Shark's Hole / Shark Wall (Tetamanu)

A notch in the wall of the South Pass where sharks gather out of the current. Grey reef sharks and larger sicklefin lemon sharks are the regulars; oceanic whitetips and hammerheads turn up less often. Dived as part of the South Pass system.

Depth

12–30m

Current

Mild

Diver level

Advanced open water

Entry

Boat

Unique features

A cave cut into the side of the South Pass channel
Sheltered resting spot for grey reef and sicklefin lemon sharks
Occasional oceanic whitetip and hammerhead reports

Sources & last checked

Checked July 2026

This is a researched draft, not yet human-verified. The seasonality and logistics are drawn from the sources below — confirm specifics (permits, fees, closures) with an operator before you book.

Discover a Wall of Sharks in Fakarava — Tahiti Tourisme
Scuba diving in Fakarava, French Polynesia — ZuBlu

Note on the data: Coordinates are approximate; not surveyed dive-site GPS.