

Best for beginner divers, 12-14m, boat entry.
Gorgone is a marine dive site located in Bourail, New Caledonia. The site features a consistent depth range between 12 and 14 metres, with an average depth of 13 metres. Conditions at this location vary throughout the year, with water temperatures ranging from 23C to 28C. Given the shallow depth profile, the site is suitable for beginner divers. Records for this location date back to 1997. Divers should be prepared for variable conditions typical of this coastal area.
-21.35250, 165.01100
The site is located north of the baie de Santal.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
12-14m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-28°C
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth range of 12 to 14 metres.
The average depth at this site is 13 metres.
Water temperatures range from 23C in August and September to 28C in February and March.
Yes, Gorgone in Lifou is a boat-access-only dive site. You will need to book with a local dive operator or charter a boat to reach it.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Gorgone in Lifou. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Gorgone in Lifou are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Gorgone in Lifou should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.