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Independent Saint-Francois guide with Banc des Vaisseaux access and seasonal context.
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Roche Nord
Boat-access Guadeloupe bank reef with coral, sand patches, and fish life.
Boat-access reef bank off Saint-Francois on the Banc des Vaisseaux, with coral growth, white sand pockets, and an offshore profile. Best handled as a guided day-boat dive for reef life.
About Roche Nord
Roche Nord is a boat-access reef bank on the Banc des Vaisseaux off Saint-Francois, Guadeloupe. It combines coral growth, white sand patches, and a compact rocky profile that rewards steady reef exploration and fish spotting on a guided day boat. The site sits within the east-coast offshore circuit, so local operators should set the day plan and route.
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Research Estimate At Roche Nord
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Where Is Roche Nord?
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Roche Nord Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
8m - 20m
Depth Note
Listings place Roche Nord around 8-20 m on the Banc des Vaisseaux, with a reef line roughly 100 m long and white sand breaks between rock sections.
Best Season
December through May, when weather and boat conditions are usually steadier.
Typical Conditions
Offshore bank reef with coral growth, white sand breaks, and a mix of small reef fish plus occasional larger visitors.
Safety & Access At Roche Nord
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Access Restrictions
Remote offshore access means weather checks and operator approval matter. Expect certification checks before departure.
Legal Notes
Follow operator briefing, boat safety rules, and any local marine-area guidance; do not try to self-visit the bank.
Local Intel For Roche Nord
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A reef dive around 18 m depth.
Freediving
Only very experienced freedivers should consider it, and only on calm days. The offshore boat setup makes scuba the better default.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel-first site. The useful structure sits at dive depth, so a boat dive is the practical way to see it.
Wildlife at Roche Nord
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Roche Nord
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Roche Nord
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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