Access

• Avatoru and Tiputa Passes: on the north side, marked, possible strong current (8 knots),to enter with entering current or reverse.

  Very choppy current by SE wind.

Moorings

• On the east side: facing the Kia Ora, motu Faama, motu Mauahatea, motu Otepipi, Naonao and Mahitu, or toward the islets of Kiroria, Atiati Rahi, Hauone.
• On the west side: in good weather, at the “Lagon bleu”, motu Paio and motu Pomariorio.
• Avatoru: wharf in deep water, marina, fuel delivery to the wharf for over 100 L, stores, medical and dental center, post office, banks, etc.
• Tiputa: wharf,small marina, stores, artisan market, post office, banks, 5 diving clubs.

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