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Deux Arches
Shallow Saint-Leu reef with two lava arches and clear water.
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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.
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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
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
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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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Two arches at 5m and 9m plus beginner guidance.
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