La Crique
Protected Area
Zones de quiétude du Balbuzard pêcheur
Why dive here
With 213+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, great white sharks, hammerhead sharks and mobula rays (devil rays) - La Crique offers some of Corsica's richest diving. Water ranges 15-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
La Crique is a relaxed dive, topping out at 19 metres, making it ideal for newer divers or those looking for an easy afternoon in the water. You'll find a series of small rocky shelves and sandy patches. Look for common Mediterranean fish darting between the rocks, like ornate wrasse and the occasional small octopus tucked away. It's a pleasant, straightforward dive, good for getting comfortable in Corsican waters.
Typical La Crique 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 19m - 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 La Crique
La Crique Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for La Crique, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (42.38, 9.55) (2km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
22°C
72°F · Range: 20.1–24.6°C
Air Temperature
18°C
64°F
Wind Speed
5.12 m/s
10.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1017.2 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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