Le Tombant du Planier Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

40Max dive depth

40.0 mSite max depth

10.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

20.0–26.0 °CWater (summer)

12.0–16.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Le Tombant du Planier is a renowned dive site located near the Planier Island in the Mediterranean Sea, close to Marseille. This site features dramatic underwater cliffs and a rich marine biodiversity, making it a popular destination for divers.

Divers can explore steep drop-offs, rocky formations, and vibrant marine life including various fish species and possibly even larger pelagics. The underwater landscape is characterized by both vertical walls and sandy bottoms.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 20.0–26.0 °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 Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Bring a wide-angle lens for capturing the underwater cliffs and marine life.

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