La Grande Baie
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) - La Grande Baie offers some of Marseille & Calanques's richest reef diving. Water ranges 14-25°C, warmest July, August, September.
La Grande Baie, within the Calanques National Park, offers a reliable Mediterranean dive. Expect to descend along a rocky slope, where we often spot small moray eels tucked into crevices and schools of damselfish flitting about. It's a straightforward dive, generally sheltered from stronger currents, making it a good choice for those looking for a relaxed exploration or divers newer to the region. The typical Mediterranean gorgonian fans add splashes of colour to the deeper sections.
Typical La Grande Baie Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for La Grande Baie
La Grande Baie Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for La Grande Baie, 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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