

Best for beginner divers, 8-19m, boat entry, mild current.
Libertalia is a reef site located 1000 metres off the coast of Saint-François, Guadeloupe. The reef structure ranges from 8 to 19 metres in depth, making it suitable for beginner divers. Divers experience mild currents and water temperatures between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius. Visibility typically spans 10 to 25 metres. Access is strictly by boat, requiring entry and exit over the side. Hazards include heavy boat traffic, sharp coral, and sea urchins in shallower sections. Divers should maintain controlled buoyancy to avoid contact with the reef. The site also features swim-throughs, which require specific overhead environment training to enter safely.
16.24110, -61.20530
Boat access means you will be entering and exiting over the side, so confirm your operator's preferred entry method before you gear up. Sea urchins are common along the shallower sections of the reef, so boots and controlled buoyancy will save you from an uncomfortable encounter.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
8-19m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for newly certified divers, offering a comfortable depth range and mild currents.
The reef structure is located between 8 and 19 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
No, Libertalia is located 1000 metres from the shore and requires boat access.
Yes, the site is open to both diving and snorkelling activities.
Divers should remain alert for heavy boat traffic, sea urchins, and sharp coral. Proper buoyancy control is essential to avoid injury.
Diving at Libertalia in Saint-François requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Libertalia in Saint-François. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Libertalia in Saint-François. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Libertalia in Saint-François typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Libertalia in Saint-François typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.