The Canyons

The Canyons ranks 7th on the list of best places for scuba diving in French Polynesia. The site is near Tetiaroa, outside the lagoon on the south side of the atoll, just a few minutes' boat ride from the famed The Brando hotel. Countless types of fish, each more vibrant than the next, whirl in rhythm throughout the 20-meter trek around the reef. Butterfly fish, seahorse, stork fish, soldier fish, lionfish, and whitehead shark are also present.

Divers who aren't licensed or who are just getting started can still go diving in Tahiti. A cargo shipwreck and the remains of a Catalina amphibious aircraft are two sites inside the lagoon that are highly popular with beginner divers (flying boat). The cargo ship (La Goelette) was accidentally sunk in the 1960s after being stripped and purposefully sunk for divers and dives. Both sites have large doorways, no currents, and excellent views, so experienced divers should have no trouble accessing wrecks. This location is referred known as the "Aquarium" by some diving shops.

Dive Type: Boat dive
Closest Departure Point: Tetiaroa Atoll
Depth: 65 feet
Certification Required: Open water
Location: Tetiaroa