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Prophète

3.9 — based on 19 community signals
4.3 12 species 31 contributors

Prophète is a year-round dive site near Cap Lardier in the Sanctuaire Pelagos marine protected area off southern France.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

🐢 MPA · Sanctuaire Pelagos updated 4 months ago
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Year-round

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Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
13.7 kn
Wave
0.7 m
Water
25.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NE (21%)
Now: ENE (58°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.26m

Next: Low at 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
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 0.74 6 0mm
09-20 7.9 0.3 5 0mm
09-21 9.8 0.28 6 0mm
09-22 7.7 0.14 5 0mm
09-23 11.1 0.16 5 0mm
09-24 9.8 0.48 5 0mm
09-25 9.6 0.66 5 0mm

About this spot

Prophète sits within the Sanctuaire Pelagos, a protected marine zone that spans the waters between France, Italy, and Monaco. Located near Cap Lardier on the French Riviera, this site benefits from strict conservation measures that help maintain healthy marine ecosystems. The protected status means the area is actively managed to support marine biodiversity and reduce human impact. Divers visiting Prophète will find documented marine life based on 12 recorded species observations at the site. Community-submitted videos provide real-world insight into what the dive experience looks like. The year-round accessibility makes it a flexible choice for divers planning trips to the Mediterranean coast. As part of a protected sanctuary, Prophète offers divers the chance to explore a carefully managed marine environment. The MPA designation reflects the ecological importance of the area and its role in Mediterranean conservation. Access and any specific dive requirements should be confirmed with local operators familiar with current conditions and regulations in the Sanctuaire Pelagos.

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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 · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 1066km · ~245kg · €4

FAQ

Can I dive Prophète year-round?

Yes, Prophète is accessible year-round, making it a flexible option for divers visiting the French Riviera at any time of year.

What marine life can I expect to see?

Twelve species observations have been documented at Prophète. Community videos provide visual reference for the marine life encountered on typical dives at the site.

Is Prophète in a protected area?

Yes, Prophète lies within the Sanctuaire Pelagos, a marine protected area managed across French, Italian, and Monégasque waters to conserve marine biodiversity.

How do I access Prophète?

Contact local dive operators near Cap Lardier on the French Riviera for current access information, boat transport, and any permit or authorization requirements for diving in the Sanctuaire Pelagos.

Operators near this spot

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

Cap Camarat Plongée

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

Roche Fouras

6.8 km
Dive centre

Ramon Membru

7.1 km
Dive centre

European Diving School

8.9 km
Dive centre
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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Tauchen Saint Tropez - Wrack Le Prophete

Gerd Hausser
💬 2 top comments
  • Super Video! Schöne Aufnahmen, vor allem von der Qualle!

    @LiselLoozel · 👍 2
  • Tolle Aufnahmen. Musik nicht

    @chrisricard8035 · 👍 0

PROPHETE WRECK | Immersioni subacquee a Cavalaire-sur-mer

Luisa Ciraolo

Sagona -47m freediving

Nox Diving
💬 3 top comments
  • Toujours impressionnant ❤❤

    @zeboudjmohamed3716 · 👍 0
  • magnifique comme d'hab ... bravo

    @mapoubelle641 · 👍 0
  • A Bein c'est pas trop tôt ! SUPER j'o mo régal presque autant que toi .

    @michelantoine9433 · 👍 1
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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