Rangiroa French Polynesia

If you are an avid diver wishing to visit French Polynesia then you should make Rangiroa your base location. It is the diving capital of the country mainly because of the large atoll that can be found in the area. It is so vast in fact that it is considered as the second largest in the world. With this to boast of, you can be sure to find some of the most colorful and picturesque underwater havens in Rangiroa.

There’s no lack of breathtaking diving sites to choose from. You can take your pick from among the 240 islets that make up Rangiroa Atoll. Just choose a spot and you can be sure to meet hundreds of underwater creatures such as various schools of colorful fishes, playful dolphins, terrifying sharks and impressive eagle rays, among many others all awaiting your viewing.

You don’t want to pass up on the opportunity to “shoot the pass” when in Rangiroa. Shooting the pass is basically a term used for swimming along the current that will take you from Moana-tea to Moana-uri or from the tranquil lagoon to the wilder flow of the ocean undertow. Just make sure you have an experienced diver with you especially if you are still a novice at diving.

If you are looking for more activities other than diving, charter a bottom glass boat and effortlessly enjoy the stunning spectacle of the underwater garden in luxury. If you want to get near the action, you can just gear up with a snorkel and jump right into the water. Some of the best snorkeling sites are Toeo?o, Papiro and L?Ile Aux Recifs. If dolphins are your thing, then go watch a school of them horsing around the passes of Tiputa and Avatoru. However, if bird watching is your preferred activity for the day then head out to the island of Ile aux Oiseaux where several bird species await.

If you want to leave the shore for a while so you can explore inland, you may want to check out the many villages and interact with the locals. It is also best if you bring some sandwiches with you so that you can stop by Tiputa Point, spread a blanket and enjoy your lunch with the spectacular panorama of Rangiroa spread out before you.

Of course, the island’s beaches are some of the best in French Polynesia. Aside from the usual sun-kissed white sand beaches, the island also features romance-inducing pink sand shorelines. The most famous among them is the dazzling Les Sables Rose. Many of the Rangiroa resorts also feature spectacular beaches where you can easily spend the entire day within easy reach of the luxuries and amenities of an opulent resort.

However, you may need to pay premium if you wish to visit the island. Since it is located in Tuamotu it means one hour of additional flight from Papeete, French Polynesia’s capital. But with the magnificent scenery and remarkable experiences you will find on the island, money is going to be the last thing in your mind when you get there. Oh – and please don’t forget your camera!

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