

Best for beginner divers, 15-28m, boat entry.
Jardin des pirates is a reef site located within the Saint-Gilles Marine Reserve, offering depths between 15 and 28 metres. Accessible by boat, this site is suitable for beginner divers looking to practise buoyancy in varying current conditions. The water temperature remains between 24 and 28 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Divers frequently encounter wrasses, Moorish idols, and melon butterflyfish. Other species recorded at the site include the snowflake moray, bird wrasse, Guineafowl puffer, palenose parrotfish, Valentini pufferfish, vagabond butterflyfish, rock cod, lagoon triggerfish, masked bannerfish, yellow boxfish, and elongate clam. Visibility can be variable, so it is recommended to check current conditions with your dive operator before departure.
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Check visibility and current conditions with your dive operator before heading out, as both can shift and will affect how much you get out of the dive. Facilities are not confirmed at this site, so sort any equipment and refreshments before you leave shore.
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No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-28m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Water Temp
24-28°C
Divers regularly encounter wrasses, Moorish idols, and melon butterflyfish. Other species recorded at the site include snowflake morays, Guineafowl puffers, palenose parrotfish, Valentini pufferfish, vagabond butterflyfish, rock cod, lagoon triggerfish, masked bannerfish, yellow boxfish, and elongate clams.
Yes, Jardin des pirates is suited to newly certified divers, offering a manageable depth range and the opportunity to practise buoyancy in varying currents.
The reef extends into depths ranging from 15 to 28 metres, allowing divers to choose their depth based on their comfort level.
Jardin des pirates is accessed by boat.
Water temperatures range from 24 to 28 degrees Celsius, with the warmest months being February, March, and April at 28 degrees Celsius.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Jardin des pirates in Saint-Leu. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 28°C.