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The Endless Lagoon
Rangiroa, a string of coral encircling a luminous
turquoise and jade-green lagoon, is one of the world's
greatest dive destinations.
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From the air, the atoll - the second largest in
the world - seems to be a giant pearl necklace laid
upon the water. Here is a world where 240 tiny islets,
or motu, each no more than three feet
in elevation, lay upon the ocean for more than 110
miles completely encircling an infinitely deep lagoon.
Surrounded by two legendary bodies of water, Moana-tea
(Peaceful Ocean) and Moana-uri (Wild Ocean), the
main villages of Avatoru and Tiputa offer the visitor
with a unique look at the South Pacific. Along the few roads, coral churches,
craft centers, local restaurants, and tiny shops
provide enjoyable land-based experiences to complement
the many activities in the
lagoon.
A world where drama and
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Useful Links
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Inter-island Ferries and Boat Transportation |
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