Practical information

Times, pick-up, payment, cancellation: everything to know before you come.

Times

The centre is open 7 days a week, all year round. Please arrive a little early for check-in and gear preparation.

Boat departure times

Fun dives About 2 hours	7:30 and 9:30 am
Discover dives and courses	11:30 am
Whales From 20 July to 20 November, 3 to 4 hours	7 am and 1 pm
Snorkeling 1.5 hours	1:30 pm

Getting to the centre

Scubapiti Moorea is on the beach of the Les Tipaniers hotel, in Hauru (Haapiti), on the north-west coast of Moorea.

If you are staying between the Linareva hotel and the Hilton hotel, we pick you up for two consecutive dives or a whale trip. Getting to the island and where to stay: Moorea.

Booking and paying

Allow one to two months ahead for whales, two to three weeks for diving; you can also try the day before. We answer every message the same evening.

Diving: credit card or cash. Whales: cash only. We accept Pacific francs, euros and US dollars. A deposit is required for whales and for large diving bookings, paid by card through a secure payment link.

Cancellation and weather

Cancellation is free up to 72 hours before; at 48 hours, 50% of the price is due, and 100% within the last 24 hours.

When the weather does not allow us to go out, we decide on the day: we then refund the deposit, or reschedule depending on availability.

A rainbow over the centre and Tipaniers beach

Health and safety

A health questionnaire is required for each diver, and a medical certificate over 65. Allow 24 hours between your last dive and your flight.

Boarding is from the beach: we cannot take a wheelchair user.

Equipment

Full equipment is provided: wetsuit, BCD, regulator, fins, mask and tank. Bring your certification card, a towel and a reef-safe sunscreen.

Dive passes

We accept eDivingPass and the Te Moana Diving Pass, for fun dives only.

Frequently asked questions

Where exactly are you, and how do I get to the centre?

Scubapiti Moorea is on the beach of the Les Tipaniers hotel, in Hauru (Haapiti), on the north-west coast of Moorea. Moorea is about thirty minutes from Papeete by ferry, or a short domestic flight.

Do you pick me up from my accommodation?

Yes, if you are staying between the Linareva hotel and the Hilton hotel: we pick you up for two consecutive dives or for a whale trip.

What time do you leave, and how long does a trip last?

Fun dives: departures at 7:30 am and 9:30 am, about 2 hours. Discover dives and courses: 11:30 am. Whale excursions (20 July to 20 November): departures at 7 am and 1 pm, 3 to 4 hours. Snorkeling: 1:30 pm, 1 hour 30. Please arrive a little early for check-in and gear preparation.

Which payment methods do you accept?

For diving: credit card or cash. For whales: cash only. We accept Pacific francs, euros and US dollars.

What is your cancellation policy?

Cancellation is free of charge up to 72 hours before the activity. At 48 hours, 50% of the price is due, and 100% within the last 24 hours.

What happens if a trip is cancelled because of the weather?

We decide, on the day, whether conditions allow us to go out. It is not possible to cancel on your side for weather reasons. If we cancel, we refund the deposit, or we reschedule the trip depending on availability.

Do I need a medical certificate?

A medical certificate is required over 65; under 65, a health questionnaire is required.

Do you accept the Te Moana Diving Pass and eDivingPass?

Yes, we accept both passes, for fun dives only.

Can you welcome people with reduced mobility?

Boarding is from the beach, which unfortunately means we cannot take a wheelchair user. For any other situation, write to us and we will see together what is possible.

Can I dive while pregnant?

No: diving is not advised during pregnancy. You can, however, enjoy snorkeling or the whale excursion without swimming, staying on board.

Another question?

Write to us, we answer the same evening. Or call us on (+689) 87 78 03 52 (WhatsApp too).

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