

Best for beginner divers, 2-30m, boat entry, mild current.
La Baleine at Pointe de Burgos offers a varied underwater topography featuring a reef and a drop-off that descends to 30 metres. This site is accessible only by boat and is suitable for beginners, with average depths around 20 metres. Divers encounter mild currents, making it a location for drift diving. Marine life recorded at this site includes Indian Lionfish, wrasses, Foureye Butterfly Fish, Redband Parrotfish, groupers, Blue Tang, soldierfish, lizardfish, French Grunts, and other grunts. Visibility typically ranges from 8 to 25 metres, and night diving is permitted. A standard dive duration is approximately 45 minutes, with water temperatures remaining between 27C and 30C throughout the year.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 30m
Visibility
8-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Divers can observe Indian Lionfish, wrasses, Foureye Butterfly Fish, Redband Parrotfish, groupers, Blue Tang, soldierfish, lizardfish, French Grunts, and various other grunts.
Yes, La Baleine is suitable for beginners, though it is a boat-only dive site located 1000 metres from the shore.
The site ranges from 2 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 20 metres.
The site is primarily used for diving and requires boat access, with depths reaching up to 30 metres.
Access to La Baleine is by boat only, as it is situated 1000 metres from the shore.
Diving at La Baleine in Fort-de-France requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at La Baleine in Fort-de-France. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
La Baleine in Fort-de-France typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at La Baleine in Fort-de-France typically ranges from 8 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.