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Gros Islets are described as showing groupers, rays, and turtles in one dive.
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Baleine de Gros Ilet
Boat wreck dive near Gros Islets with clear water and reef life.
Best as an organized boat dive off Gustavia; keep buoyancy tight and plan for a shallow wreck profile with easy conditions.
About Baleine de Gros Ilet
Baleine de Gros Ilet is a boat wreck dive around the Gros Islets, centered on the Non Stop and Dakar wrecks in clear Caribbean water off Gustavia. The site is shallow enough to suit newer wreck divers, but it still needs good buoyancy and a local briefing because the wrecks sit offshore near the island's shipping patterns. Expect a relaxed wreck-and-reef dive with fish, turtles, and coral structure rather than a shore-access site.
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Research Estimate At Baleine de Gros Ilet
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
Where Is Baleine de Gros Ilet?
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Baleine de Gros Ilet Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
8m - 20m
Depth Note
The wrecks are described around 20 m, with accessible depths in the mid-teens and a shallower average around the islet.
Typical Conditions
Clear water, a shallow wreck profile, and mixed-experience boat diving.
Safety & Access At Baleine de Gros Ilet
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Keep neutral buoyancy around the wrecks and do not try to reach or penetrate any wreck structure without local guidance.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only, with wreck briefing and buoyancy discipline expected.
Legal Notes
Treat the far wrecks as local-guide territory rather than independent swim-around targets.
Local Intel For Baleine de Gros Ilet
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Scuba Diving
A shallow wreck dive suitable for building wreck-diving experience and keeping the profile relaxed.
Wildlife at Baleine de Gros Ilet
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Recent Logged Visits At Baleine de Gros Ilet
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Baleine de Gros Ilet
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