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Les Arches
Les Arches is a boat dive through Corsican arches and rock passages.
Near Porto-Vecchio in Corsica, Les Arches is a boat-anchored dive with natural arches, rock passages, gorgonian growth, and a moderate profile for confident beginners and intermediates.
About Les Arches
Les Arches is a boat dive near Porto-Vecchio in Corsica, defined by multiple underwater arches and natural rock formations. The route is shaped by a boat-anchored descent and a structured profile that works well for confident beginners and intermediate divers, with Mediterranean flora and fauna and a strong emphasis on rock passages and fixed marine growth.
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Research Estimate At Les Arches
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Les Arches?
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Les Arches Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 20m
Depth Note
Maximum depth stated as 20 m.
Best Season
April to October
Typical Conditions
Boat-anchored route with natural arches, rock passages, and coralligenous growth; best on settled days.
Safety & Access At Les Arches
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Several arches create overhead areas; maintain appropriate clearance and awareness when passing under them.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only.
Legal Notes
Follow boat anchoring and site-briefing rules from your dive center.
Local Intel For Les Arches
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A boat dive with anchor-line descent through arches and rock passages.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site; the arch route is better suited to scuba.
Snorkeling
Not a strong snorkeling target because the arches and fish life sit below the surface.
Wildlife at Les Arches
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Les Arches
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Les Arches
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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