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Tête d’Homme et Tête de Cheval
Tete d'Homme et Tete de Cheval: protected boat dive in the Lavezzi reserve
Local operator required
Local operator planning is part of the normal Bonifacio and Lavezzi setup.
This Lavezzi boat dive rewards careful trim around rock heads, walls, and canyons, with clear-reserve water and strong fish life.
About Tête d’Homme et Tête de Cheval
Tete d'Homme et Tete de Cheval is a protected-reserve boat dive in the Lavezzi Islands with two rock heads, wall-and-canyon relief, and rich Mediterranean fish life. It is normally dived from Bonifacio with a local operator, so the day's sea and wind choice matters more than shore logistics, and the site rewards controlled buoyancy around the rocks.
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Research Estimate At Tête d’Homme et Tête de Cheval
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Where Is Tête d’Homme et Tête de Cheval?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Tête d’Homme et Tête de Cheval Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 30m
Depth Note
A rock head rises from deep water and the wall-and-canyon profile continues below it.
Best Season
April to November
Typical Conditions
Boat dive in clear reserve water with walls, canyons, and rock heads. The site is best when the operator can pick a calm day and the buoyancy line stays tight.
Safety & Access At Tête d’Homme et Tête de Cheval
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environmentRestricted access
Safety Notes
Keep trim tight around the rocks, stay within reserve guidance, and treat the descent as a genuine mid-range dive.
Access Restrictions
Protected-reserve procedures apply, and the site is normally dived from Bonifacio with a local operator.
Legal Notes
The reserve protects sensitive habitats; follow reserve rules and no-take restrictions, and respect any zones where diving is not allowed.
Local Intel For Tête d’Homme et Tête de Cheval
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for guided scuba around the rock heads and canyons, with careful buoyancy as you move away from the rocks.
Freediving
Freedive use is secondary; it is really a scuba wall-and-canyon site rather than a casual breath-hold spot.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is better for the broader reserve than for this deeper wall site.
Wildlife at Tête d’Homme et Tête de Cheval
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Tête d’Homme et Tête de Cheval
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Tête d’Homme et Tête de Cheval
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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