

Best for beginner divers, 10-15m, boat entry, mild current.
Bouée Verte is a reef dive site located in Bourail, New Caledonia. The site features a depth range of 10 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. Access to the site is by boat only. Conditions are generally mild, with visibility ranging from 15 to 40 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 23C and 28C throughout the year. Divers should be aware of sharp coral present at the site. This location is suitable for beginner divers.
-21.40140, 164.94900
Confirm your return time with your skipper before they depart as there is no cell phone reception on the island to call for an earlier pickup.
Access is exclusively via boat from Poé Beach or La Roche Percée. Boats typically run on a rotation, dropping passengers off in the morning and collecting them in the afternoon.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-15m
Visibility
15-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-28°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
The site has a depth range of 10 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers.
Access to Bouée Verte is by boat only.
The site experiences mild currents and visibility between 15 and 40 metres.
Divers should be cautious of sharp coral.
Diving at Bouée Verte in Bourail requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Bouée Verte in Bourail. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Bouée Verte in Bourail are January, February, March, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.