

Best for beginner divers, 10-17m, shore & boat entry.
Cap La Houssaye is a volcanic rock cape forming a sheltered area south of Saint-Gilles-les-Bains. Unlike the island's shallow lagoons, this site features dramatic rocky ridges and drop-offs covered with hard corals. Depths range from 10 to 17 metres with visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Divers and snorkellers can encounter species including the Peacock Mantis Shrimp, Emperor Angelfish, Spotfin Lionfish, and Day Octopus. Rarer sightings include the Giant Frogfish, Spanish Dancer, Robust Ghost Pipefish, and Spotted Eagle Ray. Access is available via both shore and boat, making it suitable for beginners.
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Snorkel or dive from the shore to spot turtles.
Located in Saint-Paul on the west coast of Reunion Island, accessible by car via the Maido road.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-17m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
24-28°C
Current
None
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Divers and snorkellers can observe Peacock Mantis Shrimp, Emperor Angelfish, Spotfin Lionfish, Indian Lionfish, Turkey Moray, and Day Octopus. Rarer species recorded here include the Giant Frogfish, Spanish Dancer, Robust Ghost Pipefish, Spotted Eagle Ray, Clown Triggerfish, Leaf Scorpionfish, and Titan Triggerfish.
Yes, Cap La Houssaye is suitable for beginners.
The depth at Cap La Houssaye ranges from 10 to 17 metres.
Yes, this site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling.
Access to Cap La Houssaye is possible via both shore and boat.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Cap La Houssaye in Saint-Paul. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Cap La Houssaye in Saint-Paul are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Visibility at Cap La Houssaye in Saint-Paul typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.