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Y AKA Plongée, diving in Rangiroa

Rangiroa, French Polynesia
Bottlenose dolphin facing the diver in the blue
Squadron of spotted eagle rays at the bottom of the Tiputa pass
Great hammerhead cruising along the reef

Welcome to Y AKA Plongée

Y AKA Plongée takes you diving in the Tiputa and Avatoru passes in small groups, from its base on the beach, a few minutes by boat from the sites: we come back ashore between each dive, and we take the time to get to know you.

Small groups

A more intimate dive, at a pace that leaves you time to enjoy it.

Back ashore

Between each dive: tea, coffee, hammock and deckchairs by the lagoon.

Four departures a day

At 8 am, 10 am, 2 pm and 4 pm, so you can set your own diving rhythm.

Private diving

An instructor just for you (1 to 3 divers) or a private boat (1 to 4 divers).

SSI and FFESSM school

From Try Scuba to Level 2, with 15-litre tanks for longer dives.

Nitrox available

Nitrox logo

32% nitrox, as an extra per dive. A nitrox certification is required: you can get it during your stay.

Book your dives

Choose your day and time online. For any question, write to us from the Contact page.

Discovery dive

Your first dive, 40 minutes between 0 and 6 metres, from age 8.

Exploration dives

The Tiputa and Avatoru passes, from French Level 1 or Open Water.

A Y AKA Plongée boat for a single group

Private diving

An instructor or a boat for your group only.

Courses

SSI and FFESSM, from Try Scuba to Level 2.

Green turtle swimming in the blue

Snorkeling

One hour at the Aquarium with mask, fins and snorkel, no tank.

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FFESSM logo

The Y AKA Plongée base under the coconut palms
The terrace and deckchairs facing the lagoon
The boat in the waves of the pass
Welcoming divers at the centre

Rangiroa, what you will see

Grey reef sharks, great hammerhead, rays, bottlenose dolphins: what you will see, and when.

Pod of bottlenose dolphins in the blue
Manta ray seen from below
School of barracudas in the blue

Latest sightings

ORP logo, Observatory of Sharks and Rays of PolynesiaGreat hammerhead in the blue in Rangiroa

See our shark and ray sightings on the website of the Observatory of Sharks and Rays of Polynesia (ORP).

Google reviews

Lili Hatami

5 - 23 September 2025
We had an incredible experience diving for 4 days at Y AKA. The team is professional and enthusiastic and the equipment is in great condition. The groups are kept small on purpose, making the dives a great personal experience. A special shout out to Romain and Hiti who both took great care of us and made our dream to dive with dolphins come true.

Alejandro Velasco

5 - 26 August 2025
I recently planned a last-minute trip to Rangiroa, and I was blown away by the exceptional service from start to finish. From Marie-Ange in the reservations team to my dive master Romain, everyone went above and beyond to make my trip seamless and enjoyable. Romain was particularly outstanding - his extensive knowledge and passion for marine life made our dives truly unforgettable. He took the time to spot and identify the very creatures I was eager to see. I'm already looking forward to returning and exploring more of Rangiroa's incredible dive sites with this team.

Helen

5 - 17 March 2025
Romain, our dive master, is the best dive master in finding dolphins. 2 encounter with dolphins in 4 dive. Romain is chilled, patient and attentive. Yaka shop is clean, nice and the captain Alexis is one of the best on the island. Romain is also one of the 4 oldest guide in Rangiora. If you wanna see dolphins, dive with Romain.

Macarena Seminario

5 - 26 September 2023
We had an amazing experience with Yaka and totally recommend them! We went diving 2 days and every single dive was incredible. The team is super friendly, attentive, respectful of marine life, and patient with all divers. We really enjoyed the experience and would totally come dive with them again! Thank you Yannick and team!!!
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