3 îlots
Protected Area
Cap Ferrat
Why dive here
With 157+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and mobula rays (devil rays) - 3 îlots offers some of Marseille & Calanques's richest diving. Water ranges 14-25°C, warmest July, August, September.
The 3 îlots site offers an easy dive for intermediate divers, dropping to 42 metres. We often find schooling barracuda here, and occasionally spot an eagle ray gliding past. It's a relaxed spot for getting some depth in, especially if you want to avoid the busier routes. Not a showstopper, but always reliable for a solid Mediterranean dive.
Typical 3 îlots Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 42m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for 3 îlots
3 îlots Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for 3 îlots, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (43.11, 5.89) (32km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
21°C
69°F · Range: 15.7–23.1°C
Air Temperature
18°C
64°F
Wind Speed
6.69 m/s
13.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1016.9 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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