Le Grand Bleu
Protected Area
Ranobe Bay
Why dive here
Le Grand Bleu is a pinnacle dive in Nosy Be, Madagascar. Water ranges 27-31°C, warmest March, April, December.
Le Grand Bleu, just off Nosy Be, is a good pick for a relaxed afternoon dive, especially if you're keen on the smaller stuff. We've seen a surprising number of cowries tucked into the crevices here, and it's a reliable spot for Natal Electric Rays resting on the sand. Look closely for Sharptooth Snapper darting among the halodule seagrass. It's not a site that will blow your mind with huge pelagics, but for macro enthusiasts and divers who appreciate a quieter experience, it often delivers.
Typical Le Grand Bleu Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 20m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Le Grand Bleu
Le Grand Bleu Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Le Grand Bleu, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-13.6, 47.82) (223km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
28°C
83°F · Range: 26.8–29.7°C
Air Temperature
28°C
83°F
Wind Speed
4.94 m/s
9.6 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1014.2 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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