Yachts anchor off Tiputa village, or the more sheltered anchorage off the Kia Ora Village Hotel. It is possible to tie up for a few hours to the municipal dock in Avatoru pass in an emergency or to load/unload something heavy. Contact the mairie first to make sure no cargo is using the dock.
Avoid anchoring in Avatoru pass as there is an underwater cable (see image on the right).
There is a small harbor on the west side inside of Tiputa pass.
Please FLOAT your anchor chain to protect the coral and prevent future damage to marine life.
See French Polynesia Yachting Essentials for tips on Navigation and Anchoring in this part of the world.
Dinghies can be landed at the concrete wharf on the western edge of the Tiputa pass, or on the beach just west of the wharf and tied to a tree. When landing at the wharf, it helps to use a stern anchor to keep the dinghy from getting caught under the wharf and make sure to leave room for the water taxis. If it's a day when the supply ship is in, wharf traffic is very busy. Also, there are often children playing and swimming at the wharf and they love using the dinghies as a platform for their frivolities.
Last updated: May 2022
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