Wallis and Futuna

The dominant predators on the outer reefs and in the lagoon passes; sightings are guaranteed in the current-rich areas.

Grey Reef Shark

Graceful rays are frequently seen gliding along the reef edges and within the larger lagoons across both island groups.

Spotted Eagle Ray

Majestic whales migrate through the territory's waters during the southern winter and can often be seen from the shore.

Humpback Whale

These gentle turtles are a common sight on many of the healthy reefs and within the sheltered lagoons.

Green Sea Turtle

Wallis and Futuna, an overseas collectivity of France in the South Pacific, offers one of the most exclusive and untouched diving experiences in the world. With very limited tourism infrastructure and no commercial dive centers, diving here is a true expedition into the unknown. The territory consists of two main island groups: the Wallis Islands (Uvea) and the Futuna Islands (Futuna and Alofi). Wallis is surrounded by a massive and pristine coral reef with a spectacular turquoise lagoon and several deep-water passes that teem with life. Futuna and the uninhabited island of Alofi are rugged and volcanic, with dramatic underwater drop-offs and exceptional visibility. Divers who venture here (typically via private vessel or specialized expedition) will find coral reefs in a state of near-perfection, with no crowds and an abundance of marine life including reef sharks, eagle rays, and a high diversity of tropical fish. The underwater world of Wallis and Futuna is a realm of dramatic topography, from the deep-blue abyss of the outer walls to the calm, coral-rich lagoons. With its warm water year-round and a deeply traditional Polynesian culture that remains largely unaffected by the outside world, Wallis and Futuna provide a rare and rewarding adventure for the most intrepid underwater explorers.

There are no liveaboards based in Wallis and Futuna. Occasionally, private charter vessels or specialized Pacific expeditions include the territory as part of a larger Polynesian itinerary.

Hôtel Lomipeau

Hôtel Albatros

Guesthouse Somalama

The entire Wallis and Futuna territory is effectively a blank canvas for scuba diving, visited almost exclusively by private yachts, exploratory liveaboards and...

Expedition & Liveaboard Territory

The southern district of the territory, Futuna and the uninhabited island of Alofi, is the wildest and least-dived part of Wallis and Futuna. Both islands are r...

Futuna & Alofi - Volcanic Walls & Seamounts

Wallis, known locally as Uvea, is the northern heart of the Wallis and Futuna territory and the most accessible place to dive in this remote French Pacific coll...

Wallis (Uvea) - Lagoon & Outer Reef

Alofi Island Wall

Alofi Passage (Passe d'Alofi)

Avatele Pass (Passe Avatele)

Fakaua Reef (Ilot Fakaua)

Futuna Bays & Caves

Futuna North Wall (Pointe Vele)

Futuna South Reef (Sigave)

Hihifo Pass (Passe du Nord)

Lake Lalolalo (Freshwater/Technical)

Uvea Lagoon Coral Gardens

Wallis Outer Wall

Internal transport between Wallis and Futuna is by a short Aircalin flight. On the islands, there is no public transport. Renting a car is essential, or you can rely on the few available taxis. Travel to Alofi is by local boat.

Scuba Diving Regions in Wallis and Futuna

Regional Diversity

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Futuna & Alofi - Volcanic Walls & Seamounts

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Wallis (Uvea) - Lagoon & Outer Reef

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Hotels & Resorts in Wallis and Futuna

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