What a Rangiroa dive trip actually costs

French Polynesia · trip-cost estimates · 7 nights
Estimated subtotal
$1,475 – $3,000

Per person for 7 nights — flights, hotel, dive ops, and gear-bag fees included. Typical trip lands around $1,875. Transfers, meals and any unpriced extras are additional.

💰 Cost breakdown (per person)

Round-trip flightvaries by home airport — we watch fares from yours~$450
Hotel × 7 nights~$137/night typical · $79–$300/night range$553–$2,100
Diving (3 days, 2-tank)checked dive gear ~$70 RT, or rent ~$40/day locally~$390
Gearchecked dive gear ~$70 RT, or rent ~$40/day locally~$70
Estimated subtotal
$1,475 – $3,0007 nights, per person

Transfers & hotel pickup

Airport travel and getting to the dive boat are separate costs. These are published policies, not confirmed reservations.

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Accommodation to diving

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🐠 Best time to go

Prime months: Jan · Feb · Mar · Jun · Jul · Aug · Sep · Oct · Dec.

Warmest water (82–84°F), peak hammerhead season; rainy season but passes still deliver prolific shark and manta action.

Driest months, peak visibility (up to 130ft+) in Tiputa Pass, best consistent hammerhead sightings, comfortable 79°F water.

Humpback whales pass through open water (Aug–Oct), manta rays still active in passes, clear conditions, 79–81°F.

🤿 The diving

Boat/panga drift dives through Tiputa Pass and Avatoru Pass put divers alongside gray reef sharks, hammerheads, dolphins, eagle rays, and manta rays in 79–84°F water with visibility reaching 15–40 m (50–130 ft); suits beginners to advanced.

Also known for: Poisson cru — raw tuna marinated in lime juice and coconut cream; plus Rangiroa's own estate-grown lagoon-side wine

⭐ Top-rated dive shops

CCR Rangiroa★★★★★ (20)
Rangiroa Diving Center★★★★★ (367)
The Six Passengers★★★★★ (589)
Y AKA Plongée RANGIROA★★★★★ (170)

🥾 When you're not diving

Tiputa Pass Dolphin Watching — Spinner dolphins ride the current through the pass daily, easy to spot from shore.

Avatoru Village Walk — Stroll the main village, browse local shops, and see everyday Polynesian atoll life.

Lagoon Snorkeling from Shore — The calm blue lagoon offers excellent snorkeling without any boat needed.

Pink Sand Beach Visit — Rangiroa has beaches with pale pink-tinged sand made from crushed coral and shells.

Local Poisson Cru Tasting — Try the national dish of raw fish marinated in lime and coconut milk at local spots.

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