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Te Ava Mo’a

3.5 — based on 14 community signals
4.1 12 especies 17 colaboradores

Te Ava Mo'a is a French dive site in Baie de Toahiva with year-round access and 12 recorded species observations.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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Dificultad
beginner
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

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Viento
15.2 kn
Olas
1.98 m
Agua
26.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: ESE (44%)
Now: SSE (166°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.23m

Hoy: Alta 13:00 (+0.62m), Baja 07:00 (+0.53m)

+0.7 m+0.5 m
▼ 07:00 · +0.53m ▲ 13:00 · +0.62m ▼ 18:00 · +0.54m ▲ 00:00 · +0.63m Ahora +0.6m
Vie 18Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24
UV8.6 · very high Aire PM2.511 · good 05:57 18:00
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-18 17 2.16 9 1mm
09-19 11.6 1.78 8 0mm
09-20 10.5 1.36 6 0mm
09-21 10.9 1.16 8 0mm
09-22 9.8 1.2 8 0mm
09-23 10.5 1.7 7 0mm
09-24 11.2 1.7 8 2mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions

About this spot

Te Ava Mo'a sits within Baie de Toahiva in France, offering dive access throughout the year. The site has attracted 12 documented species observations, indicating a living reef system worth exploring. Three community-submitted videos provide insight into conditions and marine life encounters divers can expect here. As a non-protected site, Te Ava Mo'a operates under standard French diving regulations. The spot shows signs of coral stress that warrant attention—monitor bleaching status before planning your trip. Local conditions, depth, and visibility vary, so check recent community reports and videos to plan your dive profile. This is a grassroots dive destination built on community knowledge. The species data and video library come from real divers who've explored the site, making them reliable references for planning. Conditions change seasonally and year to year, so review the latest observations before committing to travel.

📖 Guía: Buceo en Francia: 220 Lugares Desde Lagos Alpinos Hasta Arrecifes Tropicales

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Tipos de buceo

Arrecife

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/E/F · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 49%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 15958km · ~3670kg · €66

Preguntas frecuentes

Can I dive Te Ava Mo'a year-round?

Yes. Te Ava Mo'a is accessible throughout the year, though local conditions may vary. Check recent community reports and videos for current visibility and water conditions before your trip.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species have been documented at Te Ava Mo'a. Review the community species observations and videos to see what divers have recorded recently. Specific marine life varies with season and current reef health.

What should I know about coral health?

Te Ava Mo'a is flagged for coral bleaching watch status. Monitor updates before diving. Reef stress can affect both marine life presence and site aesthetics, so check the latest reports.

How do I access Te Ava Mo'a?

Te Ava Mo'a is in Baie de Toahiva, France, and is not within a marine protected area. Standard French diving regulations apply. Consult local dive guides or operators familiar with the site for current access, permits, and entry conditions.

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Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Feb (100/100) Worst: Apr (0/100) Now: Sep (81/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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