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Reserve management PDF referencing Trou Canard in a protected nesting sector.
Dive Spot Guide•
Trou Canard
Shallow lagoon dive in Petite Terre with passes, a chimney, and reef life.
Local operator required
Boat access and reserve management make this a guided site rather than a casual shore entry.
Boat access from Saint-François reaches a protected lagoon in Petite Terre. Expect three passes, a chimney finish, and steady reef life in shallow water.
About Trou Canard
Trou Canard is a shallow lagoon dive inside the Petite Terre reserve off Guadeloupe, reached by boat from Saint-François. The route moves from the lagoon through three passes and back through a chimney, so the site feels more like a guided lagoon circuit than a simple reef drop. Expect sheltered water, reserve-controlled access, mixed reef life, and a calm planning profile that suits steady buoyancy and careful boat timing.
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Research Estimate At Trou Canard
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
CurrentLight current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Trou Canard?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Trou Canard Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 8m
Depth Note
The dive begins in a shallow lagoon and the listed maximum depth is 8 m.
Best Season
Year-round; calmer weather windows are the easiest times to visit.
Typical Conditions
Sheltered lagoon water with a shallow profile, three passes, and a chimney section. Conditions are usually straightforward, but the narrow exits reward calm buoyancy.
Safety & Access At Trou Canard
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Overhead environmentRestricted access
Safety Notes
The lagoon is shallow, but the passes and chimney create tighter sections that reward controlled buoyancy and reserve-aware routing.
Access Restrictions
Protected reserve access and boat logistics apply; plan the visit through an operator familiar with Petite Terre rules.
Legal Notes
Trou Canard sits in a managed reserve area, so visitor conduct should follow reserve rules and the operator briefing.
Local Intel For Trou Canard
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Shallow guided scuba through the lagoon, passes, and chimney return. It suits relaxed control and easy navigation more than a deep profile.
Freediving
The shallow lagoon and protected setting can suit experienced freedivers, but the passes and chimney make this better as a guided, conservative outing.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling can work in the shallow lagoon when reserve access and operator briefing allow, with the calmest water usually inside the lagoon itself.
Wildlife at Trou Canard
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Trou Canard
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Trou Canard
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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