

Best for intermediate divers, 54-56m, boat entry.
Le Caboteur is a deep wreck dive located off the Calanque de Sormiou, resting on the seabed at depths between 54 and 56 metres. This site is strictly for intermediate divers with appropriate deep diving certification. The wreck presents an overhead environment with confined spaces, requiring excellent buoyancy control and awareness to avoid entanglement on internal structures. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres. Water temperatures are cool, fluctuating between 13 and 17 degrees Celsius throughout the year, necessitating a thick wetsuit or drysuit. Access is by boat only. Divers should plan decompression stops carefully and carry a surface marker buoy for the ascent.
43.33183, 5.31915
At 54 to 56 metres your bottom time will be short, so plan your decompression stops carefully and carry a surface marker buoy for the ascent. Confirm gas planning and certification requirements with the local boat operator before booking, as requirements may be strictly enforced.
Boat access from anchored moorings.
Recorded at this site
Depth
54-56m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-17°C
Current
None
Best Time
Jul, Aug
The wreck lies at a depth of 54 to 56 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers with deep diving certification due to the significant depth and overhead environment.
Access to this site is by boat only.
The main hazards include the overhead environment within the wreck and the risk of entanglement on internal structures.
No, this site is not suitable for snorkelling as the wreck is located at a depth of 54 to 56 metres.
Diving at Le Caboteur in Marseille requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Le Caboteur in Marseille. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 17°C.
The best months to visit Le Caboteur in Marseille are July and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Visibility at Le Caboteur in Marseille typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.