Poindimié site notes place Caruso Mio at about 24 m max and mention gorgones and nudibranche.
New Caledonia · Poindimie
Outer-reef pinnacle with a gorgonian arch and blue-water pelagics.
Outer-reef pinnacle with a gorgonian arch and blue-water pelagics.
Outer-reef boat site best run with a local dive operator.
Carouso Mio is a boat-accessed outer-reef pinnacle in Poindimié with a gorgonian-covered arch, open blue water, and a terrain profile that rewards calm conditions. The route is a guided boat run rather than a shore entry, and the site is best for divers who want clear relief, buoyancy practice, and steady attention to the sea state before entry. Surface weather and timing matter more here than at a sheltered lagoon site, so the dive pays off most when the sea is settled and the team can plan the crossing with care.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Includes an arch/overhang feature and regular shark presence; maintain appropriate awareness and control around overhead structures and wildlife.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only.
Legal Notes
Follow local marine-area rules and operator briefings.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Guided outer-reef scuba dive; maintain buoyancy around the arch and gorgonian structure.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
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Research Sources
Poindimié site notes place Caruso Mio at about 24 m max and mention gorgones and nudibranche.
Tiéti Diving in Poindimié; boat dives and support; top sites include Caruso Mio.
New Caledonia diving overview with year-round and cool-season visibility context.

Deep outside-reef pinnacle with gorgonians, tunnels, and big marine life.

Dahab de Nous is an advanced outer-reef pinnacles dive.