

Best for beginner divers, 10-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Lemon Beach, located on the Cachal Reef and Shoals, offers a diverse underwater environment combining natural reef, artificial structures, and seagrass beds. Divers can explore this site at depths between 10 and 20 metres. The area is accessible only by boat and features mild currents, making it suitable for beginner divers. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres, so carrying a torch is recommended to highlight details within the reef structures. Water temperatures remain consistent, ranging from 27 to 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Due to the boat-based entry, divers should remain alert for surface traffic and manage buoyancy carefully around the artificial reef sections.
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Visibility can be low and variable, so carry a torch even on daytime dives to pick out detail in the reef structure and around the artificial reef sections. Facilities are unconfirmed, so confirm water, weights, and any equipment hire directly with your boat operator before departure.
The site is inaccessible by land. One must hire a fishing boat from either Balan or Piatre in the Baie de l'Acul. The boat ride takes 20-30 minutes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-20m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild current and manageable depth range of 10 to 20 metres.
Access to this site is by boat only; you must arrange transport with a local boat operator.
Visibility at Lemon Beach is generally between 5 and 10 metres.
The main hazards include low visibility and the risk of entanglement with artificial reef structures. Divers should also remain alert for boat traffic when surfacing.
Diving at Lemon Beach in Balan or Piatre requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Lemon Beach in Balan or Piatre. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Lemon Beach in Balan or Piatre has depths ranging from 10 metres to 20 metres.