

Best for beginner divers, 1-42m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Le Cap Ferrat features diverse underwater terrain, ranging from shallow reefs at 1 metre to a drop-off reaching 42 metres. The site includes a cave and overhead environments, requiring specific training for safe exploration. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents, though visibility can be variable. Divers and snorkellers can access the site via shore or boat. Facilities include parking, air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, scorpionfish, various nudibranchs such as the Cratena slug, and occasionally Mediterranean moray or common octopus. Night diving is available for experienced divers. Always check current conditions with the local dive shop before planning your visit.
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Because visibility is variable, it is worth calling the on-site dive shop before your visit to get a current conditions report. A guided tour is a practical choice here, especially if you are new to the site, as the drop-off and cave require careful navigation.
located on the Saint Jean Cap Ferrat peninsula in the heart of the old fishing village
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 42m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
13-20°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, scorpionfish, Cratena slugs, Mediterranean violet aeolids, and giant doris. Less frequently, divers may encounter common octopus, Mediterranean moray, or European common cuttlefish.
The shallow reef areas starting at 1 metre are suitable for beginners. However, the site reaches 42 metres and includes a cave, which require advanced qualifications and deep diving certification.
The depth ranges from 1 metre in the shallow reef areas to a maximum of 42 metres at the drop-off, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling, with shallow reef areas starting at 1 metre depth.
Le Cap Ferrat supports both shore and boat entries.
Diving at Le Cap Ferrat in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Nitrox, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Le Cap Ferrat in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Le Cap Ferrat in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 20°C.
Le Cap Ferrat in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.