

Best for beginner divers, 1-5m, shore entry, strong current.
Port-Marie, located in the Chausey archipelago, features a combination of reef and seagrass habitats. The site is suitable for beginners and offers a shallow average depth of 3 metres, with a total range between 1 and 5 metres. Access is via the shore, though the site is situated 17,000 metres from the mainland. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of strong currents present in the area. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 20 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, peaking at 19°C in late summer and dropping to 9°C in late winter. Toilets are available at the site.
48.87280, -1.84520
For a shore dive, perform a water entry 2 hours before low tide to exit at the end of the slack water period and before the flood tide resumes.
Start from one of the beaches on the Grande Île in the Chausey archipelago. Palm 200 to 300 metres along the rocks on the left side of the beach before beginning to fish.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 5m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
9-19°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, the site is classified as suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
Yes, Port-Marie has a snorkel rating of 5 out of 5.
Access to the site is via the shore.
The primary hazard at Port-Marie is the presence of strong currents.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Port-Marie (Grande-Île, Chausey) in Calais. Water temperatures range from 9°C to 19°C.
Port-Marie (Grande-Île, Chausey) in Calais can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Port-Marie (Grande-Île, Chausey) in Calais typically ranges from 10 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.