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La Grotte Amedien

Discover the breathtaking beauty of the "Grotte Amédien" cave located in the mesmerizing waters of France. This incredible dive site is accessible once you have mastered your buoyancy, offering a memorable underwater experience. Although shallow, with the entrance at a depth of 8m, the cave stretches out providing an immersive mineral atmosphere. As you explore further, you'll encounter a captivating coral garden.

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

6.8
Above Average

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

advanced
expert

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

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for La Grotte Amedien
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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.

Sunrise at La Grotte Amedien: 06:00
Sunset at La Grotte Amedien: 18:00

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.

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Best Overall
6:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.8m (5.5s), Wind: 24.5 m/s

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Best Night
1:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.72m, Wind: 21.8 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for La Grotte Amedien
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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

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for La Grotte Amedien

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for La Grotte Amedien

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

21.6°C / 70.9°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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