Tikapo

Marquesas Archipelago, French Polynesia

Depth

45m

Visibility

11m - 33m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

Tikapo

Marquesas Archipelago, French Polynesia

Depth

45m

Visibility

11m - 33m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

About Tikapo

This site is located on Tikapo Point on the South Eastern Side of the Nuku Hiva Island. Its a ver ypopular dive and a local favorite. Here you will see some of the most amazing underwater architecture imaginable. Here you will start your dive in shallow water and have a 'Staircase' like drop from the underwater, extending seamount to deeper waters. Its a stunning dive, very thrilling and very interesting. Abundant marine life and a excellent display of corals.

Tikapo Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Rock, Reef

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

45m

Visibility Range

11m – 33m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas Mix

21% – 25%

O₂

CNS Load (20 min)

13% at 43m / 26%

O₂

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Marine Life

Groupers
Pelagic Fish
Rock Fish
Snappers
Soldier Fish
Trigger Fish
Various

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Dive Site Hazards

Bubble Trapping Under Overhangs — Rock overhangs can trap exhaled bubbles, reducing visibility and causing disorientation.
Reflected Surge Patterns — Surge reflecting off rock faces can create irregular and unpredictable water movement.
Current Funnel Effect — Narrow gaps between rocks can accelerate water flow unexpectedly.

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.

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