

Best for beginner divers, 2-6m, boat entry, mild current.
Lagon de Saint-François is a shallow marine site located 200 metres offshore in Saint-François, Guadeloupe. Featuring a mix of reef and seagrass habitats, the site offers depths between 2 and 6 metres, with an average of 4 metres. Visibility ranges from 5 to 15 metres, and water temperatures remain between 27 and 30C. Access is by boat only, and the site is suitable for beginners due to mild currents. Divers should maintain buoyancy to avoid reef contact and be prepared for surge during boat entry and exit. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish, Blue Tang, and various snapper and moray species.
16.25210, -61.25730
May and December are the best months to visit for optimal conditions. The site is boat-access only, but parking, showers, changing rooms, and air fills are all available nearby, so you can plan a comfortable full-day trip without needing to bring much beyond your kit.
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No known hazards
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 6m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
May, Dec
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish, Blue Tang, Mutton Snapper, Spotted Moray, and Flamingo Tongue.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth and mild currents.
The depth ranges from 2 to 6 metres, with an average depth of 4 metres.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling.
No, the site is boat-access only and requires a boat charter to reach.
May and December are the best months to visit for optimal conditions.
Diving at Lagon de Saint-François in Saint-François requires the following certifications: Plongeur DéButant. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Lagon de Saint-François in Saint-François. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Lagon de Saint-François in Saint-François typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Lagon de Saint-François in Saint-François typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.