

Best for beginner divers, 2-3m, shore entry, moderate current.
Paradis Marin in the Saguenay Fjord offers a shallow shore-entry dive suitable for beginners. Divers explore a reef area at depths of 2 to 3 metres, with visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. The site features a moderate current, requiring careful navigation. Water temperatures are cold, fluctuating between 0 and 11 degrees Celsius throughout the year, necessitating appropriate thermal protection such as a drysuit or thick wetsuit with hood and gloves. Species recorded around this area include grey seals, harbour seals, Atlantic wolffish, lumpfish, sea stars, rock crabs, orange sea cucumbers, shrimp, brittle stars, cod, righteye flounder, snails, and dead man's fingers. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, showers, and changing rooms.
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A good drysuit or a thick wetsuit with gloves and hood is essential here, as water temperatures can sit near freezing even in summer. Full facilities on site, including showers and changing rooms, make warming up after your dive straightforward.
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No known hazards
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 3m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
0-11°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
30 min
Species recorded around this area include grey seals, harbour seals, Atlantic wolffish, lumpfish, sea stars, rock crabs, orange sea cucumbers, shrimp, brittle stars, cod, righteye flounder, snails, and dead man's fingers.
Yes, the shallow depth of 2 to 3 metres makes this an accessible site for beginner divers.
The site is shallow, with depths typically ranging between 2 and 3 metres.
Yes, Paradis Marin is a shore-entry dive site.
Yes, the shallow depth of 2 to 3 metres and high visibility make this site suitable for snorkelling.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Paradis Marin in Paradis Marin. Water temperatures reach up to 11°C.
Expect moderate currents at Paradis Marin in Paradis Marin. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Paradis Marin in Paradis Marin typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.