Anse Christophe
The dive begins in the 6 meters zone and gradually descends to a maximum depth of 22 meters. Throughout the dive, divers can marvel at an abundance of fascinating marine life, including various species of lobsters such as royal and Brazilian, as well as mesmerizing green morays, diodons, and French angelfish.
One notable feature of Ilet Christophe is a large flat rock that acts as a central point of exploration during the 60-minute dive. Beyond this rock, divers have the option to venture further and reach another stone, leading to a descent of up to 35 meters. For those seeking even greater depths, a drop-off is available, allowing for a deep dive before returning safely along the initial flat rock towards the anchorage.
The dive concludes in a vast shallow mud area, characterized by its unique ecosystem. Alternatively, if fortunate with favorable weather conditions, divers may witness the radiant hues of the Caribbean come to life as sunlight penetrates the water.
With excellent visibility of up to 18 meters, Ilet Christophe offers a rewarding and accessible diving experience suitable for divers of varying skill levels, from beginners to advanced. Situated in Bouillante, Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe, 97125, France, this remarkable dive site provides an unforgettable underwater adventure in the heart of the Caribbean.
Diving Conditions Score for Anse Christophe
Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Anse Christophe
Depth
18m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Anse Christophe
Wave Height
0.82m
Wind Speed
8.6 m/s
Water Temp
29.2°C
Visibility
3.14km
Cloud Cover
95%
Wave Period
5.25s
Air Temperature
30.4°C
Precipitation
0.2 mm
Dive Score Chart for Anse Christophe
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 7.872028654970761/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.64m, Wind 4.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.580735028248588/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Anse Christophe are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.64m (5.7s), Wind: 4.3 m/s
Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.62m, Wind: 2.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Anse ChristopheAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Anse Christophe
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Anse Christophe
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Anse Christophe
Ideal Conditions for Anse Christophe
Water Temp
26.6°C / 79.9°F
May
Visibility
14.0m / 45.9ft
October
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Anse Christophe
Anse Christophe shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.4°C) and January the coldest (21.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.1m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). June is usually the driest month with 0.5mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026