RGI → FAV

Tiputa Pass

One of the world's most famous diving spots, visible immediately after takeoff, where you might see the surf of the incoming tide.

Rangiroa Eastern Rim

A narrow string of motus (islets) stretching along the edge of the world's second-largest atoll.

Kaukura Atoll

Depending on the flight path, you may pass the northern tip of this oval-shaped atoll known for its shallow reef flats.

Garuae Pass

French Polynesia's widest pass, located at the northern tip of Fakarava, offering spectacular water gradients.

Rotoava Village

The main settlement of Fakarava, visible as a thin line of buildings nestled between the lagoon and the sea just before landing.

Rangiroa Lagoon Interior

An endless expanse of turquoise water so large that the other side of the atoll is often invisible over the horizon.

Avatoru Pass

The secondary opening of Rangiroa, featuring intense coral formations and vibrant water transitions.

Apataki Atoll

A stunning bird's-eye view of this rectangular atoll, showcasing its massive central lagoon and surrounding reef.

Fakarava Biosphere Reserve

Aerial views of the UNESCO-protected lagoon, renowned for its incredible water clarity and ecological diversity.

Fakarava Western Reef

A final look at the pristine, untouched western motus of the atoll as the plane banks for its final approach.