

Best for intermediate divers, 34m, boat entry, mild current.
Prophète is a wreck dive located 1500 metres offshore in Port-Cros National Park, France. The wreck sits at a consistent depth of 34 metres, requiring boat access and an intermediate skill level. Divers should be prepared for water temperatures ranging from 14 to 18 degrees Celsius. Conditions at the site are variable, with visibility that can change sharply and currents that may strengthen, necessitating careful dive planning and gas management. Species recorded around this area include common octopus, European common cuttlefish, Mediterranean moray, various wrasses, scorpionfish, conger eel, cow snail, Turkish wrasse, white seabream, spirograph, bream, two-banded seabream, mauve stinger, and striped red mullet.
43.15766, 6.62845
The wreck is nicknamed the Chaudières because the boilers are the only well-preserved part of the ship.
Located at Croix-Valmer, in the bay of Briande, between Cap Taillat and Cap Lardier.
Recorded at this site
Depth
34m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-18°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Species recorded around this area include common octopus, European common cuttlefish, Mediterranean moray, various wrasses, scorpionfish, conger eel, cow snail, Turkish wrasse, white seabream, spirograph, bream, two-banded seabream, mauve stinger, and striped red mullet.
No, this site is for intermediate divers. It requires an Advanced Open Water certification due to the 34-metre depth and potential for strong currents.
The wreck sits at a flat depth of 34 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 1500 metres from the shore.
No, this site is not suitable for snorkelling as the wreck lies at a depth of 34 metres.
Diving at Prophète in Cavalaire requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Prophète in Cavalaire. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 18°C.
The best months to visit Prophète in Cavalaire are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Prophète in Cavalaire typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.