

Best for beginner divers, 8-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Le Canon in Sainte-Anne, Guadeloupe, features a combination of natural and artificial reef structures. Ranging from 8 to 20 metres in depth, the site is suitable for beginner divers due to its mild currents. Divers can observe a variety of marine life, including snails, which are very common, alongside uncommon sightings of Spanish Dancer, sea slugs, and sea hares. Rarer encounters include frogfish, Christmas tree worms, and brain coral. Water temperatures remain between 27 and 30C throughout the year. Divers should maintain good buoyancy to avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks, which pose a hazard at this site. Access is by boat only, and visibility can shift significantly.
16.44370, -61.54110
Check visibility conditions with your dive operator before booking, as it can shift considerably at this site. Take extra care to maintain good buoyancy throughout the dive, as the sharp coral and rock edges can cause cuts if you brush against them.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
8-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Divers frequently record snails, which are very common. Uncommon species include Spanish Dancer, sea slugs, and sea hares. Rarer sightings include frogfish, Neptunazurea kempfi, lettuce sea slugs, Christmas tree worms, T-bar swallowtail, Atlantic anemone, soldierfish, shrimp, brain coral, and hermit crabs.
Yes, Le Canon is suitable for beginners due to its manageable depth of 8 to 20 metres and mild currents.
The site features depths ranging from 8 to 20 metres.
Le Canon is a boat-only dive site; you must enter the water from a boat.
The primary hazards are sharp coral and rocks, which can cause cuts if you brush against them. Divers should also be aware of potential strong currents and swell.
Diving at Le Canon in Port-Louis requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Le Canon in Port-Louis. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Le Canon in Port-Louis typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.