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Papa Whisky

3.9 — based on 18 community signals
4.2 12 especies 26 colaboradores

Papa Whisky is a year-round French dive site with 12 documented species observations and active community content.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
BleachingRiskFamily-friendly

De un vistazo

Actividad
dive
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Nudibranquio, Tortuga verde

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Mapa

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Mapa de ubicación de Papa Whisky © Google · Datos del mapa © Google, colaboradores
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
8.5 kn
Olas
2.26 m
Agua
26.3°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: S (38%)
Now: S (177°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.31m

Hoy: Alta 11:00 (+0.6m), Baja 06:00 (+0.55m)

+0.8 m+0.5 m
▼ 06:00 · +0.55m ▲ 11:00 · +0.6m ▼ 17:00 · +0.53m ▲ 23:00 · +0.63m Ahora +0.6m
Vie 18Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24
UV8.6 · very high Aire PM2.510 · good 05:50 17:53
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-18 9.5 2.46 9 0mm
09-19 3.6 2.18 7 0mm
09-20 4.9 1.66 6 4mm
09-21 5.9 1.3 8 2mm
09-22 5.6 1.38 6 7mm
09-23 3.9 2.08 9 11mm
09-24 4 2.08 9 13mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions

About this spot

Papa Whisky sits off the French coast as an accessible dive destination open throughout the year. The site attracts divers seeking temperate marine life in European waters. With 12 species observations recorded by the diving community, Papa Whisky offers a mix of marine encounters typical of French dive zones. The site falls outside marine protected areas, keeping access straightforward for visiting divers. Three community-produced videos document conditions and wildlife at Papa Whisky, providing real footage of what to expect. These resources offer practical insight into site character and seasonal changes. While specific depth and visibility data aren't formally recorded here, year-round diving status means planning is flexible. Check with local operators before booking to confirm current conditions, as temperate waters can shift seasonally. The coral bleaching watch status suggests monitoring environmental health is worthwhile for long-term site sustainability.

📖 Guía: Buceo en Francia: 220 Lugares Desde Lagos Alpinos Hasta Arrecifes Tropicales

Mejores meses

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

Vida marina

NudibranquioTortuga verde

Tipos de buceo

CostaBarco

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 First quarter · 48%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 15891km · ~3655kg · €66

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Papa Whisky?

Papa Whisky is diveable year-round, so you can plan a trip based on your schedule and weather preference rather than seasonal closures. Check with local dive operators for water temperature and visibility conditions in your chosen season.

What's the difficulty level and depth range?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings aren't formally recorded for Papa Whisky. Contact local French dive operators or check community videos before your visit to get firsthand accounts of the site's requirements and site layout.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species observations are documented at Papa Whisky. Community videos and operator knowledge provide the best detail on current marine encounters. Species diversity is typical for French temperate waters.

Do I need permits or is it inside a protected area?

Papa Whisky is not within a marine protected area, simplifying access logistics. Standard French diving regulations apply. Confirm any local requirements with operators before your dive trip.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

Eleuthera Plongée

2.6 km
Centro de buceo
Teléfono: +689 87 77 65 68
Horario: 07:00-17:30

Fluid Plongée

2.6 km
Centro de buceo
Horario: Mo-Su 07:15-17:30

Vallée aux Murènes

2.7 km
Centro de buceo

Vallée des requins

3.2 km
Centro de buceo

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Tahiti plongée - Papa whisky - 2013 02 03 Bouteille

Gabriel Sao Chan Cheong

Papa Whiskey - Spot de plongée à Tahiti

Spots de Plongée Polynésien

Tahiti plongée - Papa whisky - 2013 02 03 Zone des 40 m

Gabriel Sao Chan Cheong
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Oct (100/100) Worst: Feb (0/100) Now: Sep (78/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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