

Best for intermediate divers, 10-70m, boat entry, strong current.
Passe de Mato is a drift dive located within the Amédée Marine Reserve. This site features a deep passage with depths ranging from 10 to 70 metres. The defining characteristic is the strong current, which requires intermediate to advanced skills and precise buoyancy control. Visibility typically spans 10 to 30 metres, allowing for observation of the reef structure as divers are carried through the passage. Access is by boat only. Water temperatures remain between 22 and 24 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Divers should be aware of significant depths and moderate to strong currents, and remain vigilant regarding boat traffic during surface intervals.
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Time your entry to coincide with an incoming current so it works with you through the passage rather than against you. Confirm current predictions with your boat operator before the dive, as flow can change quickly and conditions vary even within the same day.
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Depth
10-70m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-24°C
Current
Strong
No, this site is intended for intermediate to advanced divers due to the strong currents and significant depths ranging from 10 to 70 metres.
Access to Passe de Mato is by boat only. It is recommended to confirm current predictions with your boat operator before the dive.
The site experiences strong currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures range from 22 to 24 degrees Celsius.
Hazards include significant depths, strong currents, and potential boat traffic. Divers should remain vigilant during ascents and surface intervals.
This site is a drift dive through a deep passage with depths up to 70 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Passe de Mato in Noumea requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Passe de Mato in Noumea. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 24°C.