

Best for beginner divers, 5-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Sharky is a combined natural and artificial reef located 1000 metres off the coast of Saint-François, Guadeloupe. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 20 metres with an average of 12 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Visibility typically spans 15 to 25 metres, supported by mild currents and water temperatures between 27 and 30C. Divers should remain aware of their surroundings due to the presence of sharks. Species recorded around this area include great barracuda, spotted moray, nurse shark, Brazilian reef octopus, whiptail stingray, wrasses, smooth trunkfish, mutton snapper, blue tang, boxfish, Caribbean ocean surgeonfish, peacock flounder, Caribbean sharpnose puffer, and groupers.
16.26210, -61.10110
As an Open Water certification is the minimum requirement and sharks are a noted hazard here, brief your group thoroughly before entry and confirm your dive operator's specific protocols for shark encounters. Check locally for current facility availability before heading out, as there are no confirmed amenities at the site.
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No known hazards
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-20m
Visibility
15-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Species recorded around this area include great barracuda, nurse sharks, whiptail stingrays, wrasses, and various reef fish such as blue tang and mutton snapper.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though an Open Water certification is the minimum requirement for diving here.
The depth ranges from 5 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Sharky is accessed by boat, located 1000 metres from the shore.
The site is primarily used for diving, and there is no information provided regarding suitability for snorkelling.
Diving at Sharky in Beauséjour requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Sharky in Beauséjour. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Sharky in Beauséjour typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sharky in Beauséjour typically ranges from 15 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.