Le Jardin de Corail
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 - Le Jardin de Corail offers some of Cousteau Reserve's richest reef diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.
Le Jardin de Corail, or the Coral Garden, is one of those sites in Cousteau Reserve that just feels right from the moment you drop in. It's a relatively shallow, gentle drift, perfect for stretching out a dive and really taking your time. We love drifting over the expansive brain coral formations, the gentle undulations creating little valleys where parrotfish graze, their crunching audible if you pause for a moment. Keep an eye out for the smaller stuff here; the reef bass and hind often blend perfectly with the coral, and we've spotted cowfish shyly peeking from behind gorgonians. Our favourite part has to be the light filtering through the clear water, illuminating the soft corals in a way that truly brings the garden to life. Visibility usually holds up really well, making it a great spot for photographers or anyone wanting a relaxed, vibrant experience.
Nearest Dive Centres to Le Jardin de Corail
Dive shops near Le Jardin de Corail
Atlantis Plongee
PPK PLONGEE GUADELOUPE
ECOLE DE PLONGEE BLEU PASSION GUADELOUPE
ANSE CARAIBE PLONGEE
Piton Plongée
INFINI PLONGEE GUADELOUPE
Reviews for Le Jardin de Corail
Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Le Jardin de Corail
Le Jardin de Corail Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Le Jardin de Corail, 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
Plan & book
Ways to dive Cousteau Reserve, from day trips to liveaboards.
Day trips & courses
via GetYourGuideGuided dives, courses and snorkel trips with instant booking.
Find dive trips in Cousteau ReservePlaces to stay
via Booking.comHotels and dive resorts near Cousteau Reserve.
Search stays in Cousteau ReserveDive insurance
Most travel insurance excludes or limits scuba. Check what you need before you go.
Dive insurance explainedPartner links: we may earn a commission if you book, at no extra cost to you. How we make money
Where to Stay near Le Jardin de Corail
Prices from Booking.com. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.