This dive site, Fourchue Island, is a vibrant coral garden situated within a protected bay, just a 15-minute boat ride from Gustavia. It offers easy navigation due to its calm conditions and relatively shallow depths, making it an ideal destination for divers of all experience levels. The site is part of a true island sanctuary, contributing to its untouched natural beauty and creating a serene underwater environment.
The underwater landscape is a rich tapestry of colors, dominated by magnificent coral formations that host a diverse array of reef fish. A major highlight is the frequent presence of many sea turtles, often seen gracefully swimming among the corals. The island itself is also a sanctuary for seabirds like gannets and frigatebirds, which can be observed from the surface.
The site is suitable for diving year-round, with the protected bay offering consistently pleasant conditions. Its shallow average depth of 8 meters makes it perfectly suited for both scuba diving and freediving, allowing ample bottom time to explore the vibrant coral garden and observe the resident turtles. Snorkelers will also find this site highly rewarding due to its clear waters and abundant marine life close to the surface.
