

Best for intermediate divers, 25-34m, boat entry, mild current.
La faille du soldat off Île Maïre is a complex dive site featuring a vertical wall, a navigable cave, and a deep canyon. This site is suited for intermediate divers, with depths ranging from 25 to 34 metres. Access is by boat only, located 4000 metres from the shore. Divers should be prepared for visibility between 10 and 25 metres and water temperatures ranging from 13C to 18C. While currents are typically mild, they can strengthen unexpectedly within the canyon. The site includes overhead environments, requiring careful buoyancy control and air management. Divers should brief their buddy on exit routes before entering the cave section.
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Plan your descent into the cave section early in the dive while your gas supply is comfortable, and brief your buddy on the exit route before you enter. Check current conditions with the boat operator on the day, as the canyon can accelerate flow unexpectedly.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
25-34m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-18°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the depth range of 25 to 34 metres and the presence of overhead environments.
The site ranges from 25 to 34 metres deep, with an average depth of 30 metres.
This is a boat dive located 4000 metres from the shore, and a boat is required to access the site.
No, this is a deep dive site with depths starting at 25 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Hazards include the deep nature of the site, the presence of overhead environments like caves, and the potential for strong currents in the canyon.
Diving at La faille du soldat in Marseille requires the following certifications: Advanced, Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at La faille du soldat in Marseille. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 18°C.
La faille du soldat in Marseille typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at La faille du soldat in Marseille typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.