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Arroyo

4.0 — based on 22 community signals
4.2 12 species 28 contributors

Arroyo dive site near La Seyne-sur-Mer offers year-round access to Mediterranean diving with documented marine life and community exploration.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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At a glance

Activity
dive
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Common octopus

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
3 kn
Wave
0.8 m
Water
22.3°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: ESE (14%)
Now: ENE (58°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.24m

Next: Low at 06:00 (-0.56m)

+-0.4 m-0.7 m
▼ 06:00 · -0.56m ▼ 09:00 · -0.58m ▲ 14:00 · -0.5m ▼ 23:00 · -0.58m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.6 · mod Air PM2.54 · good 07:20 19:39
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 7.5 0.84 6 0mm
09-20 4.3 0.22 6 0mm
09-21 6.1 0.4 6 0mm
09-22 8.7 0.18 6 0mm
09-23 10.1 0.1 5 0mm
09-24 9 0.28 5 0mm
09-25 9.8 0.36 4 0mm

About this spot

Arroyo is a dive site located near La Seyne-sur-Mer in France, accessible for diving throughout the year. The site has generated interest within the diving community, with 12 documented species observations and 3 community videos available for research and trip planning. The Mediterranean waters around Arroyo support a range of marine life typical to the region. Divers interested in the area can review existing community footage and species data to understand what they might encounter underwater. The site's year-round viability makes it a flexible option for both local and traveling divers. No marine protected area designation applies to this site, and it remains open to recreational diving access. The nearby Deux Frères island formation provides additional context for understanding the local dive geography. Planning a dive here benefits from reviewing the available community documentation and species records before entry.

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Best months

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

Marine life

Common octopus

Dive types

Reef

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 First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 1050km · ~242kg · €4

FAQ

Can I dive Arroyo year-round?

Yes, Arroyo is accessible for diving throughout the year, making it a reliable option for both seasonal and regular visitors to the La Seyne-sur-Mer area.

What marine life is found at Arroyo?

Twelve species observations have been documented at Arroyo. Review community records and video content available online to see specific species sightings and behavior.

Are there permits or restrictions for diving Arroyo?

Arroyo is not within a marine protected area. Check with local dive operators in La Seyne-sur-Mer for any regional regulations or local access requirements.

Where can I find information about conditions at Arroyo?

Community videos and species observation records are available online. Connect with local dive shops in La Seyne-sur-Mer for current conditions and trip advice.

Operators near this spot

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

Saint-Mandrier Plongée

5.6 km
Dive centre
Hours: Mo-Su 08:00-19:00

Evasion Plongée

5.8 km
Dive centre

École de plongée

6.1 km
Dive centre

Le Brusc Plongée

6.2 km
Dive centre

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Verified marine species observations

7 records · 7 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Centrostephanus longispinus

Echinoidea · Diadematidae
GBIF
Last seen:
4 Jan 2026
×1records

Loligo vulgaris

Cephalopoda · Loliginidae
GBIF
Last seen:
4 Jan 2026
×1records

Corallium rubrum

Anthozoa · Coralliidae
GBIF
Last seen:
4 Jan 2026
×1records

Alcyonium acaule

Anthozoa · Alcyoniidae
GBIF
Last seen:
4 Jan 2026
×1records

Edmundsella pedata

Gastropoda · Flabellinidae
GBIF
Last seen:
4 Jan 2026
×1records

Diodora gibberula

Gastropoda · Fissurellidae
GBIF
Last seen:
1 Jan 2026
×1records

Gibbula turbinoides

Gastropoda · Trochidae
GBIF
Last seen:
1 Jan 2026
×1records

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

L' Arroyo - Saint Mandrier - S.France 4th September 2014

Camera Man

épave Arroyo

Nox Diving
💬 3 top comments
  • Merci pour tes magnifiques vidéos, et un grand bravo pour tes fabuleuses apnées. Je ne suis qu'un humble plongeur bouteille... Je ne suis pas un dauphin moi. A quand un tour des épaves de notre belle Corse ?

    @durotan2638 · 👍 1
  • Hi bro, first song name please.. nice1 top💪

    @eliseosagap4406 · 👍 0
  • Quelle performance encore😱

    @Djillsleboss · 👍 1

Plongée d'hiver sur l' Arroyo

jpcplonge83
💬 1 top comments
  • Trop belle Jean Pierre......

    @reaubert73 · 👍 0
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jun (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (76/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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