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The Aquarium

The Aquarium

Societe Archipelago, French Polynesia

Depth
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14m

Visibility
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20m - 60m

Entry
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Shore

Experience Level

Beginner

The Aquarium

Societe Archipelago, French Polynesia

The Aquarium
Depth
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14m

Visibility
Visibility Icon

20m - 60m

Entry
Shore Entry Icon

Shore

Experience Level

Beginner


About The Aquarium

One of the most popular and best dives on Tahiti Island. Easy shore entry leads to waters of no deeper than 14 meters. Great visibility and abundant marine life. Here you will also find a spectacular coral enveloped wreck. A great spot for night diving and dive training. Excellent underwater landscape with good photo opportunity.

The Aquarium Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef, Wreck, Other, Night

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

14m

Visibility Range

20m 60m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas Mix

21%

O2

10% at 12m / 36%

O2
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Marine Life

  • Groupers
  • Rays
  • Snappers
  • Tropical Fish
  • Turtles
  • Various
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Location

Dive Site Hazards

  • Hidden Depth Variations — Complex reef topography can conceal depth changes, leading to unintended profile variations.

  • Distraction from Marine Activity — High fish activity can distract divers and delay depth or gas awareness.

  • Rapid Surge Direction Changes — Surge near reef structures can reverse direction quickly, pushing divers sideways into unexpected areas.

  • Deceptive Entry Openings — Openings may become restrictive inside due to angle, collapse, or corrosion.

  • Surge-Induced Internal Silt Shift — Internal surge can move silt and debris without direct contact.

  • Partial Overhead Environment — Many wrecks limit direct ascent even without full penetration.

  • Fine Rust Particle Silt-Out — Disturbed rust particles can rapidly reduce visibility.

  • Landmark Misidentification — Familiar sites can become unrecognisable at night.

  • Light-Induced Tunnel Vision — Focused light beams reduce peripheral awareness.

  • Depth Perception Errors — Reduced ambient light increases depth perception mistakes.

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