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La Baleine

4.0 — based on 20 community signals
4.3 12 especies 35 colaboradores

La Baleine is a year-round dive site in France's Sanctuaire Agoa marine protected area, known for healthy coral and consistent marine life encounters.

⭐ Best for beginners.

🐢 MPA · Sanctuaire Agoa updated 6 months ago
Dificultad
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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
beginner
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Pulpo, Tortuga carey

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
13.2 kn
Olas
1.1 m
Agua
29.4°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SSW (38%)
Now: ESE (104°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.39m

Hoy: Alta 22:00 (+0.34m), Baja 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 Ahora +0.3m
Mar 3Mié 4Jue 5Vie 6Sáb 7Dom 8Lun 9
UV7.65 · high Aire PM2.525 · moderate 06:04 17:35
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
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

La Baleine sits within the Sanctuaire Agoa, a marine protected area that enforces strict conservation rules. The site benefits from strong coral health with no bleaching stress recorded, making it an ecologically sound choice for divers seeking pristine conditions. Twelve species observations document the biodiversity here, ranging from common reef residents to occasional pelagics. The site welcomes divers throughout the year, offering flexibility for trip planning without seasonal blackouts. The protected status means you'll encounter well-established reef structure and populations that aren't heavily pressured by tourism. Marine life density reflects this careful management. Local dive operators familiar with the site can advise on current conditions, as the MPA enforces specific protocols for entry and conduct. Three community videos provide real footage of what to expect underwater. Before booking, review those clips to gauge the site's appeal to your skill level and interests. The lack of seasonal closures makes La Baleine accessible whenever your schedule allows—a rare advantage in protected waters.

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Mejores meses

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Vida marina

PulpoTortuga carey

Tipos de buceo

Arrecife

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

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 · 38%
  • GPS
› Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 6182km · ~1422kg · €26

Preguntas frecuentes

›Can I dive La Baleine year-round?

Yes. The site has no seasonal closures documented, making it accessible throughout the year. Check with local operators for monthly conditions and MPA access requirements.

›What marine life will I see?

Twelve species observations are logged for La Baleine. Review the community videos and local dive operator reports to see which animals are currently active and common.

›Is the coral healthy?

Yes. No coral bleaching stress has been recorded at La Baleine. The Sanctuaire Agoa protects the reef, supporting robust coral and marine populations.

›What permits or rules apply?

La Baleine is inside the Sanctuaire Agoa marine protected area. You must follow MPA regulations for entry, conduct, and operator certification. Contact local dive shops for current permit and guide requirements.

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Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

La Dive Bouteille

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Martinique 2017-04-09 La Baleine 480x360

Reinhard Kreutz

How two billionaires saved a stranded whale

Le Parisien
💬 3 top comments
  • En savoir plus sur ce sujet: www.leparisien.fr/international/allemagne/elle-vou…

    @LeParisien · 👍 2
  • Bravo à tous ces sauveteurs 💚

    @ER-dn3pk · 👍 113
  • "les secouristes rapportent avoir recus des menaces de mort..." Il y a vraiment des gens qui ne meritent même pas de respirer... Milles mercis aux sauveteurs qui y ont crus jusqu'au bout et aux deux personnes qui ont financés ça.

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Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
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rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
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