Espace Plongee Martinique - Diamond Rock

The team at Espace Plongee Martinique are some of the most laid-back professionals you’ll meet in the Caribbean. We always appreciate a dive centre that keeps things simple: good boats, solid gear, and a genuine passion for their local sites. That’s Espace Plongee. They run a tight ship from Pointe du Bout, with a catamaran for groups and a smaller monohull for zippier trips, which is our favourite for beating the crowds to Diamond Rock. The real draw here, of course, is Diamond Rock itself. We’ve seen it countless times, but that first glimpse of the sheer cliff face, a jagged tooth punching out of the turquoise, still makes you grin. Below the surface, it’s a whole different world. Expect to drift past huge barrel sponges, their openings swaying gently, and keep an eye out for the resident barracuda patrolling the swim-throughs. The thermocline can hit you suddenly, a cool embrace as you descend, but it often brings in bigger pelagics. We’d suggest an early morning dive if you can swing it; the light filtering down into the grottos is absolutely magical and you often have the place to yourselves. They're a PADI 5 Star centre, so whether you're looking to get certified or just rack up some fun dives, they’ve got you covered with a refreshingly unfussy approach.

Location
Diamond Rock, Martinique, Caribbean
Coordinates
14.557369, -61.051918
Phone
+596 596 66 01 79
Email
[email protected]
Website
http://www.espaceplongee-martinique.com
Certification Agencies
["PADI"]
Courses
PADI 5 Star Dive Resort [padi:798853]
Address
Marina de la Pointe du Bout, Rue Chacha, 97229 Les Trois Ilets, Martinique

Dive Sites Near Espace Plongee Martinique

Espace Plongee Martinique provides access to 14 dive sites in Diamond Rock.

Other Dive Centres in Diamond Rock

Best Time to Dive in Diamond Rock

The warmest water temperatures in Diamond Rock occur in January, averaging 27.5°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 27.5°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 27.5°C (air: 25.8°C)
  • February: 27.5°C (air: 25.8°C)
  • March: 27.5°C (air: 26.2°C)
  • April: 27.5°C (air: 27.0°C)
  • May: 27.5°C (air: 27.9°C)
  • June: 27.5°C (air: 27.9°C)
  • July: 27.5°C (air: 27.6°C)
  • August: 27.5°C (air: 27.9°C)
  • September: 27.5°C (air: 28.1°C)
  • October: 27.5°C (air: 27.8°C)
  • November: 27.5°C (air: 27.0°C)
  • December: 27.5°C (air: 26.3°C)

Marine Life in Diamond Rock

Home to 369 recorded species including 327 reef fish, 15 whales & dolphins, 8 sharks & rays, 3 seagrass & algae, 3 sea snails & nudibranchs, 3 other.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for Diamond Rock

Based on average water temperature of 27.5°C.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 27°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