

Best for intermediate divers, 15-40m, boat entry, mild current.
Tombant de Ratonneau is a wall and reef dive located off the Île Maïre near Marseille. The site features a vertical drop starting at 15 metres and extending down to 40 metres. With visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres, the wall is well-defined for intermediate divers. The site is subject to mild currents and requires boat access. Due to the significant depth profile, divers must maintain strict buoyancy control and monitor air consumption throughout the 45-minute average dive. Water temperatures fluctuate between 13 and 18 degrees Celsius, necessitating appropriate thermal protection such as a thick wetsuit or drysuit.
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Boat access is the only way in, so arrange your operator in advance and confirm current availability of facilities locally. Keep a close eye on your depth gauge on this wall as the profile drops away quickly and it is easy to drift deeper than planned.
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Depth
15-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-18°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers. An Advanced Open Water certification is required due to the significant depth profile.
The wall drops from approximately 15 metres down to 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 2000 metres from the shore.
The site experiences mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures range from 13 to 18 degrees Celsius depending on the time of year.
The primary hazard is the depth. Divers must monitor their depth gauge closely to avoid exceeding planned limits as the wall drops away quickly.
Diving at Tombant de Ratonneau in Marseille requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Tombant de Ratonneau in Marseille. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 18°C.