Le Caledonie Toho 5 - Prony Bay

Prony Bay’s Le Caledonie Toho 5 is a decent spot for a relaxed dive. We’ve seen a good variety of reef fish here, typical for the area, usually in decent numbers. It's a straightforward dive, making it a good choice for newer divers or those looking for an easy day in the water without strong currents. Expect a pleasant swim through a healthy, if not spectacular, reef environment.

Location
Prony Bay, New Caledonia, Australasia
Coordinates
-22.475563, 166.449620

Marine Protected Area: Parc du lagon sud: Ilot Amedee et Grand Recif Abore

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

Nearby Dive Sites in Prony Bay

Nearest Dive Centres to Le Caledonie Toho 5

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 Species

Recommended Packing List for Le Caledonie Toho 5

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