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Subtortue

3.9 — based on 19 community signals
4.3 12 species 40 contributors

Subtortue is a French dive site open year-round with 12 recorded species observations and community video documentation.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
Shore entryFamily-friendlyBeginner

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
2.9 kn
Wave
0.24 m
Water
27°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (16%)
Now: N (4°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.3m

Next: High at 02:00 (-0.41m)

+-0.4 m-0.7 m
▲ 02:00 · -0.41m ▼ 08:00 · -0.5m ▲ 16:00 · -0.4m ▼ 23:00 · -0.52m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.55 · mod Air PM2.53 · good 07:06 19:25
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 7 0.24 6 0mm
09-20 7.3 0.12 6 0mm
09-21 6.5 0.08 6 0mm
09-22 5.1 0.12 6 0mm
09-23 6.6 0.24 6 0mm
09-24 16.3 0.28 5 0mm
09-25 18.4 0.14 5 0mm

About this spot

Subtortue sits off the French coast as an accessible dive destination for explorers looking to experience local marine life. The site has generated solid community interest, with 12 documented species observations and 3 community-contributed videos available to help divers plan their visit. While specific depth, visibility, and temperature data aren't published, the year-round accessibility makes it a flexible option for divers timing trips around their schedules rather than seasonal windows. The site falls outside a marine protected area, which means standard access applies. With documented marine life activity and video resources from other divers, Subtortue offers a straightforward French diving opportunity backed by real visitor experience.

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Dive types

ShoreBoat

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 ↔ 1323km · ~304kg · €5

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Subtortue?

Subtortue is diveable year-round, so you can plan your trip around your schedule. Check recent community videos and species observations to see what conditions other divers encountered during your intended month.

What depth and difficulty level is Subtortue?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings aren't published for this site. Review the 3 community videos and 12 species observations to gauge what to expect, and brief yourself with local dive operators or experienced divers who know the site.

What marine life can I expect to see?

12 species observations have been recorded at Subtortue. Check the available community videos and species logs to identify what's commonly spotted, and plan your dive profile accordingly.

Do I need permits or special access to dive Subtortue?

Subtortue is not located inside a marine protected area, so standard diving access applies. Verify current local regulations and arrange a dive operator or guide familiar with the site.

Operators near this spot

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

Plongée Nature

7.2 km
Dive centre

Porto-Vecchio Plongée

7.8 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

3 records · 3 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Phorcus turbinatus

Phorcus turbinatus
Gastropoda · Trochidae
GBIF
Last seen:
5 Apr 2026
×1records

Charonia lampas

Gastropoda · Charoniidae
GBIF
Last seen:
31 Jan 2026
×1records

Semicassis undulata

Gastropoda · Cassidae
GBIF
Last seen:
31 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.

Les Arches du Toro, plongée en Corse

Subtortue2a
💬 3 top comments
  • Superbe merci

    @44johnconnor · 👍 0
  • Belle video les gars ! ;)

    @MINIPELLETIER · 👍 0
  • ¿Qué pasa con el sonido?

    @lopz33 · 👍 0

Plongée à Porto Vecchio, sur le sec du Toro et le rocher de la Vacca (Corse du sud) - diving - dive

Luc Taupin - Plongée sous marine

Danger du Toro, plongée en Corse

Subtortue2a
💬 3 top comments
  • Magnifique

    @jeanninetixier5661 · 👍 0
  • ¿Dónde está el audio?

    @lopz33 · 👍 0
  • belles images! cum'ell'hè bellu u nostru mare

    @brnighju3281 · 👍 0
wind peaks Jan-Nov-Mar, calmest Oct-Aug-Jun, 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 (100/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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