

Best for beginner divers, 1-15m, boat entry, mild current.
Kelhuit is a reef dive located 800 metres off the coast of Île de Groix, France. This site is well suited for beginner divers, offering a shallow profile that ranges from 1 to 15 metres with an average depth of 8 metres. Access is by boat only. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility typically between 5 and 10 metres. The site is suitable for night diving, allowing for a different perspective of the reef structure. Water temperatures fluctuate between 10 and 17 degrees Celsius throughout the year, necessitating appropriate thermal protection such as a 7mm wetsuit during colder months. Typical dive duration is approximately 40 minutes.
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Because facilities are not confirmed at this site, sort out air fills and equipment before you leave the mainland or arrange everything through a local dive operator in Groix. The site dives year-round, so winter visits are possible, but pack at least a 7mm wetsuit for the colder months when water temperature drops towards 10 degrees Celsius.
The site is located off the coast of Lorient near the island of Groix and requires a boat for access.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 15m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
10-17°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Yes, the site is well suited to newly qualified divers building confidence in open water due to the shallow depths and mild currents.
The site ranges from 1 to 15 metres in depth, with an average depth of 8 metres.
Kelhuit is located 800 metres from the shore and requires a boat for access.
Yes, night diving is permitted at Kelhuit, providing an opportunity to observe the reef in different conditions.
Water temperatures range from 10 to 17 degrees Celsius. It is recommended to pack at least a 7mm wetsuit for the colder months.
Diving at Kelhuit in Groix requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Kelhuit in Groix typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Kelhuit in Groix typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.