118 islands, over 12,000km of reef to explore, an outstanding variety of marine fauna: the sea bottom of French Polynesia is the epitome of the best sea can offer, available anytime during the year. Water temperature ranges from 25 to 30°C and is incredibly crystal clear: visibility ranges from 40 to over 100 meters.

On the ground the volcanic peaks are covered in thick tropical forests that give way to sandy beaches, marvellously splitting the ocean from the blue sky; likewise, under the water surface an incredible multitude of seascapes makes it worth your while to dive in the archipelagos, for a very exciting experience. Calm lagoons and turbulent passes bustling with life or mysterious caves. The Tahitian sea is home for more than 1,200 marine species, from whales to eagle stingrays, from turtles to dolphins, from sea shells to 19 different types of sharks!

The remarkable features of this sea are made even more pleasant by the special atmosphere of the island; your holidays here will be unforgettable! In between scuba diving excursions, the island’s green heart will provide countless experiences and the ancient marae, the magical tradition of an ever-smiling and hospitable people. Not to mention the exciting cultural and sports event calendar.

From September 18th to 27th, 2009 Tahiti and Moorea are to host the PADI Dive festival, an event come to its third edition and a real treat for scuba diving fans: a real celebration! Your adrenaline-laden days will be spent diving among wrecks, face to face with lemon sharks and surrounded by stingrays but also with chants and dances from the most typical Tahitian tradition.

What are you waiting for? Get your GAV and fins and... enjoy the bubbles!