Official tourism brochure with the Le Mât site description.
LE MAT is a volcanic-rock dive near Saint-Pierre.
LE MAT is a volcanic-rock dive near Saint-Pierre.
LE MAT is a volcanic-rock dive in Martinique with several clusters rising from a sandy bottom. The site is normally reached in a short transfer from Saint-Pierre and works best as a flexible shallow-to-mid-depth exploration, with routes that can adapt to the group and the day's conditions. Yellow sponges, schooling fish, and occasional current make it a lively alternative to a flatter reef.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 25m
Depth Note
Volcanic rock piles span roughly 6–25 m.
Typical Conditions
Volcanic rock clusters, shallow-to-mid depths, and possible current; plan a flexible route around the rocks.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Watch current and keep the group together so the route can be shortened if conditions change.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Several volcanic-rock clusters make this a flexible single-tank scuba dive with multiple route options.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Official tourism brochure with the Le Mât site description.
Local dive-center site with the Le Mât description and route notes.
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