

Le Bassin is a boat-accessible dive site located off the coast of Île Saint-Honorat in the Lérins Islands. The site features depths ranging from 30 to 40 metres, making it suitable for experienced divers. Conditions are variable, with visibility typically between 10 and 30 metres and mild currents present. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 14C in the winter months to 18C in the autumn. Due to the depth and conditions, this site is best suited for those with appropriate training and experience in deeper water environments.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
30-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Entry
Boat
Water Temp
14-18°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site reaches depths between 30 and 40 metres.
No, the site is intended for experienced divers due to its depth of 30 to 40 metres.
Le Bassin is accessed by boat.
Snorkelling is not recommended as the site is deep, with the seabed located at 30 to 40 metres.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Le Bassin in Le Bassin. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 18°C.
The best months to visit Le Bassin in Le Bassin are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Le Bassin in Le Bassin typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Le Bassin in Le Bassin typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.