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Pointe à Cabrit

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4.3 12 species 35 contributors

Protected dive site around a small island in Guadeloupe's marine sanctuary. Year-round access with healthy coral and diverse marine life.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

🐢 MPA · Sanctuaire Agoa updated 6 months ago
Difficulty
Intermediate
MPAPhotoFriendlyFamily-friendly

At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
intermediate
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Common octopus, Hawksbill turtle

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
15.3 kn
Wave
1.12 m
Water
29.4°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SSW (38%)
Now: ESE (103°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.39m

Today: High 22:00 (+0.34m), Low 18:00 (+0.3m)

+0.4 m0 m+0.0 m
▼ 18:00 · +0.3m ▲ 22:00 · +0.34m ▼ 06:00 · +0.22m ▲ 13:00 · +0.38m Now +0.3m
Tue 3Wed 4Thu 5Fri 6Sat 7Sun 8Mon 9
UV7.65 · high Air PM2.522 · moderate 06:04 17:35
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
11-03 15.6 1.12 8 1mm
11-04 12.5 0.92 8 0mm
11-05 8 0.66 8 0mm
11-06 9.7 0.56 8 3mm
11-07 13.7 0.66 7 2mm
11-08 12.5 0.58 8 1mm
11-09 6.5 0.48 8 0mm

About this spot

Pointe à Cabrit sits within Sanctuaire Agoa, Guadeloupe's marine protected area, offering divers a chance to explore waters around a small island ecosystem. The site benefits from strict conservation rules that keep coral healthy and fish populations robust. Twelve recorded species observations confirm the biodiversity here—from reef fish to larger pelagics. The protected status means you're diving in a well-managed environment where marine life thrives. Community videos document the underwater landscape and typical encounters, giving you a realistic sense of what to expect. Access is year-round, so planning is flexible. The sanctuary designation reflects France's commitment to Caribbean reef conservation, making this a meaningful dive for anyone interested in sustainable tourism.

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Best months

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

Marine life

Common octopusHawksbill turtle

Dive types

ReefPelagic / blue water

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 Waning crescent · 39%
  • GPS
› Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 6649km · ~1529kg · €28

FAQ

›When is the best time to dive Pointe à Cabrit?

Year-round diving is possible here. Check local weather and sea conditions before booking, as Caribbean seasons vary. Sanctuary rules apply any day you visit.

›What's the typical depth and difficulty?

Specific depth and difficulty data aren't currently documented. Contact local dive operators in Guadeloupe for site-specific briefing and recommendations based on your experience level.

›What marine life will I see?

Twelve species have been recorded at this site. Reef fish and other tropical species are common. The protected sanctuary status keeps populations healthy and stable.

›Do I need permits or special access?

Pointe à Cabrit is within Sanctuaire Agoa, a marine protected area. Confirm current entry rules and any permits required with Guadeloupe's maritime authorities or your dive operator before your visit.

Operators near this spot

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

La Dive Bouteille

2 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

2 records · 2 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Bunodosoma granuliferum

Anthozoa · Actiniidae
GBIF
Last seen:
1 Jan 2026
×1records

Gorgonia ventalina

Anthozoa · Gorgoniidae
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.

De la Pointe à Cabrit à la Patate à Cabrit - Les Saintes - Guadeloupe

DiveBouteille

La pointe à Cabrit : Plongée aux Saintes - Iles de Guadeloupe

DiveBouteille

Plongée à Cabrit - Les Saintes - Guadeloupe

DiveBouteille
wind peaks Jun-Jul-Jan, calmest Apr-Oct-Sep, 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: Jan (100/100) Worst: May (0/100) Now: Nov (99/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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