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Travel guide describing the west coast of Basse-Terre and Pointe a Vache.
Dive Spot Guide•
La pointe à vache
Easy Basse-Terre reef with clear water and barracuda.
Local operator required
A local operator is the practical way to handle the boat run and keep the reef approach tidy.
Boat-access reef off west Basse-Terre with a gentle slope, clear water, and an easy profile that suits relaxed dives and snorkeling.
About La pointe à vache
La pointe a vache is an easy clear-water Basse-Terre reef with a shallow start, a gentle slope, and relaxed fish life. It works well as a simple boat dive where you can stay close to the rocks, enjoy the coral under the boat, and keep the profile calm. Moray eels, groupers, and seasonal barracuda are part of the appeal, along with the visibility that makes the site feel easy from the first drop.
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Research Estimate At La pointe à vache
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
CurrentNo current
Where Is La pointe à vache?
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La pointe à vache Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 20m
Depth Note
Rocky formations start around 5m and the slope runs to a sandy bottom at about 20m.
Best Season
Year-round on calm days.
Typical Conditions
Clear water, a gentle slope, and a relaxed profile.
Safety & Access At La pointe à vache
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Sharp coral
Safety Notes
Keep the dive relaxed over the rocks and coral, and stay buoyant around the elkhorn coral under the boat.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; keep clear of the coral under the boat and use a local operator for the area.
Legal Notes
Follow local marine rules and operator instructions.
Local Intel For La pointe à vache
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A gentle descent runs from about 5 m down to a sandy bottom near 20 m.
Freediving
Calm-condition freediving is possible on the shallow reef, but the site is mainly a relaxed scuba target.
Snorkeling
The reef is visible from the surface and can work for snorkeling in calm water, though the main draw is the easy scuba profile.
Wildlife at La pointe à vache
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Recent Logged Visits At La pointe à vache
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Dive Spot Log Averages At La pointe à vache
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