

Best for intermediate divers, 4-16m, boat entry, mild current.
La Grotte Amedien is a cave and reef site located off Sainte-Anne, Guadeloupe. Divers explore an overhead environment combined with open reef topography at depths ranging from 4 to 16 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Access is by boat only. The site features mild currents, though surge and swell can impact navigation within the cave. Due to the overhead environment and potential for variable visibility, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Divers should carry both a primary and backup torch. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius.
16.49960, -61.48000
Turn off your lamps and look toward the exit while resting on the sand to see the blue Amédien effect.
Accessible only from June to October due to the exposure of the north coast.
Recorded at this site
Depth
4-16m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the overhead environment and potential for surge.
The site ranges from 4 to 16 metres in depth, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Access to La Grotte Amedien is by boat only.
The primary hazards include the overhead environment of the cave and the presence of surge and swell, which can affect navigation.
Diving at La Grotte Amedien in Port-Louis requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at La Grotte Amedien in Port-Louis. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit La Grotte Amedien in Port-Louis are June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
La Grotte Amedien in Port-Louis typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at La Grotte Amedien in Port-Louis typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.