

Best for beginner divers, Up to 12m, boat entry, mild current.
Mambo is a shallow reef site located at Pigeon Islands within the Réserve Cousteau, Guadeloupe. Reaching a maximum depth of 12 metres, this site features typical Caribbean reef structures suitable for beginner divers. The water temperature remains warm, ranging from 27C to 30C throughout the year. Divers can encounter various marine life, including wrasses, blue tang, redband parrotfish, groupers, and peacock flounder. Macro enthusiasts may spot Hilton's aeolid, lettuce sea slugs, sea hares, flatworms, shrimp, and hermit crabs. Flamingo tongue and T-bar swallowtail are also recorded here. Due to the presence of sharp coral and sea urchins, divers should exercise caution regarding hand and knee placement. Boat access is required, and conditions vary.
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Watch where you place your hands and knees on the reef, as sharp coral and sea urchins are present throughout the site. Confirm current visibility with your boat operator before entering, as conditions here can vary considerably.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 12m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Divers can observe wrasses, blue tang, redband parrotfish, groupers, and peacock flounder. Smaller species include Hilton's aeolid, lettuce sea slugs, sea hares, flatworms, shrimp, hermit crabs, flamingo tongue, and T-bar swallowtail.
Yes, Mambo is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth of up to 12 metres and mild currents.
The reef reaches a maximum depth of 12 metres.
Mambo is a boat-access site; a boat is required to reach the reef.
While the site is primarily a dive location with a maximum depth of 12 metres, the shallow reef structure may be accessible to snorkelers depending on boat operator policies and surface conditions.
Diving at Mambo in Pointe-Noire requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Mambo in Pointe-Noire. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Mambo in Pointe-Noire typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.