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Regional Guadeloupe visibility baseline.
Dive Spot Guide•
Pointe Mahaut
Quiet, shallow Cousteau Reserve reef with easy boat access.
Local operator required
Boat access is normally arranged through a local dive center.
Pointe Mahaut sits inside the Cousteau Reserve on the Pointe-Noire side of Basse-Terre, where protected water and straightforward boat access make for an easygoing dive.
About Pointe Mahaut
Pointe Mahaut is a boat-access reef in the Cousteau Reserve on the Pointe-Noire side of Guadeloupe. It is a shallow, protected site with a calm feel and a reputation for being rarely visited, so it suits relaxed exploration, simple boat logistics, and easy wildlife watching among reef fish, corals, and turtles in clear Caribbean water.
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Research Estimate At Pointe Mahaut
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessSimple entry
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityVery quiet
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Pointe Mahaut?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Pointe Mahaut Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 20m
Depth Note
Shallow site with a stated range from 10 m to 20 m.
Best Season
Year-round, with comfortable water through most of the year.
Typical Conditions
Sheltered, shallow reef water with calm conditions and easy exploration.
Safety & Access At Pointe Mahaut
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Use the fixed mooring carefully and keep an eye on boat pickup timing.
Access Restrictions
Boat access from Pointe-Noire; the reserve uses fixed moorings.
Legal Notes
Protected marine area rules apply, including fixed moorings and no anchoring.
Local Intel For Pointe Mahaut
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A relaxed shallow reef dive suited to easy exploration and mixed-level groups.
Freediving
The shallow, sheltered water can work for apnée when conditions are calm and the boat plan is simple.
Snorkeling
Calm, protected water and reef structure make it a comfortable snorkeling option on the reserve's easy days.
Recent Logged Visits At Pointe Mahaut
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Pointe Mahaut
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
