Dive-site story
Rising off the southern coast of Port-Cros National Park, Sec de la Gabinière is one of the Mediterranean's premier pinnacle dives. Protected under national park status for decades, the site features massive rocky ridges, vertical drop-offs, and dense congregations of large predatory fish. Strong currents frequently sweep the pinnacle, attracting pelagic action while challenging buoyancy and navigation.
High concentration of protected dusky groupers resting along rocky ledges and boulders
Large swirling schools of yellowmouth barracuda hovering in the blue water
Sheer drop-offs covered in purple and yellow gorgonian sea fans
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late spring through autumn provides warmer water and peak fish activity within the marine reserve.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dusky GrouperEpinephelus marginatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Yellowmouth BarracudaSphyraena viridensis | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common DentexDentex dentex | Common | ||||||||||||
| Red GorgonianParamuricea clavata | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean MorayMuraena helena | Common |
Marine forecast
