

Best for intermediate divers, 15-40m, shore entry, mild current.
Anse de Caramassaigne is a shore-entry dive site located at Île Maïre in the Riou Archipelago. The topography features a combination of reef structures and seagrass beds, with depths ranging from 15 to 40 metres and an average depth of 25 metres. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 13 and 17 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Due to the depth profile and potential for boat traffic, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Divers should deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending and remain close to the entry point to avoid surface hazards.
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Boat traffic is the primary hazard here, so deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending and keep your ascent close to the entry point. Air fills, equipment rental, and a dive shop are available nearby, making this a practical choice if you are travelling light.
Access is by boat, involving approximately 20 minutes of navigation from the coast through the Calanques National Park.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
13-17°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers as it reaches depths of up to 40 metres.
The site ranges from 15 to 40 metres deep, with an average depth of 25 metres.
This is a shore-entry dive site.
The main hazard is boat traffic. Divers should deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending and stay close to the entry point.
Yes, air fills, equipment rental, and a dive shop are available nearby.
Diving at Anse de Caramassaigne in Marseille requires the following certifications: Niveau 1 For 20m Blocks, Niveau 3 For Deep Drop-Off And Cave. Always dive within your training limits.
Anse de Caramassaigne in Marseille typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Anse de Caramassaigne in Marseille typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.