This dive site, La passe l’Ermitage, is located along the reef barrier and offers a diverse range of underwater landscapes including sandy bottoms, gravel beds, and coral plateaus. It's a fascinating environment to explore, featuring formations such as faults, tunnels, and caves. The depth ranges from 6 meters to 25 meters, making it accessible for open-water divers. You may encounter turtles, eagle rays, or stingrays, along with a plentiful population of colorful coral fish. This dive site provides an engaging experience for all levels.
Passe de L'ermitage
Diverse reef dive with tunnels, caves, rays, and turtles.
Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
25m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Blue-Barred Parrotfish
Surgeonfish
Southern Eagle Ray
Spotted Eagle Ray
Turtle
Southern Stingray
Hawksbill Turtle
Common Stingray
Butterflyfish
Moray Eel
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
The depth range (6-25m) suits both new and experienced divers, with varied topography for all.
Hazards:
currentboat trafficoverhead environments
Current Strength:
Moderate
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