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Sand Heap

Tuamotu Archipelago, French Polynesia
Depth
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131ft
Visibility
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66ft - 197ft
Entry
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boat
Experience Level
Advanced

About Sand Heap

Also known as Tas De Sable. This site was named for its clean gradual sloping sand banks to depths of 40 meters. Sand heap is situated close to Tupita Pass and despite the fact that water drops to 40 meters, it also has good depth variation and beginner level divers may dive in the shallow areas. Great underwater landscape and abundant marine and coral life to be seen.

Sand Heap Dive Info: Key Characteristics and Details

Unit Settings

Terrain and Features: Other
Entry Type:Boat
Max Depth:40m
Visibility Range:20m - 60m
Experience Level:Advanced
Best Gas:21% - 28% O2

Marine Life

  • Sharks
  • Tropical Fish
  • Groupers
  • Eels
  • Dolphins
  • Various
  • Rays
  • Turtles

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