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Dive Spot Guide•
Tiboulen de Maire
Tiboulen de Maire is a sheltered Marseille boat dive with a tunnel.
Local operator required
A local Marseille boat operator is the practical way to reach the cove and time the tunnel in calm conditions.
Boat dive in a sheltered calanque west of the islet, with easy mooring, a shallow tunnel, and a rocky drop-off for calm-weather sessions.
About Tiboulen de Maire
Tiboulen de Maire is a sheltered Marseille cove dive on the west side of the islet, with easy boat mooring and a rocky line that rewards calm-water timing. The route runs from the mooring along boulders and a shallow tunnel before easing into a deeper outer slope, so the site offers a clear progression from easy navigation to richer rock life. It is a good re-adaptation dive for beginners, photo work, and relaxed exploration when the sea is quiet.
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Research Estimate At Tiboulen de Maire
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Tiboulen de Maire?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Tiboulen de Maire Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 25m
Depth Note
The shallow tunnel sits around 6-8 m, boulder formations around 18-20 m, and the outer drop-off reaches about 25 m.
Best Season
spring through autumn, especially calm east-wind days
Typical Conditions
Sheltered cove conditions, a shallow tunnel, boulder zones, and a calm-water outer slope.
Safety & Access At Tiboulen de Maire
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environmentRestricted access
Safety Notes
Treat the tunnel as an overhead feature and keep the dive to quiet sea states. The outer slope is rockier and deeper than the entry cove.
Access Restrictions
Boat access and calm-sea conditions matter; the tunnel should only be approached when the sea is quiet.
Legal Notes
Mooring and diving are regulated in the Marseille calanques area, so operators need to follow local restrictions.
Local Intel For Tiboulen de Maire
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A boat drop into the sheltered cove leads to boulders, a shallow tunnel, and a calmer outer slope.
Wildlife at Tiboulen de Maire
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Tiboulen de Maire
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Tiboulen de Maire
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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