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Les Quairolles

3.8 — based on 15 community signals
4.3 12 species 30 contributors

Les Quairolles is a year-round dive site in the Sanctuaire Pelagos marine protected area off the French coast.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers chasing chasing pelagics.

🐢 MPA · Sanctuaire Pelagos updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Intermediate
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Activity
dive
Difficulty
intermediate
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
13.7 kn
Wave
0.6 m
Water
25.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NE (23%)
Now: ENE (57°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.26m

Today: High 15:00 (-0.47m), Low 09:00 (-0.55m)

+-0.4 m-0.7 m
▼ 09:00 · -0.55m ▲ 15:00 · -0.47m ▼ 17:00 · -0.48m ▼ 23:00 · -0.56m Now -0.5m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.6 · mod Air PM2.55 · good 07:17 19:36
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 14.2 0.64 6 0mm
09-20 7.9 0.26 5 0mm
09-21 9.8 0.26 6 0mm
09-22 7.7 0.26 5 0mm
09-23 11.1 0.76 5 0mm
09-24 9.8 0.54 5 0mm
09-25 9.6 0.64 5 0mm

About this spot

Les Quairolles sits within the Sanctuaire Pelagos, one of Europe's most significant marine reserves. This protected status means the site benefits from strict conservation measures, making it a reliable destination for divers seeking healthy marine environments. The site draws interest from the diving community, with documented species observations and video documentation available from previous visits. The site is accessible year-round, giving divers flexibility in planning trips. Because Les Quairolles lies within a marine protected area, visitors should confirm local regulations and any permit requirements before diving. The protected waters support diverse marine life, though specific depth ranges and visibility conditions vary seasonally. Divers interested in this spot can review community-contributed video footage and species observation data to understand what to expect. The Sanctuaire Pelagos designation reflects the ecological importance of the region, offering divers the chance to explore waters managed for long-term marine health.

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Best months

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

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 · 48%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 1067km · ~245kg · €4

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Les Quairolles?

Les Quairolles is a year-round dive destination. Check local conditions and weather before each trip, as seasonal changes affect visibility and water temperature.

What marine life will I see at Les Quairolles?

The site has 12 documented species observations available in community records. Review these observations and available videos to learn what divers have encountered in the protected waters.

Are there access restrictions or permits required?

Les Quairolles is inside the Sanctuaire Pelagos marine protected area. Verify current regulations and any permit requirements with local authorities before diving.

What depth and difficulty level is Les Quairolles?

Specific depth and difficulty data are not currently available. Contact local dive operators or review community videos to assess conditions and requirements.

Operators near this spot

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

Cap Camarat Plongée

6.6 km
Dive centre
Hours: 09:00-19:00; Sa 09:00-17:00

Roche Fouras

6.7 km
Dive centre

Ramon Membru

7.5 km
Dive centre

European Diving School

9 km
Dive centre
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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Plongée à Rodrigues sur le site Neptune

Laurent Chouquet

PLONGEE CAVALAIRE: LES BRISES

Killian Angel
💬 1 top comments
  • encore quelques souvenirs immortalisés par la vidéo, bravo Killian - signé KIKI

    @caroleleguillon4022 · 👍 0

Plongée sur la Grande Quayrolle

Arnaud Liegeois
wind peaks Mar-Nov-Dec, calmest Oct-May-Aug, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jul (100/100) Worst: Mar (0/100) Now: Sep (90/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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