

Best for beginner divers, 5-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Caye des Boucaniers is a reef located 500 metres off the coast of Sainte-Luce, Martinique. Accessible only by boat, this site features depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres with an average of 12 metres. Divers and snorkellers encounter moderate currents and visibility between 10 and 25 metres. Marine life includes common sightings of wrasses, blue tang, foureye butterfly fish, and various parrotfish species such as striped, stoplight, and redband. Less frequently, visitors may spot Indian lionfish, peacock flounder, cushion sea stars, and rock cod. The site is suitable for beginners, though surf conditions and currents require careful attention. Water temperatures remain between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
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This site is a great coral reef in the middle of St. Anne's Bay known for its variety of sponges.
Accessible by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
May, Dec
You will regularly encounter wrasses, blue tang, foureye butterfly fish, and parrotfish including striped, stoplight, and redband varieties. Other species recorded include the Indian lionfish, peacock flounder, cushion sea star, and rock cod.
Yes, the shallower sections of the reef are suitable for new open-water divers. However, be aware of the moderate current and potential surf.
The depth ranges from 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
This is a boat-only site located 500 metres from the shore. Boat charters are required to reach the reef.
Yes, the site is open to both diving and snorkelling activities.
May and December offer the most settled conditions for diving and snorkelling.
Diving at Caye des Boucaniers in Sainte-Anne requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Caye des Boucaniers in Sainte-Anne. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Divers at Caye des Boucaniers in Sainte-Anne should be aware of lionfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Expect moderate currents at Caye des Boucaniers in Sainte-Anne. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Caye des Boucaniers in Sainte-Anne typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.