Fakarava Grouper Spawning Trip June 2027

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Trip overview

Trip Overview

Every year, the Grouper Spawning occurs in Fakarava Atoll, where numerous groupers of different species come together. The primary gathering spot for these groupers is the southern pass, which connects the lagoon to the open ocean. During this event, female groupers release millions of eggs, and the males release clouds of sperm, ensuring successful fertilization.

This spawning event is essential for sustaining grouper populations and also attracts various marine predators and scavengers. Sharks, barracudas, and other predatory fish often gather in large numbers to capitalize on the abundant food available during the spawning season.

Our Bluewater trip has been planned to coincide with the predicted date of the grouper spawning in 2027. Please note that this will occur overnight and night diving is not permitted in Fakarava, however, in the days before and after the grouper spawning we can expect to see huge aggregations of grouper and sharks. We will also plan a dive very early in morning on the day after the grouper spawning to catch the final stages of the event.

This remarkable occurrence offers a unique and unforgettable experience for those lucky enough to witness this spectacular event.

Check out this amazing video of thousands of groupers in Fakarava!

Read our full 2025 Fakarava Grouper Spawning Trip Recap, and check out Scott Gietler's photo essay from our past grouper spawning trip. There's more than just sharks in French Polynesia!

Itinerary

Jun 14: Arrival in Fakarava (FAV) and transfer to Havaiki Lodge to check in
Jun 15: 3 dives in Fakarava North Pass
Jun 16: 3 dives in Fakarava North Pass
Jun 17: 2 dives in Fakarava North Pass and transfer to Motu Aito to check in
Jun 18: 3 dives in Fakarava South Pass
Jun 19: Expected day of grouper spawning -3 dives in Fakarava South Pass
Jun 20 :3 dives in Fakarava South Pass
Jun 21: Check out of Motu Aito and transfer to Fakarava airport (FAV)