pointe de Dumbéa
About pointe de Dumbéa
Dive site at the outer entrance of the Dumbéa pass featuring a plateau around 14 m that drops down to about 40 m. The dive can be done as a drift dive in an incoming current, or as a more stationary dive. With an incoming current, schools of grey reef sharks can be seen in the channel, with potential sightings of pelagic species such as hammerheads, dogtooth tuna, great white sharks, and bull sharks.
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pointe de Dumbéa Planning Details
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Reported Depth
14m - 40m
Depth Note
Plateau at about 14 m with a drop-off to around 40 m.
Typical Conditions
Can be dived as a drift dive during an incoming current, or as a static dive.
Safety & Access At pointe de Dumbéa
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Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Incoming current can create drift conditions; plan accordingly and be aware of shark activity in the channel.
Local Intel For pointe de Dumbéa
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Scuba
Suitable for either a drift dive in an incoming current or a static dive along the plateau and drop-off.
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