

Best for beginner divers, 6-16m, boat entry, mild current.
Pointe aux Fous in Deshaies, Guadeloupe, features a diverse topography consisting of five rocks aligned east to west and a cliff wall. The site is divided by seagrass, which aids navigation, and includes sand patches suitable for training. Divers can expect depths between 6 and 16 metres, averaging 11 metres, with mild currents. Marine life includes common purple sea fans and giant feather-duster worms. Uncommon sightings include frogfish, French angelfish, great barracuda, Indian lionfish, spotted moray, Caribbean spiny lobster, wrasses, Caribbean sharpnose puffer, groupers, Caribbean ocean surgeonfish, porcupinefish, and bigeyes. Stonefish are present as a hazard. Access is by boat, and facilities include air fills, equipment rental, and parking.
16.29500, -61.80280
Discover this spot at the foot of the cliff.
Accessible via boat from the Tropicalsub diving center in Deshaies.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-16m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Apr, Dec
Divers regularly encounter purple sea fans and giant feather-duster worms. Uncommon species recorded include frogfish, French angelfish, great barracuda, Indian lionfish, spotted moray, Caribbean spiny lobster, wrasses, Caribbean sharpnose puffer, groupers, Caribbean ocean surgeonfish, porcupinefish, and bigeyes.
Yes, Pointe aux Fous is suitable for beginner divers, with mild currents and depths ranging from 6 to 16 metres.
The depth at Pointe aux Fous ranges from 6 to 16 metres, with an average depth of 11 metres.
Access to Pointe aux Fous is by boat only.
The best months for diving at this site are April and December.
Diving at Pointe aux Fous in Deshaies requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Pointe aux Fous in Deshaies. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Pointe aux Fous in Deshaies. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Divers at Pointe aux Fous in Deshaies should be aware of stonefish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Pointe aux Fous in Deshaies typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.