Dive-site story
Situated off the coastline of Cap d'Antibes, La Lauve is a rocky reef that drops over tiered boulders down to a sandy seabed. Divers navigate through fissures, overhangs, and small drop-offs colonized by typical northwestern Mediterranean sessile life. The exposed position invites pelagic fish across the deeper ledges, while morays and octopuses shelter in the rocky cracks.
Steep rocky drop-offs covered in red and yellow gorgonians
Schools of Mediterranean barracuda patrolling above the reef crest
Frequent encounters with dusky groupers resting near crevices
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late spring to early autumn offers the warmest water temperatures and optimal sea conditions.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dusky GrouperEpinephelus marginatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Yellowmouth BarracudaSphyraena viridensis | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean MorayMuraena helena | Common | ||||||||||||
| Red GorgonianParamuricea clavata | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common OctopusOctopus vulgaris | Common |
Marine forecast
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