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La Bulle

3.9 — based on 19 community signals
4.4 12 species 53 contributors

La Bulle is a year-round French dive site with 12 documented species observations and active community video content.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

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Wind
4.7 kn
Wave
m
Water
—°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NE (15%)
Now: WSW (253°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0m
+0.0 m0 m+0.0 m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.1 · mod Air PM2.58 · good 07:44 20:06
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 6.8 5 0mm
09-20 4.9 5 0mm
09-21 6.5 5 0mm
09-22 6.5 5 0mm
09-23 11.6 5 0mm
09-24 4.4 5 0mm
09-25 9.5 5 0mm

About this spot

La Bulle offers consistent diving opportunities throughout the year, making it a reliable choice for divers planning trips to France. The site has drawn enough community interest to generate three videos, indicating accessible conditions and engaging underwater features. With 12 species observations recorded, the marine life is documented and studied by visiting divers. The site operates outside a marine protected area, which simplifies access and permits for visiting divers. This makes logistics straightforward compared to restricted zones. Local dive communities have contributed observations that help other divers prepare for visits. While specific depth, difficulty ratings, water temperature, and visibility data are not published, the year-round status and community engagement suggest stable conditions. New divers should connect with local operators or recent visitors for current conditions before planning trips. The documented species list provides a baseline for understanding what marine life to expect.

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Best months

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

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 ↔ 444km · ~102kg · €2

FAQ

When is the best time to dive La Bulle?

La Bulle is diveable year-round, so you can plan visits based on your schedule rather than seasonal windows. Check with local operators for current conditions before booking.

What depth and difficulty level is La Bulle?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not published for this site. Review the 12 recorded species observations and community videos to assess whether the site suits your experience level.

What marine life will I see at La Bulle?

Twelve species observations have been documented at the site. Consult the species list and community videos to learn what life to expect during your dive.

Do I need permits to dive La Bulle?

La Bulle is not inside a marine protected area, so standard French diving regulations apply. Confirm any local requirements with dive operators near the site.

Operators near this spot

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

Carrière des Frênaies

2.3 km
Dive centre

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Diving Chevaux 2022 08 13 - La Bulle d'Her

Luis Clement

Scuba-Dive at Ile Fourchue, atlantic side with La Bulle Diving Center St Barts

Daniel Schlaegel

Diving French Polynesia Island, Fakarava and Rangiroa

Kaslyn Leow
💬 1 top comments
  • Luv this vid..

    @angielee4306 · 👍 0
wind peaks Dec-Jan-Feb, calmest Aug-Sep-Jun, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

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