Tiki Point – Moorea (Society Islands)

15m Max

15-25m Vis

boat

Site Overview

Tiki Point is one of Moorea\'s most accessible and beginner-friendly dive sites, offering calm shallow conditions with abundant marine life in a protected lagoon environment that is ideal for training dives, refresher dives, and family diving experiences. The site features a gently sloping reef flat with a mix of coral bommies, sandy patches, and rubble areas that create diverse micro-habitats supporting a wide variety of organisms. Stingrays are the most frequently encountered large animals, gliding across the sandy patches between coral bommies with their broad wings creating elegant silhouettes in the clear shallow water. Multiple species of moray eels inhabit the crevices and overhangs throughout the reef, with some individuals growing to impressive sizes in this productive and protected environment. The clownfish colonies are particularly well-developed at Tiki Point, with multiple anemone stations hosting active communities of these charismatic fish that dart among the tentacles with characteristic energy. Parrotfish of various species graze on the coral substrate, their powerful beak-like mouths crunching through calcium carbonate as they process algae and contribute to the sand production that maintains the lagoon\'s white sandy bottom. Butterflyfish patrol the coral heads in pairs, their bright colours and distinctive patterns adding visual interest to the reef landscape. The site\'s shallow depth profile means that extended bottom times are possible without nitrogen concerns, making it perfect for Open Water training courses where students need maximum practice time in comfortable conditions. The calm environment also makes Tiki Point an excellent choice for refresher dives for certified divers who have not dived recently and want to rebuild their confidence before tackling more challenging sites around Moorea.

Dive Briefing

"Descend from the boat to the shallow reef flat where the coral bommies and sandy patches create an immediately inviting underwater landscape. The calm conditions allow you to relax and focus on your buoyancy as you explore the diverse habitats at a leisurely pace. Begin by swimming over the sandy patches where stingrays glide gracefully across the substrate, their broad wings barely disturbing the sand as they search for buried crustaceans. Move to the coral bommies where clownfish colonies are active in their anemone hosts, providing colourful and animated subjects for observation and photography. The moray eels at Tiki Point are well-established residents that can be found in their favourite crevices, with some individuals extending their heads to investigate divers passing nearby. Parrotfish graze audibly on the coral substrate, their crunching sounds carrying through the water as they process calcium carbonate in their distinctive beak-like mouths. The rubble areas between coral bommies support nudibranchs and other small organisms that reward careful searching and patient observation. The shallow depth means you can spend extended time exploring without worrying about nitrogen limits, making this site perfect for developing buoyancy skills and underwater navigation. As you approach the end of your dive, take time to observe the shallower reef where juvenile fish and cleaning stations provide additional interest for the final portion of your underwater experience."