Dive-site story
Located off the rugged headland near Saint-Leu on Réunion Island, this site features a dramatic volcanic drop-off plunging straight into the open ocean. Oceanic currents sweep the point, drawing large pelagic species along the outer wall while deep arches and overhangs host black coral and gorgonian sea fans.
Sheer oceanic drop-off formed by prehistoric volcanic basalt flows
Frequent encounters with schooling pelagics and migratory sharks
Stands of black coral bushes clinging to the deep wall sections
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Calmer sea conditions prevail outside the winter swell period, though winter brings regular whale sightings.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scalloped HammerheadSphyrna lewini | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Giant TrevallyCaranx ignobilis | Common | ||||||||||||
| Dogtooth TunaGymnosarda unicolor | Common | ||||||||||||
| Humpback WhaleMegaptera novaeangliae | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Green Sea TurtleChelonia mydas | Common |
Marine forecast
