The Spring

The Spring is ranked second on the list of best places for scuba diving in French Polynesia. The spring, which is located at a depth of 5 meters and produces columns of water bubbles to the surface, is named for it. The springs are surrounded by spectacular underwater valleys that supply a variety of marine life, including turtles and humpback fish, and run parallel to the coast. Although the name "Tahiti" is often used to refer to all of French Polynesia, it actually refers to only one island. Fortunately, it is the only island in the country with an international airport, so all visitors will stop by. That means divers should go below the surface at least once while they're there.

The Spring, named after the freshwater bubbles that regularly bubble over the reef from an underwater reservoir, is one of the most exciting diving locations for newcomers. As if swimming through a bubble wasn't cool enough, divers may frequently observe six or more sea turtles due to the site's proximity to the "Turtles Flat" dive site (or "Turtle City"). This is an excellent site for first-time snorkelers or people who haven't been in the water in a while because of the shallow reefs and small currents.

Dive Type: Boat dive
Closest Departure Point: Puna'auia, Tahiti
Depth: 50 to 100 feet
Certification Required: Open water

Location: Tahiti