

Best for intermediate divers, 15-50m, boat entry, moderate current.
Le Grand Bleu in Sainte-Anne is a wall and drop-off site that descends to 50 metres. This drift dive features a moderate current and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. Due to the depth and potential for nitrogen narcosis, it is suited for intermediate divers with Advanced Open Water certification. The site requires boat access. Water temperatures remain between 26 and 29 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Divers should monitor their depth closely along the wall to avoid unintended descents. Species recorded around this area include Spanish Dancer, frogfish, Brazilian Reef Octopus, French Angelfish, T-bar Swallowtail, wrasses, sea slugs, Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish, Lettuce Sea Slug, Gold Line Sea Goddess, Christmas Tree Worm, Blue Tang, Flamingo Tongue, and Hilton's Aeolid.
16.40580, -61.53520
Monitor your depth carefully on the wall, as the drop-off makes it easy to descend further than planned without noticing. Check locally for current boat operators and updated facility information before your trip.
The centre is located on Sandy Bay beach.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
15-50m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Species recorded around this area include Spanish Dancer, frogfish, Brazilian Reef Octopus, French Angelfish, T-bar Swallowtail, wrasses, sea slugs, Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish, Lettuce Sea Slug, Gold Line Sea Goddess, Christmas Tree Worm, Blue Tang, Flamingo Tongue, and Hilton's Aeolid.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers. Advanced Open Water certification is required due to the depth and the nature of the drift dive.
The site features a wall and drop-off that reaches depths of 50 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Le Grand Bleu is accessible by boat only.
This site is designed for scuba diving, particularly given the depth and drift conditions.
Diving at Le Grand Bleu in Coxen Hole requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Le Grand Bleu in Coxen Hole. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
Expect moderate currents at Le Grand Bleu in Coxen Hole. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Le Grand Bleu in Coxen Hole typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.