Le Jardin de gorgones Suggest edit

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

☆☆☆☆☆

IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–25.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

45 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

22.0–26.0 °CWater (summer)

12.0–16.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

Suggest edit

Le Jardin de gorgones is a stunning dive site located in the Mediterranean waters near Marseille, known for its vibrant underwater gardens of gorgonian corals. The site features diverse marine life and beautiful rock formations, making it a popular spot for divers.

Divers can explore the rich biodiversity of the area, with opportunities to see various fish species, crustaceans, and the unique gorgonian corals that give the site its name. The dive typically involves navigating through rocky outcrops and enjoying the colorful marine ecosystem.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–25.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 22.0–26.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 12.0–16.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

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

Photo tips

Suggest edit

Best lighting conditions are during midday; focus on gorgonians and marine life.

Location

Underwater Moments at Le Jardin de gorgones

No photos for this dive site yet.

☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Rate this divesite

Logged dives at this site

Current Weather

Loading weather...

Last 7 Days

Loading history...

Important safety note

Information on ScubaSnap.app may be user-provided or aggregated from sources such as AI, Wikipedia, and search results. It is not guaranteed to be safe, accurate, or current. Always verify locally and dive within your training.

The information has been compiled with the utmost care but may contain errors. Always do your own research and consult local dive operators/centers.