La Vallée blanche, Tahiti
Dive into the captivating underwater world of Tahiti and experience one of the most breathtaking dives in the region. Known for its diverse fauna, this dive site is a haven for various species of sharks including grey sharks, white tip sharks, black tip sharks, and on occasion, even the magnificent tiger shark. Drift diving enthusiasts will particularly enjoy this site as it offers ideal conditions for this type of diving.
In addition to the impressive variety of sharks, you will also encounter schools of silver jacks, triggerfish, and a wide array of Polynesian fish, creating a truly remarkable underwater spectacle.
Located near Motu Tahiri in Faa'a, Faaa, within the Windward Islands of French Polynesia, this dive site offers excellent visibility of approximately 20 meters and a maximum depth of 24 meters. It is recommended for advanced divers who are seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Plan your dive at this remarkable site in France, known for its captivating marine life and pristine waters. Book your dive excursion now and immerse yourself in the enchanting underwater realm of Tahiti.
In addition to the impressive variety of sharks, you will also encounter schools of silver jacks, triggerfish, and a wide array of Polynesian fish, creating a truly remarkable underwater spectacle.
Located near Motu Tahiri in Faa'a, Faaa, within the Windward Islands of French Polynesia, this dive site offers excellent visibility of approximately 20 meters and a maximum depth of 24 meters. It is recommended for advanced divers who are seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Plan your dive at this remarkable site in France, known for its captivating marine life and pristine waters. Book your dive excursion now and immerse yourself in the enchanting underwater realm of Tahiti.
Diving Conditions Score for La Vallée blanche, Tahiti
6.9
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for La Vallée blanche, Tahiti
Depth
24m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for La Vallée blanche, Tahiti
Wave Height
1.74m
Wind Speed
16 m/s
Water Temp
27.4°C
Visibility
15.96km
Cloud Cover
59%
Wave Period
10.8s
Air Temperature
28.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for La Vallée blanche, Tahiti
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Dive Score Chart for La Vallée blanche, Tahiti
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 5.2833000000000006/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.66m, Wind 11.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.415539215686274/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at La Vallée blanche, Tahiti: 06:00
Sunset at La Vallée blanche, Tahiti: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at La Vallée blanche, Tahiti 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.
Best Overall
23:00Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.38m (10.2s), Wind: 14.8 m/s
Safest Overall
16:00Score: 5.1/10
Waves: 1.52m (10.1s), Wind: 8.6 m/s
Best Day
6:00Score: 5.3/10
Waves: 1.66m, Wind: 11.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for La Vallée blanche, TahitiAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at La Vallée blanche, Tahiti
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 La Vallée blanche, Tahiti
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.8/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for La Vallée blanche, Tahiti
May
Score: 10.0
June
Score: 10.0
July
Score: 9.8
Ideal Conditions for La Vallée blanche, Tahiti
Water Temp
24.9°C / 76.8°F
May
Visibility
15.0m / 49.2ft
May
Wave Height
0.5m / 1.6ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for La Vallée blanche, Tahiti
La Vallée blanche, Tahiti follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (24.9°C) and November the coldest (20.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 0.5m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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). June is usually the driest month with 1.7mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during February to April, 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 23, 2026
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