

Best for beginner divers, 20-28m, boat entry, mild current.
Pain de Sucre is a reef dive located 1500 metres off the coast of Saint Barthelemy. The site features a reef structure that descends to depths between 20 and 28 metres, with shallower sections suitable for beginners. Divers experience mild currents and visibility ranging from 20 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, fluctuating between 27C and 30C. Access to this site requires a boat. Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Rock Beauty, Nurse Shark, Blue Tang, Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish, various wrasses, whiptail stingray, Pacific trumpetfish, foureye butterfly fish, stoplight parrotfish, queen parrotfish, and groupers.
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This is a boat-access site, so arrange your charter in advance and confirm departure times with your operator, as schedules can vary by season. Facilities are not guaranteed on-site, so sort out any equipment or refreshments before you leave the dock.
Accessible by boat from Gustavia harbor.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-28m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Rock Beauty, Nurse Shark, Blue Tang, Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish, wrasses, whiptail stingray, Pacific trumpetfish, foureye butterfly fish, stoplight parrotfish, queen parrotfish, and groupers.
Yes, the site is rated for beginners due to the mild currents and the ability to enjoy the shallower sections of the reef.
The reef structure reaches depths of 20 to 28 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
This is a boat-access site located 1500 metres from shore; you must arrange a charter in advance.
While the site is primarily a dive location with depths reaching 28 metres, the shallower sections of the reef may be accessible depending on your comfort level and boat operator policies.
Diving at Pain de Sucre in Gustavia requires the following certifications: PE40 Or Advanced PADI Minimum. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Pain de Sucre in Gustavia. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Divers at Pain de Sucre in Gustavia should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Pain de Sucre in Gustavia typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Pain de Sucre in Gustavia typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.