This dive site, Roche Moyenne, is located at the beginning of the natural reserve of Petite Terre in Guadeloupe, France. Accessible by boat after approximately 45 minutes of navigation from local diving centers, it features beautiful and large rock formations covered in vibrant flora and fauna. The site's relatively shallow maximum depth of 18 meters and average depth of 9 meters make it an easy and enjoyable dive, offering diverse underwater topography.
Divers can expect to encounter a rich variety of marine life, including notable species such as nurse sharks and barracudas. The site is teeming with smaller fish like Butterflyfish, Damselfish, Sergeant major, Balloonfish, Trunkfish, Wrasse, Grouperfish, Gruntfish, and Squirrelfish. Crustaceans such as Lobster, Shrimp, and Eiffel Crab are also present, contributing to the site's vibrant biodiversity. Lionfish are also noted.
Roche Moyenne is an excellent year-round destination, best visited during the dry season for optimal visibility and calm conditions. Its moderate depth and rich ecosystem make it ideal for both scuba divers of all levels, including beginners, and freedivers. Snorkelers will also find the site highly rewarding due to the abundant marine life close to the surface. It offers fantastic opportunities for underwater photography, particularly for wide-angle shots of the rock formations and macro subjects.
