

Best for beginner divers, 10-15m, boat entry, mild current.
L'Eissadon, located off the Calanque de Morgiou, offers a straightforward reef and cave dive suitable for beginners. Divers typically explore depths between 10 and 15 metres, with an average depth of 13 metres. The site features mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres, providing manageable conditions for those building buoyancy skills. The cave section provides a change in topography without requiring advanced certification. Access to this site is by boat only, situated 1500 metres from the shore. Divers should remain cautious of boat traffic when surfacing and be mindful of sharp rocks and coral structures throughout the dive.
43.20400, 5.47990
Watch where you place your hands and fins throughout the dive, as the rocks and coral are sharp and easy to brush against at this depth. Boat traffic in the area can be active, so stay close to your guide and surface only when signalled.
Accessible only by boat or sea craft such as kayak or paddle from Marseille or Cassis.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-15m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-22°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its manageable depth, mild currents, and straightforward reef and cave topography.
The site ranges from 10 to 15 metres in depth, with an average depth of 13 metres.
L'Eissadon is a boat dive located 1500 metres from the shore.
The main hazards include active boat traffic in the area and sharp rocks and coral that require careful buoyancy control.
A valid open water certification is required to dive at L'Eissadon.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near L'Eissadon in Cassis. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at L'Eissadon in Cassis. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 22°C.
The best months to visit L'Eissadon in Cassis are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
L'Eissadon in Cassis typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at L'Eissadon in Cassis typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.