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POINTE AUX FOUS
Easy boat reef with coral strips and fish-rich shallows.
Deshaies reef with a shallow coral strip, sandy run, and fish-rich coral massifs.
About POINTE AUX FOUS
Pointe aux Fous is a Deshaies boat reef with a coral strip at the cliff foot, a sandy band, and large coral massifs that keep the dive interesting without pushing it out of reach for newer divers. It is a relaxed Caribbean site with lots of reef life, shallow entry points, and enough structure for a comfortable guided dive or calm-day snorkel outing.
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Research Estimate At POINTE AUX FOUS
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is POINTE AUX FOUS?
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Community sourced coordinates.
POINTE AUX FOUS Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 16m
Depth Note
The site begins in the shallow reef band and reaches the mid-teens at the herbarium edge.
Best Season
December to May, when Guadeloupe's diving window is usually easiest.
Typical Conditions
Sheltered cliff-foot reef conditions with shallow coral, sandy bands, and generally easy guided dives.
Safety & Access At POINTE AUX FOUS
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficSharp coral
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy gentle over the coral strip and follow the guide on calm-day entries.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; calm seas make the shallow reef easiest.
Legal Notes
Use a licensed local operator and follow boat, weather, and site briefing guidance.
Local Intel For POINTE AUX FOUS
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A shallow-to-moderate profile from about 6 m down to 17 m.
Freediving
Possible in the shallow band, but the site is mainly a relaxed scuba and snorkeling reef.
Snorkeling
Boat-supported snorkeling works on calm days over the shallow coral strip.
Wildlife at POINTE AUX FOUS
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At POINTE AUX FOUS
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At POINTE AUX FOUS
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
