

Best for beginner divers, 10-15m, shore & boat entry.
Le Chien is a shallow reef dive located off Cap La Houssaye, Reunion. The site features depths between 10 and 15 metres and is accessible by both shore and boat. With minimal current, it provides a relaxed environment suitable for beginner divers to practise buoyancy. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres, allowing for clear observation of the reef structure. Water temperatures remain between 24 and 28 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Night diving is available at this location, offering manageable conditions for less experienced divers. An on-site dive shop provides equipment and guided dive services.
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The site dives well year-round, but night diving is available here and the lack of current makes after-dark dives particularly manageable for less experienced divers. Check with the on-site dive shop about night dive scheduling and whether a guide is included.
The center is based at the Port de plaisance de Saint-Gilles les Bains.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-15m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
24-28°C
Current
None
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the lack of current and manageable depths.
The site features depths ranging from 10 to 15 metres.
Le Chien is accessible by both shore and boat.
Yes, night diving is available at this site, and the lack of current makes it particularly manageable for less experienced divers.
Water temperatures range from 24 to 28 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Le chien in Saint-Gilles-les-Bains. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Le chien in Saint-Gilles-les-Bains are June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.