STIM - Plongée - Prony Bay

STIM - Plongée, based in Prony Bay, is ideal for divers keen to explore New Caledonia’s southern lagoon. They’re a solid pick for accessing the area’s 40-odd dive sites, often overlooked by centres closer to Nouméa. We found them reliable for hassle-free boat dives, particularly good for those seeking a quieter experience away from the busier spots.

Location
Prony Bay, New Caledonia, Australasia
Coordinates
-22.253513, 166.449860
Address
Rue Edouard Unger, 120, Nouméa

Dive Sites Near STIM - Plongée

STIM - Plongée provides access to 15 dive sites in Prony Bay.

Other Dive Centres in Prony Bay

Best Time to Dive in Prony Bay

The warmest water temperatures in Prony Bay occur in February, averaging 27.4°C. The coolest conditions are in August at 22.0°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 27.0°C
  • February: 27.4°C
  • March: 27.4°C
  • April: 26.5°C
  • May: 24.6°C
  • June: 23.4°C
  • July: 22.5°C
  • August: 22.0°C
  • September: 22.6°C
  • October: 23.6°C
  • November: 25.0°C
  • December: 26.5°C

Marine Life in Prony Bay

Home to 84 recorded species including 62 reef fish, 7 sea cucumbers, 4 sharks & rays, 3 seagrass & algae, 3 whales & dolphins, 2 clams & mussels.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for Prony Bay

Based on average water temperature of 24.9°C, currents 6 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 25°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories