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Tapu

Tapu is a Bora Bora fixture, and for good reason. We’ve always found it delivers that classic Bora Bora feel. You’ll drop onto a shallow coral plateau, the kind where sunlight dapples the reef and schools of fusiliers swirl so thick they momentarily dim the light. This plateau then gives way to a gentle drop-off, not a sheer wall, but a slope that’s easy to cruise along. The highlight for us here is definitely the sharks. You’ll almost certainly find blacktips cruising the shallows and lemon sharks often hang out a bit deeper. Keep an eye out for Napoleons, those big, placid giants, often seen munching on coral. And yes, there’s a small cave if you fancy a peek, sometimes home to lionfish tucked into the shadows. Visibility averages around 23 meters, making it a comfortable dive for most. We’d suggest an early morning dive here, before the boat traffic picks up, for the most serene experience.