La Grotte Amedien
Prepare to be amazed by the sublime mineral ambiance within the cave. Copper hatches, majestic king and Brazilian lobsters, lively schools of "pisquettes," graceful green and spotted moray eels, elusive octopuses, and cave shrimp gracefully inhabit this underwater wonderland.
Upon entering the cave, you will find yourself in a spacious chamber with two enticing paths. To the right lies a mineral corridor, while the left leads to an area that ascends to the surface through an air dome. Navigating this magnificent cave requires careful attention to lighting and buoyancy control. Spend approximately 20 minutes exploring the wonders of the Amedian Grotto before venturing towards the Amedian garden. To conclude your dive, you'll make your way back to the boat's anchorage point, a journey that takes around 30 to 40 minutes. Don't forget to keep an eye out for the magnificent coral formations known as the "Horns of Elk."
With an impressive visibility of 27m and a maximum depth of 16m, this dive site is ideal for advanced and expert divers seeking a thrilling underwater adventure. Located near Trace des Pêcheurs, Anse-Bertrand, Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe, 97121, France, this destination offers an unforgettable dive experience in the heart of nature's aquatic wonders. Start planning your exploration of the enchanting Grotte Amédien today.
Diving Conditions Score for La Grotte Amedien
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for La Grotte Amedien
Depth
16m
Visibility
27m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for La Grotte Amedien
Wave Height
0.92m
Wind Speed
28.4 m/s
Water Temp
28.3°C
Visibility
9.68km
Cloud Cover
34%
Wave Period
5.35s
Air Temperature
29.2°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Dive Score Chart for La Grotte Amedien
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.359136363636363/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.8m, Wind 24.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.119301801801802/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at La Grotte Amedien 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: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.8m (5.5s), Wind: 24.5 m/s
Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.72m, Wind: 21.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for La Grotte AmedienAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at La Grotte Amedien
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 La Grotte Amedien
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for La Grotte Amedien
Ideal Conditions for La Grotte Amedien
Water Temp
21.6°C / 70.9°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for La Grotte Amedien
La Grotte Amedien shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.6°C) and December the coldest (17.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm 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 22, 2026