Banc de Chicharvel Suggest edit

France Suggest · Nouvelle-Aquitaine Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

18.0–24.0 °CWater (summer)

10.0–14.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Banc de Chicharvel is a notable dive site located off the Basque Coast in Aquitaine, known for its diverse marine life and underwater topography. The site features rocky formations and sandy bottoms, providing a habitat for various species.

Diving at Banc de Chicharvel offers opportunities to explore underwater rock formations and observe a variety of marine species. Divers can expect to encounter schools of fish, crustaceans, and possibly some larger pelagic species depending on the season.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 18.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 10.0–14.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rocky sandy Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting conditions are during mid-morning; use wide-angle lenses for capturing marine life.

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