

Best for beginner divers, 6-17m, boat entry, mild current.
Grotte aux Couleurs, located off Cap Salomon, offers a diverse underwater experience combining a shallow reef, a swim-through cave, and a drop-off. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 6 to 17 metres and an average depth of 12 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility between 15 and 30 metres, allowing for clear exploration of the cave interior. Access is by boat, and the site is also available for night diving. Facilities at the departure point include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station, with air fills and guided tours provided by the local dive shop.
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The site also runs as a night dive, and the cave section rewards a revisit after dark when nocturnal reef life becomes active. Facilities at the departure point include showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station, so pack your gear bag accordingly and you can leave kit clean before the drive home.
Access is provided by boat from the Anse Mitan pontoon.
No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-17m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners and Open Water certified divers, with mild currents and a manageable depth range.
The site ranges from 6 to 17 metres in depth, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Access to Grotte aux Couleurs is by boat only.
Yes, the site is open for night diving, which allows for the observation of nocturnal activity within the cave section.
Diving at Grotte aux Couleurs in Les Anses-d'Arlet requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Grotte aux Couleurs in Les Anses-d'Arlet. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Grotte aux Couleurs in Les Anses-d'Arlet are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Grotte aux Couleurs in Les Anses-d'Arlet typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Grotte aux Couleurs in Les Anses-d'Arlet typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.