

Best for beginner divers, 2-19m, boat entry, mild current.
Life Reef is a marine site located 1000 metres off the coast of Saint-François, Guadeloupe. The reef topography ranges from 2 metres to 19 metres in depth, with an average of 10 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Access is by boat only. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 25 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius. The site features wreck structures and swim-throughs, requiring careful buoyancy control to avoid contact. Night diving is permitted at this location. Divers should maintain a respectful distance from marine life and avoid touching the reef or sandy bottom.
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Give any nurse sharks, stingrays, and moray eels a respectful distance and avoid placing hands on the reef or sandy bottom where animals may be resting. Boat access is required, so book with a local dive shop in advance as they also handle air fills.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 19m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners as the reef depth ranges from 2 to 19 metres, allowing divers to remain in shallower sections.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 1000 metres from the shore. You should book with a local dive shop in Saint-François in advance.
Yes, the site supports both diving and snorkelling activities.
The reef depth ranges from 2 to 19 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Divers should maintain proper buoyancy control to avoid entanglement or contact with the wreck structure and swim-throughs. Additionally, maintain a respectful distance from any marine life encountered.
Diving at Life Reef in Saint-François requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Life Reef in Saint-François. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Life Reef in Saint-François are February, March, April, May, June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Life Reef in Saint-François typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Life Reef in Saint-François typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.