

Best for beginner divers, 3m, shore & boat entry.
Les Baleines is a shallow reef site located at the Sanguinaires Islands in France. The site features a consistent depth of approximately 3 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers and snorkellers. Access to the water is available via both shore and boat entries. Facilities at the location include parking, showers, a rinse station, air fills, equipment rental, guided tours, and boat charter services. Water temperatures at this site vary throughout the year, ranging from 14C in the winter months to 26C during the peak of summer.
41.85550, 8.78810
The captain uses an hydrophone system to allow divers to listen to the songs of cetaceans.
Embarkation from the marina of Macinaggio.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
14-26°C
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow average depth of 3 metres.
The site has an average depth of 3 metres.
Yes, entry to the water is possible via both shore and boat.
Given the shallow depth of 3 metres, the site is accessible for snorkelling.
Diving at Les Baleines in Macinaggio requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Les Baleines in Macinaggio. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Les Baleines in Macinaggio. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 26°C.
The best months to visit Les Baleines in Macinaggio are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.