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Moyenne Quairolles is a deep Cavalaire rock dive with gorgonians.
Moyenne Quairolles is a deep Cavalaire rock dive with gorgonians.
Moyenne Quairolles is a deep Cavalaire rock dive in the 3 Caps zone, split into two sections with dramatic gorgonian-covered walls and a serious drop-off profile. It is a boat dive for certified divers who want barracudas, groupers and a classic Mediterranean wall, and it is best planned around calm weather because the site is exposed to wind and has no shelter.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 40m
Depth Note
Two rocky sections with the Grand Quairolle descending to around 40 m and gorgonian-covered drop-offs between 15 and 40 m.
Best Season
Winter
Typical Conditions
Rocky drop-offs with blue gorgonians, little current and significant wind exposure.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Treat it as a deep certified dive and avoid windy days because the site is exposed and unsheltered.
Access Restrictions
Best in good weather; the site is exposed to wind and offers no shelter.
Legal Notes
Stay within the 3 Caps protection-zone rules and follow the planned boat route.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Rock formation split into two areas, including a section that descends to about 40 m, with gorgonian-covered drop-offs.
Freediving
Not suitable for freediving; the site is a deep certified scuba dive.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site; the depth band is well beyond recreational surface exploration.
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.
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Research Sources
Tourism page with wind exposure, current and general visibility context.
Operator page with boat departures, protection-zone context and site depth.
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