

Best for beginner divers, 10-50m, boat entry, mild current.
La Caye Philippeau is a boat-access reef and wall site located off Sainte-Luce, Martinique. The topography features a reef top starting at 10 metres that transitions into a wall descending to 50 metres. This site is suitable for beginners due to mild currents, though deeper sections require appropriate experience. Water temperatures remain consistent between 27 and 29 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Visibility can vary, so local operators should be consulted for current conditions. Night diving is also available at this location. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, blue tang, parrotfish, angelfish, moray eels, and scorpionfish.
14.45490, -60.94290
Check with your local dive operator before heading out, as visibility can vary significantly and they will know current conditions. Night diving is an option here, so ask about that if you want to see how the reef behaves after dark.
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No known hazards
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
10-50m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, blue tang, redband, striped, and stoplight parrotfish, queen and french angelfish, spotted and chain moray eels, spotted scorpionfish, indian lionfish, and brazilian reef octopus.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners as it features mild currents and a reef top starting at 10 metres.
The site ranges from 10 metres on the reef top down to 50 metres along the wall.
This is a boat-access site, and a boat is required to reach the location.
Yes, night diving is an option at La Caye Philippeau.
Diving at La Caye Philippeau in Sainte-Luce requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at La Caye Philippeau in Sainte-Luce. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
La Caye Philippeau in Sainte-Luce typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.