14°58′34″S 147°37′30″W / 14.976°S 147.625°W / -14.976; -147.625Tiputa is a village on the French Polynesian atoll of Rangiroa, in the Tuamotu archipelago.
Geography
It is located on the northern edge of the atoll,1 approximately 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) east-southeast of the village of Avatoru. The two villages are separated by the Tiputa Pass, a world-renowned spot for underwater diving.2 It is necessary to travel to Avatoru by means of a water taxi to make it to Rangiroa Airport.3
The population of Tiputa is around 900 inhabitants, making it the most populous village of the atoll of Rangiroa.4 The main economical activity in Tiputa is tourism.5 There are hotels and other touristic installations.
References
References
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- Tiputa Pass is one of the best spots in the world to drift dive with sharks and mantas Accessed 18 February 2010
- Teja (2021-01-07). "How to Spend 7 Laidback Days in Rangiroa Atoll, French Polynesia". Teja on the Horizon. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
- "Rangiroa: a hidden paradise in French Polynesia". www.aranui.com. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
- "Tuamotu : Rangiroa and Fakarava nature & cultural excursions to discover • EnezGreen". EnezGreen. Retrieved 2026-03-19.