The Valleys

Tuamotu Archipelago, French Polynesia

Depth

50m

Visibility

20m - 60m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

The Valleys

Tuamotu Archipelago, French Polynesia

Depth

50m

Visibility

20m - 60m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

About The Valleys

Bt far known to be one of the deepest dives on Rangiroa. Starts in a depth of 20 meters where you will gradually drop to a depth of 50 meters. Here you will find some good big pelagics and game fish. Situated close to the pass of the lagoon. very scenic dive with great underwater landscapes and abundant marine life. Recommended for advanced level divers only.

The Valleys Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Drop Off, Drift, Other, Deep

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

50m

Visibility Range

20m – 60m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas Mix

21% – 23%

O₂

CNS Load (20 min)

13% at 48m / 24%

O₂

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Marine Life

Game Fish
Groupers
Pelagic Fish
Rays
Scorpion Fish
Sharks
Turtles
Various

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Dive Site Hazards

Edge-Accelerated Currents — Currents often strengthen along drop-off edges.
Depth Perception Distortion — Visual contrast can distort perceived depth.
Terrain-Induced Descent — Divers may unintentionally follow terrain downward.

Eddy Pull-Off Zones — Eddies behind structures can pull divers away from the main drift line.

Delayed Surface Pickup — Strong current can exceed surface tracking assumptions, delaying boat pickup.

Vertical Current Shear — Currents may vary by depth, causing vertical separation even when divers stay together.

Gradual Narcosis Onset — Narcosis may develop slowly, making self-assessment unreliable.

Task Fixation at Depth — Cognitive narrowing at depth can reduce awareness of time and ascent rate.

Increased Gas Density Breathing Load — Higher gas density at depth increases work of breathing.

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