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Published Jan 23, 2022Deep rose-reef article supporting the 30-65m profile and pristine coral condition.
Dive Spot Guide•
Les Roses de Matavai, Tahiti
Boat-access rose-coral reef off Tahiti.
Local operator required
Boat access and depth make local operator coordination the normal plan.
Plan a deeper coral-garden boat dive with shark and ray potential.
About Les Roses de Matavai, Tahiti
Les Roses de Matavai, Tahiti is a boat-access rose-coral reef off Tahiti with a rare deep-water profile and a broad, structure-rich coral garden. Giant rose-shaped corals, reef fish, sharks, and rays make it a memorable dive for divers who are comfortable planning a deeper, slower-paced outing rather than a shallow lagoon splash.
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Research Estimate At Les Roses de Matavai, Tahiti
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralPristine, vibrant coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
Where Is Les Roses de Matavai, Tahiti?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Les Roses de Matavai, Tahiti Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
30m - 65m
Depth Note
Rose-shaped corals begin on the deep side and spread across a broad coral field.
Best Season
May to October
Typical Conditions
Warm water and clearer conditions are most reliable in the dry season.
Safety & Access At Les Roses de Matavai, Tahiti
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Treat the site as a deep dive: manage gas, buoyancy, and ascent discipline carefully.
Access Restrictions
Plan on guided boat access rather than independent shore entry.
Legal Notes
No special site-specific legal restriction surfaced.
Local Intel For Les Roses de Matavai, Tahiti
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for divers comfortable with deeper reef planning and a slow pace over a large coral field.
Freediving
Not a sensible freedive target; the signature coral garden sits too deep for surface-based exploration.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel target; the site's defining coral features are far below the surface.
Wildlife at Les Roses de Matavai, Tahiti
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Les Roses de Matavai, Tahiti
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Les Roses de Matavai, Tahiti
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
