

Best for beginner divers, 12-20m, shore entry.
Carro is a shore-entry dive site located in the Frioul Islands, featuring a reef and cave system at depths between 12 and 20 metres. With visibility reaching 30 metres and minimal current, the site is suitable for beginner divers. The topography includes cave sections that present an overhead environment; divers should avoid these areas unless they possess specific overhead training. Entry requires caution due to potential surf and shore break conditions, and protective footwear is recommended to navigate sharp rocks and coral. Facilities including parking, toilets, and showers are available on site, supporting full-day trips. Typical dives last 40 minutes, and night diving is permitted.
43.32740, 5.04155
Watch for surf and shore break at entry, particularly in unsettled weather, and pick your moment to enter cleanly to avoid being pushed onto the sharp rocks and coral. The site has parking, toilets, and showers on site, so it works well as a full-day trip.
Access is by boat from Marseille or Carry-le-Rouet.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-20m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
13-19°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners as it features minimal current and clear visibility, though caution is required during the shore entry.
The site ranges from 12 to 20 metres in depth, with an average depth of 16 metres.
Carro is a shore dive. Divers should monitor surf and shore break conditions before entering the water.
Water temperatures range from 13C in the winter months to 19C during the summer.
Hazards include an overhead environment within the cave sections, potential surf at the entry point, and sharp coral and rocks on the shore.
Diving at Carro in Marseille requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Carro in Marseille. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 19°C.