Île Royale

Sheltered, shallow snorkeling spot with diverse marine life despite poor visibility.

Shore Access
1m Avg Depth
3m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Anse Legoff on the north coast of Île Royale, is renowned as French Guiana's premier snorkeling location. It offers a sheltered environment with shallow rocky beds, making it easily navigable for all skill levels. While visibility is notoriously variable and often extremely low, the site provides a unique opportunity to encounter local marine life in a protected setting.

The shallow waters of Anse Legoff are home to a variety of fish species, including spadefish, porkfish, and snappers. Divers and snorkelers may also be lucky enough to spot turtles gracefully navigating the rocky seafloor. The site's diverse underwater life thrives within its unique shallow ecosystem.

The best time to visit this tropical site generally aligns with calmer sea conditions to maximize visibility, though it remains highly unpredictable. Due to its shallow depth, Anse Legoff is ideally suited for snorkeling and freediving, offering easy access to marine encounters without the need for extensive dive gear. It's recommended to check local conditions for visibility before planning a visit.

DivingFreedivingSnorkeling

Plan Your Visit

beginner friendlysnorkelingfreedivingturtlerocky reefshallowvariable visibility

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Extremely shallow (3m max) and sheltered, making it ideal for beginners and snorkelers.

Hazards:
variable visibilitysharp rock
Current Strength:

Mild

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