L'Anse Fortune

Beginner-friendly shallow site with diverse marine life and coral canyons.

Boat Access
5m Avg Depth
11m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, L'Anse Fortune, is renowned as an unspoilt sanctuary, perfect for introducing beginners and novice divers to the wonders of the underwater realm. It features a unique topography characterized by a multitude of small canyons that intertwine around vibrant coral spats, forming an accessible shallow exploration area primarily between 0 and 12 meters. There is no specific historical information provided, but its natural formation offers an intuitive navigation through its diverse, 'aquarium-like' environment.

Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life within this vast underwater aquarium, including curious squid, elegant trumpet fish, camouflaged frog fish, and distinctive axe fish. The site is also notable for hosting a large colony of sea urchins and various species of shrimp, indicating a rich macro environment amongst the coral formations and canyon walls.

The site's shallow nature makes it ideal for year-round diving, with generally calm conditions. It is particularly recommended for those seeking a gentle introduction to diving or for photographers focusing on macro subjects. Freedivers will also find the shallow depths and vibrant marine life highly appealing, offering ample opportunities for extended breath-hold explorations of the canyons and coral gardens.

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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

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Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Shallow maximum depth (11m) and calm conditions make it ideal for new divers and training.

Current Strength:

Mild

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