

Best for intermediate divers, 25-40m, boat entry, mild current.
Calanque d'En Vau is a reef and wall system located near the Calanque de Morgiou. Divers explore depths between 25 and 40 metres, requiring solid buoyancy control. The site features limestone walls and reef structures. Visibility varies from 10 to 30 metres, and water temperatures range from 13 to 19 degrees Celsius, necessitating appropriate thermal protection. Currents are generally mild. Access is by boat only, and divers must remain vigilant regarding boat traffic during surface intervals and ascents. Be aware of sharp limestone edges, jellyfish, and variable visibility. Species recorded around this area include Mediterranean moray, great barracuda, common octopus, European common cuttlefish, various wrasses, and several nudibranch species.
43.19800, 5.50422
Watch for jellyfish on the surface and in the water column, particularly in warmer months, and keep a safe distance from the rocky walls on descent since the sharp limestone and coral edges cause cuts quickly. Confirm current facility availability and boat departure details with your local dive operator before heading out, as services at this site can vary.
Accessible via the GR51/98 coastal path from Port-Miou or by kayak from Cassis. Access from the Gardiole parking involves a steep descent on rocky terrain.
Recorded at this site
Depth
25-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-19°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include Mediterranean moray, great barracuda, common octopus, European common cuttlefish, wrasses, and various nudibranchs such as Felimare orsinii and tricolor doris.
No, this site is for intermediate divers as the depth profile ranges from 25 to 40 metres, which is beyond the limits of entry-level open water certification.
The reef and wall system at Calanque d'En Vau ranges from 25 to 40 metres deep.
This is a boat-only dive site; you must arrange transport with a local dive operator.
The site is primarily a deep reef and wall dive ranging from 25 to 40 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Calanque d'En Vau in Cassis requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Calanque d'En Vau in Cassis. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 19°C.
Divers at Calanque d'En Vau in Cassis should be aware of jellyfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Calanque d'En Vau in Cassis typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Calanque d'En Vau in Cassis typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.