Boat access from Paul-Thomas and level-2 suitability.
LE STANIOR
Guadeloupe drop-off dive with barrel sponges and pelagic fish.
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About LE STANIOR
LE STANIOR is a Guadeloupe boat dive off Deshaies built around a large coral mass that runs parallel to the coast and drops away into open water. The site is known for barrel sponges, schooling fish, and regular pelagic action, so it suits divers who want an easy boat run with real wall-style structure and plenty of life.
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LE STANIOR Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 30m
Depth Note
The site starts on a 15m contour and rises to 30m around two rocky peaks.
Best Season
Year-round, with especially reliable conditions in the warmer months.
Typical Conditions
Large coral mass, barrel sponges, schooling fish, and pelagic movement around a drop-off are the ordinary pattern.
Safety & Access At LE STANIOR
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Keep ordinary open-water buoyancy discipline and treat the drop-off as the main feature rather than a sheltered reef.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; intermediate divers are the natural fit for the deeper coral-mass profile.
Legal Notes
No special permit is listed; follow normal boat and marine-area rules.
Local Intel For LE STANIOR
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Intermediate-certified divers can follow the two peaks and drop-off with normal boat briefings and solid buoyancy.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the structure and fish action are better handled with scuba.
Snorkeling
The main structure sits below comfortable snorkel range.
LE STANIOR Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at LE STANIOR
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Wildlife at LE STANIOR
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