

Best for intermediate divers, 15-21m, boat entry, mild current.
Le Sournois is a boat-access reef and artificial reef site located near Îlot Amédée. Divers typically explore depths between 15 and 21 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. The site features a mild current, making it suitable for intermediate divers, though conditions can change, requiring careful planning of drift directions. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres. The topography includes sharp coral and rock structures, necessitating good buoyancy control. Night dives are available at this location. Local operators provide boat charters, guided tours, equipment rental, and air fills to support diving activities.
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Current can strengthen with little warning, so confirm conditions with your charter operator before descending and plan your drift direction early. The site is boat-access only, with air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours available through local operators.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
15-21m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-27°C
Current
Mild
The reef structure supports a variety of reef fish, including harlequin sweetlips, rock cod, wrasses, and yellowfin goatfish.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the potential for strengthening currents and the need for precise buoyancy control around sharp coral.
The site ranges from 15 to 21 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Le Sournois is a boat-access only site; boat charters are required to reach the location.
The site is primarily managed as a dive location with depths starting at 15 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Le Sournois in Noumea requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Le Sournois in Noumea. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Le Sournois in Noumea. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 27°C.
Le Sournois in Noumea typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Le Sournois in Noumea typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.