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Dive Spot Guide•
La grande Vallée
Steep offshore rock dive with gorgonians near Porto-Pollo.
Local operator required
Usually dived from Porto-Pollo by local charter boats.
Best for experienced boat divers; a short transfer, steep profile, and clear water reward controlled buoyancy.
About La grande Vallée
La Grande Vallée is a steep offshore rock dive near Porto-Pollo with a shallow top and a fast drop into deep sand. The rock face is covered with yellow anemones and gorgonians, and the site is known for big groupers, barracudas, and lurking morays. Exceptional visibility makes the relief easy to read, but the profile moves quickly from comfortable depth into a much deeper zone.
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Research Estimate At La grande Vallée
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Where Is La grande Vallée?
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La grande Vallée Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
13m - 45m
Depth Note
Rock head around 13 m, sloping down to sand at about 45 m.
Best Season
Clear-water windows with calm seas are best for reading the rock and gorgonian cover.
Typical Conditions
Exceptional visibility, a steep rocky relief, and a fast transition from the top of the rock to deep sand.
Safety & Access At La grande Vallée
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Watch the drop-off, keep trim tight, and plan gas and depth carefully if you descend past the top of the rock.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; plan with a local operator.
Legal Notes
Follow local dive-center briefings and any local rules in force for the Valinco coast.
Local Intel For La grande Vallée
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A classic rock dive for experienced divers who are comfortable managing a steep depth change.
Freediving
Only for highly confident freedivers; the top is shallow but the profile drops away fast.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to the shallow top and is not the main use case.
Wildlife at La grande Vallée
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At La grande Vallée
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Dive Spot Log Averages At La grande Vallée
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