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6 passengers

3.6 — based on 19 community signals
4.3 12 species 36 contributors

Year-round dive site in France with 12 documented species observations and active community engagement.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
BleachingRiskFamily-friendly

At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Bottlenose dolphin, Blacktip reef shark

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
10.4 kn
Wave
0.9 m
Water
27°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: E (39%)
Now: E (95°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.57m

Next: Low at 20:00 (+0.4m)

+0.9 m+0.4 m
▼ 20:00 · +0.4m ▲ 03:00 · +0.87m ▼ 09:00 · +0.39m ▲ 15:00 · +0.9m Now +0.6m
Fri 11Sat 12Sun 13Mon 14Tue 15Wed 16Thu 17
UV8.6 · very high Air PM2.54 · good 05:48 17:46
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-11 16.4 1.08 9 1mm
09-12 20.1 1.34 8 9mm
09-13 15 1.08 8 7mm
09-14 8.6 0.72 9 4mm
09-15 4.4 0.76 8 0mm
09-16 8 0.88 9 1mm
09-17 8.4 0.94 9 3mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions

About this spot

6 Passengers is a dive site located in France offering opportunities to explore marine life throughout the year. The site benefits from an engaged diving community that has documented 12 species observations, providing reliable insight into what you'll encounter underwater. Three community videos are available, giving you a real-world sense of conditions and marine activity before you plan your trip. The site is not within a Marine Protected Area, which means standard diving regulations apply. Current monitoring indicates coral bleaching status warrants attention, so diving responsibly and minimizing bottom contact is important here. Year-round accessibility makes this a flexible option for French diving itineraries, though specific seasonal variations in visibility, temperature, or marine life behavior should be confirmed with local operators before booking. The documented species list and video content from the diving community offer practical planning resources. Connect with local dive guides who know the site's current conditions, as factors like visibility and water temperature are best assessed through recent firsthand reports. This collaborative approach ensures you get accurate information and support responsible diving practices at the site.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Marine life

Bottlenose dolphinBlacktip reef shark

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/E/F · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌑 Moon New moon · 0%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 15017km · ~3454kg · €62

FAQ

When is the best time to dive 6 Passengers?

The site is accessible year-round. Local conditions vary seasonally, so contact dive operators in France for current visibility and water temperature data before your trip.

What is the difficulty level and depth?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not documented for this site. Consult local dive guides to assess whether conditions match your certification level and experience.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species have been documented at the site. Review the community videos and species list to identify what marine life is regularly observed. Local operators can provide seasonal variations.

Do I need permits or special access?

The site is not inside a Marine Protected Area, so standard diving regulations apply in France. Always check with local authorities and dive operators for current rules and requirements.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

6 passengers

0 km
Dive centre

Top Dive

0.8 km
Dive centre

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

The WORST Diving Accident in History - The Paria Diving Incident

Dr Ben Miles
💬 3 top comments
  • I usually try to leave a fun comment. I'm not going to here - this one feels like it needs to land without distraction.

    @DrBenMiles · 👍 2900
  • Always remember , your employer will let you die if it suits them .

    @telpusmusic · 👍 2200
  • That company deserves to go to hell for letting those poor men die in that pipe without trying to rescue them.

    @TheTransformationBodySwap01 · 👍 3900

Rangiroa - The Six Passengers Dive Center - Polynésie Française

MusesMedias
💬 1 top comments
  • Souvenirs....

    @hennyribbink7141 · 👍 0

The most gnarly Death Dives 2019!

Norway Live
💬 3 top comments
  • Dude with his hands behind his back won easily

    @anthonyanderson075 · 👍 734
  • I actually enjoy this more than regular diving.

    @MrDlt123 · 👍 954
  • Perfect sport. 10 minutes of practicing and then 0 training neeeeded. Just pure joy. P.S. forgot about bravery

    @maximolotov · 👍 233
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Aug (100/100) Worst: Feb (0/100) Now: Sep (67/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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