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Y AKA Plongée: Dive into Rangiroa's Underwater Paradise

Explore Rangiroa's breathtaking underwater world with Y AKA Plongée, offering unforgettable diving experiences for all levels.

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Y AKA Plongée is a dive club in Rangiroa, French Polynesia, offering unforgettable exploration dives in the Tiputa Pass and discovery dives in the Rangiroa aquarium. With a focus on safety, fun, and discovery, divers of all levels can experience the incredible underwater life of this atoll.

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29P5+VXR Tiputa, Rangiroa, Rangiroa, 98775, PF
Monday
7 am-5 pm
Tuesday
7 am-5 pm
Wednesday
7 am-5 pm
Thursday
7 am-5 pm
Friday
7 am-5 pm
Saturday
7 am-5 pm
Sunday
7 am-5 pm

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    Y AKA Plongée is located in Tiputa, which is separated from the main island of Rangiroa (where the airport is located) by the Tiputa Pass. After arriving at Rangiroa Airport, take a taxi to the Ohotu quay. From there, a local taxi boat will take you across the Tiputa Pass to Tiputa village. Y AKA Plongée is a short distance from the Tiputa dock. Most dive operators, including Y AKA Plongée, will pick you up from your accommodation in Tiputa. Taxis from the airport to the Ohotu quay cost around 600 XPF. The taxi boat across the Tiputa Pass costs approximately 300 XPF per person. Be sure to have cash on hand for both fares.

    Local tips

    Book your dives in advance, especially during peak season (December to March), to ensure availability.
    Consider bringing your own dive gear if you have it, although Y AKA Plongée provides equipment.
    Check the best seasons for specific marine life encounters, such as hammerhead sharks (December to March).
    Be prepared for strong currents during drift dives in the Tiputa Pass.
    Bring eco-friendly sunscreen, sunglasses, and mosquito repellent.

    Discover more about Y AKA Plongée RANGIROA

    Y AKA Plongée is a highly-rated dive club located in Tiputa, Rangiroa, French Polynesia, renowned for its exceptional diving experiences. This dive center caters to both seasoned divers and beginners, offering exploration dives in the famous Tiputa Pass and discovery dives in the Rangiroa aquarium. Rangiroa, the second largest atoll in the world, is a diver's paradise, boasting an incredible diversity of marine life. Divers can encounter dolphins, gray reef sharks, silvertip sharks, schools of jacks and barracuda, eagle rays, turtles, and various other shark species. The Tiputa Pass, in particular, is a world-renowned dive site where divers can drift with the current and witness an abundance of marine life. Y AKA Plongée emphasizes fun diving, safety, and the discovery of Rangiroa's unique underwater environment. The dive club is staffed with experienced professionals who are passionate about sharing their knowledge and love for the ocean. They provide personalized attention to ensure that every diver has a memorable and safe experience. Dives are available year-round. Whether you're an experienced diver seeking thrilling encounters with pelagic species or a beginner eager to explore the underwater world for the first time, Y AKA Plongée offers an unforgettable diving experience in one of the world's most spectacular destinations.
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