Epave Augustin Fresnel (Wreck)
Protected Area
Anse A La Barque
Why dive here
With 331+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and manta rays - Epave Augustin Fresnel (Wreck) offers some of Cousteau Reserve's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.
The Augustin Fresnel is an old buoy tender, sunk intentionally at 31 metres within the Cousteau Reserve. She sits upright and mostly intact, providing easy penetration for trained wreck divers into the wheelhouse and engine room. Expect to see plenty of schooling snapper and grunts around the superstructure, with barracuda often hanging out mid-water. It’s a good, straightforward wreck dive for those with some experience looking to spend 20-30 minutes exploring a solid artificial reef.
Typical Epave Augustin Fresnel (Wreck) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (31m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Epave Augustin Fresnel (Wreck)
Epave Augustin Fresnel (Wreck) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Epave Augustin Fresnel (Wreck), sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (16.17, -61.78) (8km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 29.2–31.2°C
Air Temperature
27°C
81°F
Wind Speed
3.54 m/s
6.9 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1013.4 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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