as a freedive target; the current and open-water start make scuba the right fit.
Snorkel
A drift snorkel would miss the canyon shelter and the shark wall below.
Alibaba Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Alibaba
Directional shelter context for incoming swell.
Exposure Note
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Wildlife at Alibaba
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Alibaba
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Alibaba
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
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Alibaba Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Alibaba Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.divespiritfakarava.com · Operator Page
North-channel dive center page
www.nationalgeographic.com · Travel Article
Fakarava shark-alley feature
www.unesco.org · Destination Overview
Fakarava UNESCO biosphere overview
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