L'Arche du Lion de Mer Suggest edit

France Suggest · Provence-Alpes-CÃ´te d'Azur Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

45 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

22.0–26.0 °CWater (summer)

14.0–18.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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L'Arche du Lion de Mer is a popular dive site located in the Mediterranean waters near Saint Raphael, known for its stunning underwater rock formations and diverse marine life. The site features an archway that divers can swim through, making it a visually appealing destination.

Divers can expect to explore rocky outcrops and swim through the arch, encountering a variety of fish species and possibly some larger marine animals. The underwater topography provides interesting features for exploration.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 22.0–26.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 14.0–18.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rock sand reef Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting during mid-morning; bring a wide-angle lens for arch shots.

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