

Best for beginner divers, 9m, boat entry, mild current.
Tico is a reef dive site located 1500 metres off the coast of Terre-de-Haut in Guadeloupe. This site is suitable for beginners, featuring a consistent depth of approximately 9 metres. Access to the reef is by boat only. Divers can expect mild currents throughout the year. Water temperatures at the site range from 27C to 30C, with the warmest conditions occurring in September. As a shallow reef environment, it provides a straightforward profile for those looking to explore the local marine topography.
15.87720, -61.34390
The site is best dived when current is less intense.
Located in the channel between Guadeloupe and Iles des Saintes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
9m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with an average depth of 9 metres and mild currents.
Access to Tico is by boat only, as the site is located 1500 metres from the shore.
The average depth at this reef site is 9 metres.
While the site is primarily used for diving, its shallow 9-metre depth may be accessible for snorkelling depending on boat support and local conditions.
Diving at Tico in Terre-de-Haut requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Tico in Terre-de-Haut. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Tico in Terre-de-Haut are January, February, March, April, May, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Tico in Terre-de-Haut typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.