

Best for beginner divers, 8-18m, boat entry.
La Basse Reinette is a reef and seagrass site located in the Calanques National Park. This calm, current-free location is well suited for beginner divers, with depths ranging from 8 to 18 metres and an average depth of 15 metres. Visibility at the site varies between 10 and 30 metres. Access is by boat only, with local operators in Bandol providing support including air fills and gear storage. The site is suitable for night diving, with typical dives lasting around 45 minutes. Water temperatures fluctuate between 14C and 21C throughout the year, requiring appropriate thermal protection during cooler months.
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The site is boat access only, so book ahead with a local operator in Bandol who can also handle air fills and gear storage at the dock. Water temperature drops to around 14C in winter, so a 5mm wetsuit or thicker is worth packing if you are visiting outside the summer months.
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No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-18m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-21°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is a calm, current-free reef and seagrass area well suited to newly qualified open water divers building confidence.
Depths at the site range from 8 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site, requiring arrangements with a local operator in Bandol.
Yes, night diving is possible at La Basse Reinette, allowing for an experience beyond standard daytime dives.
Local operators in Bandol provide access to the site, air fills, gear storage, and showers.
Diving at La Basse Reinette in Bandol requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at La Basse Reinette in Bandol typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.