

Best for beginner divers, 7-25m, boat entry, mild current.
Pointe Malendure is a reef and drift dive site situated 1300 metres offshore within the Pigeon Islands of the Réserve Cousteau. The site offers depths ranging from 7 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Divers can expect mild currents, though strong currents are a potential hazard. Visibility at this location typically spans 15 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, fluctuating between 27C and 30C. Access to this site is exclusively by boat. It is suitable for beginner divers looking to explore the reef topography of the Guadeloupe region.
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The fish populations here are accustomed to human presence due to the no-fishing rules of the reserve.
Malendure beach is the departure point for the boat ride to the reserve.
Recorded at this site
Depth
7-25m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Dec
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The site has a depth range of 7 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Access to Pointe Malendure is by boat only, as it is located 1300 metres from the shore.
The best months for diving at this site are May and December.
While currents are generally mild, strong currents can occur at this site.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Pointe Malendure in Bouillante. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Pointe Malendure in Bouillante typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Pointe Malendure in Bouillante typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.