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Te Ava Mo’a

Te Ava Mo’a. Ah, Bora Bora. Everyone knows the overwater bungalows, but it’s what’s under them that we really love. This spot, just outside the main lagoon, always delivers. We drop in, often with a gentle push from the current, and drift along a sloping wall. What immediately strikes you is the sheer number of Clown Tangs here, usually in tight schools, shimmering like a liquid purple curtain. Look closely among them for Mimic Surgeonfish, trying their best to blend in. Down deeper, around 20 metres, we often find Honeycomb Groupers lurking in the coral bommies. They’re usually quite curious, letting you get a good look before retreating. Higher up, the Pinktail Triggerfish are everywhere, darting between the branches of the healthy hard corals. We'd suggest getting here early in the morning; the light filtering through the water really makes those blues and purples pop. Keep an eye out for Fire Dartfish on sandy patches, they're skittish but beautiful. Te Ava Mo’a is a relaxed drift, perfect for soaking in the classic Polynesian reef vibe without fighting a strong current. It’s a great choice for divers who appreciate big schools of colourful fish and vibrant coral formations.