

Best for beginner divers, 8-35m, boat entry, mild current.
Rivière Claire, located off Anse Dufour and Anse Noire, features a combination of shallow reef and a drop-off descending to 35 metres. This site is suitable for beginners, with mild currents and visibility ranging from 25 to 40 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent between 27C and 30C throughout the year. Access is exclusively by boat, requiring prior charter arrangements. Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Great Barracuda, Spotted Moray, Chain Moray, Rock Beauty, Indian Lionfish, Flying Gurnard, Queen Angelfish, Spotted Scorpionfish, Fairy Basslet, wrasses, groupers, Rock Cod, and Snake Eel.
14.77050, -61.20030
Access is by boat only, so arrange your charter in advance and confirm what gear is included. Because this site dives well year-round, shoulder season bookings are easier to secure and the boats are less crowded.
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No known hazards
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
8-35m
Visibility
25-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Great Barracuda, Spotted Moray, Chain Moray, Rock Beauty, Indian Lionfish, Flying Gurnard, Queen Angelfish, Spotted Scorpionfish, Fairy Basslet, wrasses, groupers, Rock Cod, and Snake Eel.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and the ability to choose your depth along the reef and drop-off.
The site features a reef and drop-off that descends to a maximum depth of 35 metres.
Rivière Claire is accessible by boat only. You should arrange your charter in advance and confirm what equipment is included.
While the site is primarily a dive location with depths reaching 35 metres, the shallow reef sections may be accessible depending on your comfort and the boat operator's policies.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Rivière Claire in Saint-Pierre. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Rivière Claire in Saint-Pierre typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Rivière Claire in Saint-Pierre typically ranges from 25 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.