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Deux Arches

Shallow Saint-Leu reef with two lava arches and clear water.

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Boat-access Saint-Leu reef for shallow arches, easy reef routing, and strong coral life; the site is beginner-friendly but still worth a conservative plan.

About Deux Arches

Deux Arches is a shallow Saint-Leu reef site built around two lava-flow arches inside the coral reef. The dive stays simple and route-light, with the arches and surrounding reef giving you most of the interest. Expect clear water and a strong mix of reef life, plus a profile that suits new divers and relaxed boat dives. Even so, current can be moderate, so it pays to keep the plan controlled.

Research Estimate At Deux Arches

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VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentModerate current

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Deux Arches Planning Details

Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.

Reported Depth

0m - 25m

Depth Note

Shallow lava-flow arches with the main route centered on reef relief rather than depth.

Best Season

Year-round, with the calmest windows when wind and swell stay low.

Typical Conditions

Shallow coral-reef arches with generally excellent clarity, moderate current, and an easy route that suits new divers when the sea is calm.

Safety & Access At Deux Arches

Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.

Key Hazards

Overhead environment

Safety Notes

Keep buoyancy tight through the arches, avoid reef contact, and plan conservatively when current is up.

Access Restrictions

Boat access only; plan on a dive-boat day rather than a shore entry.

Legal Notes

The site sits in Réserve Naturelle Marine de La Réunion, so follow reserve and operator guidance for protected reef use.

Local Intel For Deux Arches

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Scuba Diving

A shallow-to-moderate dive with arch swim-throughs around 5 m and 9 m.

Freediving

Shallow enough for trained freedivers in calm conditions, but it is best treated as a controlled, short session rather than a long traverse.

Snorkeling

Snorkeling is possible on calm days because the arches sit shallow in clear water. The best sessions stay near the reef top and avoid stronger current.

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Wildlife at Deux Arches

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Deux Arches Guide - Sources and Updates

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Research Sources

pro.reunion.fr · Official Tourism Guide

Saint-Leu dive-zone clarity and all-level framing.

voyageplongee.com · Operator Dive Center

Boat logistics, marine life, coral types, and current/visibility notes.

www.france.fr · Official Tourism

Two arches at 5m and 9m plus beginner guidance.

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