Dérivante rentrante passe Tikehau
As you navigate this easy drift dive, you'll be swept along by the incoming current, experiencing the thrill of underwater exploration. The entire drift takes place within 10 meters of the ocean floor, providing a safe and controlled environment for divers of all skill levels.
Tikehau Pass is teeming with marine life, offering incredible sightings of great hammerhead sharks, tigers, manta rays, eagle rays, and large schools of yellowmouth barracudas. The frequent encounters with these majestic creatures make every dive an unforgettable experience.
Diving in Tikehau Pass also offers excellent visibility, with underwater views reaching up to an impressive 33 meters. The clear waters allow divers to fully immerse themselves in the underwater paradise and witness the captivating underwater show that this small pass has to offer.
Located in the Tuamotu-Gambier region of French Polynesia, Tikehau Pass is easily accessible from nearby dive locations such as Passe Tuheiava and Rangiroa. Whether you're a beginner eager to discover the wonders of the underwater world or an experienced diver seeking new thrills, Tikehau Pass will not disappoint. Prepare to be amazed by the beauty and biodiversity that awaits you beneath the surface.
Diving Conditions Score for Dérivante rentrante passe Tikehau
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Dérivante rentrante passe Tikehau
Depth
22m
Visibility
33m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Dérivante rentrante passe Tikehau
Wave Height
2m
Wind Speed
31.1 m/s
Water Temp
27.7°C
Visibility
30.4km
Cloud Cover
3%
Wave Period
9.95s
Air Temperature
27.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Dérivante rentrante passe Tikehau
Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 6.608833333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.82m, Wind 29.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 6.02/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Dérivante rentrante passe Tikehau are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.82m (9.1s), Wind: 29.9 m/s
Score: 6.0/10
Waves: 1.82m, Wind: 31.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Dérivante rentrante passe TikehauAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Dérivante rentrante passe Tikehau
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Dérivante rentrante passe Tikehau
Summer
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Dérivante rentrante passe Tikehau
Ideal Conditions for Dérivante rentrante passe Tikehau
Water Temp
26.3°C / 79.3°F
May
Visibility
11.5m / 37.7ft
July
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Dérivante rentrante passe Tikehau
Dérivante rentrante passe Tikehau follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (26.3°C) and November the coldest (21.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). July is usually the driest month with 0.6mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during November to January, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026