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Dive Spot Guide•
Les Pharillons
Boat dive off Île Maïre with arches, a drop-off, and exposed rock.
Boat-only Marseille site where rocky arches, steep relief, and fish life reward a calm-weather plan.
About Les Pharillons
Les Pharillons is a boat-access dive off the south side of Île Maïre in Marseille, built around two rocky stacks, arches, and a steep drop-off. It rewards a slow circuit of the arches and wall rather than a long swim, so the site works best for divers who like structure and fish life more than easy access. Calm weather helps, but the exposed setting means visibility and current can change around the rocks.
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Research Estimate At Les Pharillons
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Les Pharillons?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Les Pharillons Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
8m - 45m
Depth Note
A shallow start leads into arches and a steep drop-off, with the main relief running down into the mid-40s.
Best Season
Spring and autumn, especially in calm weather.
Typical Conditions
A steep drop-off, arches, and rocky relief make the dive compact but exposed. Expect Mediterranean fish life and more demanding conditions when the sea picks up.
Safety & Access At Les Pharillons
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong currentWaves
Safety Notes
Use a solid buoyancy plan and stay conservative near the drop-off and arches when current or chop is present.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only.
Legal Notes
Inside Parc national des Calanques; follow local park and mooring rules.
Local Intel For Les Pharillons
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for composed buoyancy and slow scanning of the arches and drop-off rather than covering distance.
Recent Logged Visits At Les Pharillons
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Les Pharillons
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
