

Best for beginner divers, Up to 14m, boat entry, mild current.
La Cité is a shallow reef site located off Saint-François, Guadeloupe, with a maximum depth of 14 metres. The site features a reef structure suitable for beginners to practise buoyancy and observation skills. Access is by boat only, and divers should expect mild currents, though conditions can vary. Water temperatures remain between 27 and 30C throughout the year. Hazards include sharp coral, sea urchins, and jellyfish; full exposure protection is recommended. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, whiptail stingrays, blue tangs, Caribbean ocean surgeonfish, rock beauty, spotted moray, great barracuda, fairy basslet, Caribbean spiny lobster, lettuce sea slug, foureye butterfly fish, rock cod, Spanish hogfish, and flamingo tongue.
16.23920, -61.25430
Check visibility conditions before heading out, as it varies and can affect the quality of your dive significantly. Wear full exposure protection to guard against jellyfish contact and avoid resting on the reef to protect both yourself and the coral.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 14m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, whiptail stingrays, blue tangs, Caribbean ocean surgeonfish, rock beauty, spotted moray, great barracuda, fairy basslet, Caribbean spiny lobster, lettuce sea slug, foureye butterfly fish, rock cod, Spanish hogfish, and flamingo tongue.
Yes, La Cité is suitable for beginners, though an Open Water certification is required for diving.
The site reaches a maximum depth of 14 metres.
La Cité is accessible by boat only.
Water temperatures range from 27C to 30C throughout the year.
Diving at La cité in Saint-François requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at La cité in Saint-François. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit La cité in Saint-François are February, March, April, May, June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at La cité in Saint-François should be aware of jellyfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.