

Beauperthuis is a reef site located in the Pigeon Islands, part of the Réserve Cousteau. The reef structure extends from the surface to a maximum depth of 21 metres, providing a flexible environment for divers to explore at various depths. Conditions are generally mild, with water temperatures ranging from 27 to 30C throughout the year. Access to this site is by boat. Due to variable visibility, divers should maintain close contact with navigation tools. Surface swimmers and divers must remain vigilant for boat traffic in the area. As facilities are not confirmed on-site, divers should coordinate equipment requirements with their local operator before departure.
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Because facilities are unconfirmed, check with your dive operator in advance about equipment rental and what is provided on the boat. Visiting year-round is possible, but ask locally about current visibility conditions before booking, as they can vary.
Access is via boat from the Malendure beach area in Bouillante.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 21m
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site is well-suited to new divers, offering a range of depths and mild currents that assist with buoyancy control.
The reef structure extends from the surface down to a maximum depth of approximately 21 metres.
No, Beauperthuis requires boat access.
Water temperatures are warm, ranging between 27C and 30C throughout the year.
Divers should monitor for boat traffic while at the surface and be aware that visibility can vary, requiring careful navigation.
Diving at Beauperthuis in Bouillante requires the following certifications: FFESSM, ANMP, SSI. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Beauperthuis in Bouillante. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Beauperthuis in Bouillante are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.