

Best for beginner divers, 16m, boat entry, mild current.
Le Petit Cap Roux is a reef site located off Île Saint-Honorat in the Lérins Islands. The site features a consistent depth of 16 metres and is accessible only by boat. Divers can expect visibility ranging from 20 to 40 metres with mild currents. The site is suitable for beginners, though divers should remain aware of potential hazards including boat traffic and entanglement. Species recorded around this area include Mediterranean moray, European common cuttlefish, common octopus, various wrasses, scorpionfish, and several species of nudibranchs such as the splendid Elysia and Cratena slug. Water temperatures fluctuate between 14C in winter and 23C in late summer.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
16m
Visibility
20-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-23°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include Mediterranean moray, European common cuttlefish, common octopus, wrasses, scorpionfish, and various nudibranchs like the splendid Elysia and Cratena slug.
Yes, Le Petit Cap Roux is considered suitable for beginner divers.
The site has an average depth of 16 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site.
While the site is primarily used for diving at a depth of 16 metres, it is a marine reef environment.
Diving at Le Petit Cap Roux in Saint-Raphaël requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Le Petit Cap Roux in Saint-Raphaël. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 23°C.
Le Petit Cap Roux in Saint-Raphaël typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Le Petit Cap Roux in Saint-Raphaël typically ranges from 20 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.