Tombant St Etienne Suggest edit

France Suggest · French Polynesia Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

AdvancedRecommended cert

40Max dive depth

40.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

ModerateCurrent

MildSurge

50 minAvg dive time

April to OctoberBest months

25.0–29.0 °CWater (summer)

23.0–27.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Tombant St Etienne is a renowned dive site located in French Polynesia, known for its vibrant marine life and stunning underwater topography. The site features steep drop-offs, coral gardens, and a variety of fish species, making it a popular choice for divers.

Divers can expect to encounter colorful coral reefs, schools of tropical fish, and potentially larger pelagic species. The site offers opportunities for both drift diving and exploring the reef structure.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Moderate Suggest edit
Surge: Mild Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 25.0–29.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 23.0–27.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
coral sand rock Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle lenses recommended for capturing the expansive reef and marine life.

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