Taotoi

Moorea's premier beginner site for sharks, morays, and reef fish.

Boat Access
9m Avg Depth
19m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Taotoi, is a renowned location in Moorea, French Polynesia, celebrated as an ideal spot for beginners and first-time divers. This shallow reef offers an easy and enjoyable underwater experience, making it perfect for training and gaining confidence in a straightforward environment. Divers can expect to encounter a vibrant array of marine life. It is a privileged place for observing Javanese morays, blacktip sharks, napoleon wrasses, trumpet fish, rainbow jacks, and giant triggerfish, alongside a diverse population of other reef fishes. The best time to visit Moorea for diving is generally during the dry season, from May to October, when visibility is at its peak and the weather is pleasant. Taotoi's gentle conditions make it highly suitable for both snorkeling and freediving, offering excellent opportunities to witness its rich marine biodiversity from the surface or with breath-hold dives.
Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Plan Your Visit

beginner friendlysharkcoral reefwide angle

Marine Life

black tip sharkgiant triggerfishreef fishtrumpet fishrainbow jackJavanese moraysharkmoraynapoleon wrasse

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Shallow depths and abundant, docile marine life make it perfect for new divers and training.

Current Strength:

Mild

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