

Centre de découverte du milieu marin in the Saguenay Fjord offers a shore-entry reef site suitable for beginners. The area features shallow, calm water, providing a manageable environment for developing underwater skills. Divers should be prepared for cold water temperatures ranging from 0 to 11 degrees Celsius throughout the year, necessitating the use of a drysuit or thick wetsuit. Visibility is variable, so checking local conditions before entry is advised. Protective footwear is recommended to navigate the rocky shore entry and shallow reef structures safely. As facilities are not guaranteed on site, divers should plan to be self-sufficient with all necessary equipment.
48.31941, -69.41313
La température de l’eau est d’environ 4°C, il est fortement recommandé de porter des vêtements chauds et confortables.
41, rue des Pilotes, Les Escoumins QC G0T 1G0
Recorded at this site
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
0-11°C
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site features shallow, calm water that provides a manageable environment for first-time divers to develop their skills.
This is a shore-entry site. Protective footwear is recommended to prevent injury from rocks during the entry process.
Water temperatures are cold, ranging from 0 degrees Celsius in winter to 11 degrees Celsius in summer. Appropriate thermal protection is required.
While the site is used for diving, the shallow reef structure is accessible for those equipped for cold-water activities.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Centre de découverte du milieu marin in Les Escoumins. Water temperatures reach up to 11°C.
The best months to visit Centre de découverte du milieu marin in Les Escoumins are June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.