

Best for beginner divers, 0-25m, shore entry, mild current.
La Crique Abricot at Cap Salomon is a shore-entry site featuring a mix of reef and seagrass habitats. The topography extends from the surface to an average depth of 10 metres, with the reef reaching 25 metres. Divers encounter a variety of marine life including French Angelfish, Stoplight Parrotfish, groupers, and Cushion Sea Stars. Other species present include wrasses, Smooth Trunkfish, Pacific Trumpetfish, and Snake Eels. Beginners benefit from mild currents, though caution is required regarding sharp coral and rocks on the bottom. Water temperatures range from 27 to 30 degrees Celsius. Visibility varies, so conditions on the day determine the experience.
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Look for small piles of dead shells at the entrance of holes to find the common octopus.
The site is reached by a 7-minute boat ride from the Alpha Plongée centre at Grande Anse d'Arlet.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Divers regularly encounter French Angelfish, Stoplight Parrotfish, groupers, and Cushion Sea Stars. Other species recorded include wrasses, Smooth Trunkfish, Pacific Trumpetfish, and Snake Eels.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and the ability to explore shallow areas starting from the surface.
The reef ranges from the surface down to 25 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
La Crique Abricot is a shore-entry site.
Sharp coral and rocks are present on the bottom, so divers should watch where they place their hands and fins to avoid injury.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at La Crique Abricot in Les Anses-d'Arlet. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
La Crique Abricot in Les Anses-d'Arlet typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.