Vieux-Fort Lighthouse

Sheltered coral reef with abundant Caribbean life near volcanic cliffs.

Shore Access
6m Avg Depth
12m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Vieux-Fort Lighthouse, is located at the foot of volcanic cliffs, offering a beautiful and well-preserved coral reef. It provides divers with an iconic landscape, both above and below the water, with stunning views of the Saintes archipelago. The site's sheltered nature makes for calm conditions, allowing for easy navigation along the vibrant reef structures.

The reef is teeming with diverse marine life, characteristic of Caribbean shallows. Divers can expect to encounter a wide variety of tropical fish, alongside more unique inhabitants such as frogfish and triggerfish, indicating excellent opportunities for macro photography.

This dive site is suitable for year-round visits, especially appealing to beginners, snorkelers, and freedivers due to its shallow maximum depth and rich biodiversity. Divers should keep an eye out for the elusive frogfish nestled within the coral formations.

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Plan Your Visit

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Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Shallow depth, sheltered conditions, and abundant marine life make it ideal for new divers and snorkelers.

Current Strength:

Mild

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