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Beginner-site and west-coast season context.
Dive Spot Guide•
Cap la Houssaye
Beginner-friendly shore reef on Reunion's west coast.
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1 dive 1 diverPhoto from Covert Fish
A shore-accessed west-coast reef with rocky ledges, a shallow cave, and easy training-day logistics.
About Cap la Houssaye
Cap la Houssaye is a shore-accessed reef dive on Reunion's west coast, inside the marine nature reserve. It combines rocky ledges, a shallow coral reef, a small cave, and a modest drop-off, so the site suits beginner and training dives when the sea is calm. Shore access is straightforward, but the entry is best on light-wind, low-swell days.
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Research + Early Community Signal At Cap la Houssaye
Conservative research baseline blended with 1 dive by 1 diver.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessEasy entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Cap la Houssaye?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Cap la Houssaye Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
4m - 18m
Depth Note
Shallow reef and cave territory within a relaxed recreational band.
Best Season
Year-round; June to October brings west-coast whale activity.
Typical Conditions
Usually calm on light-wind days with low swell.
Safety & Access At Cap la Houssaye
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environmentRestricted accessWaves
Safety Notes
Check the sea state before entering, keep buoyancy tight over the reef, and treat the cave section as an overhead environment.
Access Restrictions
Located within Reunion's marine nature reserve.
Legal Notes
Inside Reunion's marine nature reserve; follow local reserve rules and any operator guidance.
Local Intel For Cap la Houssaye
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A relaxed reef dive for training, sightseeing, and calm-day critter hunting.
Wildlife at Cap la Houssaye
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Cap la Houssaye
1 community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Cap la Houssaye
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Avg. Water Temp24°C
Avg. Max Depth16m
Activity
Avg. Bottom Time55 min
Total Logs1
Unique Divers1
