Canyon
Protected Area
Grande Ravine
Why dive here
With 511+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, blue sharks, dolphins and eagle rays - Canyon offers some of Saint-Gilles & West Coast's richest diving. Water ranges 25-29°C, warmest January, February, March.
The Canyon dive site off Saint-Gilles is a solid choice for an easy afternoon dip, especially if you’re new to the local waters. It’s pretty shallow, topping out around 15 metres, which means plenty of light filters down, even on an overcast day. We’ve found it's a calm spot, protected from most of the stronger currents, making it ideal for beginners or those just wanting a relaxed dive to get their fins wet. You’ll weave through some interesting rock formations that give the site its name, often spotting small reef fish tucked into crevices. It’s not going to blow your mind with massive pelagics, but it's a pleasant, accessible dive for a gentle introduction to Réunion's underwater world.
Typical Canyon Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Canyon
Dive shops near Canyon
Corail Plongee
Le Vieux Plongeur Réunion
EXCELSUS PLONGEE
Scubananas Reunion Plongee
Le Dodo Palmé
PLONGÉE SALÉE
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Canyon
Canyon Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Canyon, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-21.11, 55.25) (2km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
25°C
77°F · Range: 23.8–27.1°C
Air Temperature
23°C
73°F
Wind Speed
4.46 m/s
8.7 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1018.9 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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