

Best for intermediate divers, 30-40m, boat entry, mild current.
La grotte à Nono is a boat-access cave and reef site located in the Saint-Gilles Marine Reserve. The dive sits at depths between 30 and 40 metres, with an average depth of 35 metres. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres. As an overhead environment, the site requires precise buoyancy control to avoid contact with sharp coral and rock structures. While currents are generally mild, they can become strong, necessitating careful planning and consultation with local operators. This site is suitable for intermediate divers and is accessible for night dives. Facilities including equipment rental, air fills, and boat charters are available nearby in Saint-Gilles-les-Bains.
-21.15035, 55.27080
Given the depth and overhead environment, plan your gas and bottom time conservatively before the dive, not at the surface. Strong currents can push through even on days that look calm, so confirm conditions with the local dive operator before entry.
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Depth
30-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
This site is suitable for intermediate divers due to the depth and overhead environment.
The site ranges from 30 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 35 metres.
La grotte à Nono is a boat-access site; a boat is required to reach the location.
No, this is a deep cave and reef dive site not suitable for snorkelling.
Hazards include the overhead cave environment, sharp coral, and the potential for strong currents.
Diving at La grotte à Nono in Saint-Leu requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near La grotte à Nono in Saint-Leu. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at La grotte à Nono in Saint-Leu. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 28°C.
La grotte à Nono in Saint-Leu typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at La grotte à Nono in Saint-Leu typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.