

Best for beginner divers, 3-12m, shore entry, mild current.
Le vieux port at the Lavezzi Islands offers a shallow reef and wreck dive suitable for beginners. The site features a rocky seabed with depths ranging from 3 to 12 metres, averaging 8 metres. Entry is via the shore, and divers typically experience mild currents with visibility reaching up to 15 metres. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, bream, Mediterranean moray, and European common cuttlefish. Facilities available at the location include parking, showers, changing rooms, air fills, a dive shop, and boat charter services. The site is well-suited for those seeking accessible, shallow Mediterranean diving.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
3-12m
Visibility
Up to 15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
14-25°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
May, Oct
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, bream, Mediterranean moray, European common cuttlefish, Turkish wrasse, and various nudibranchs like the Cratena slug.
Yes, Le vieux port is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depths and mild currents.
The site has a depth range of 3 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
Yes, entry to the water is via the shore.
The best months to visit are May and October.
Diving at Le vieux port in Porto-Vecchio requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Le vieux port in Porto-Vecchio. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 25°C.
Le vieux port in Porto-Vecchio typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Le vieux port in Porto-Vecchio can reach up to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.