Introductory Dive and Exploration Dive – Cousteau Reserve

Right on the shore at Malendure Beach, with breathtaking views of the Pigeon Islets, the team at the Centre des Ilets welcomes you all year round: introductory dives (from 8 years old) and exploration dives for all levels.

Right on the shore at Malendure beach, with breathtaking views of the Pigeon Islets, the team at the diving centre welcomes you all year round: introductory dives (from 8 years old) and exploration dives for all levels.

Jean-Marie, Cathy, Philippe & Delphine and their team look forward to sharing their passion with you at this unmissable spot in Guadeloupe. The crystal-clear water, its corals and tropical fish, and the water temperature (28 degrees) make the Cousteau Reserve National Park a prime location for discovery (introductory dives or snorkelling) or exploration at all levels, under the guidance of experienced instructors.

• Introductory dive&&

A 20-minute introductory dive for adults to a maximum depth of 6 metres; for children under 12, a 15-minute dive between 1 and 3 metres deep, with one instructor per person. 1½ hours at the nature reserve to also enjoy swimming and snorkelling. Full equipment provided. Boat departures at 10.00, 13.00 or 15.00. Suitable for ages 7–8 and above. Please arrive half an hour before the boat departs.

Warning: Do not fly within 12 hours of your dive.

• Exploration diving – Pigeon Islets&&

In the Pigeon Islets, you can dive to depths of up to 60 metres. Several sites are usually offered to divers, including ‘Pointe Barracuda’, ‘Tombant aux Carangues’, ‘La Piscine’, ‘L’Aquarium’ and ‘Le Jardin de Corail’. You’ll discover corals and gorgonians, as well as countless tropical fish, and are sure to come face to face with a turtle. A reduced rate is available for self-sufficient, fully equipped divers, but you can also take advantage of packages that include equipment and/or guidance.

• 6-dive packages – Pigeon Islets&&

The packages are aimed at certified divers, divers with their own equipment, and self-guided or independent divers with their own equipment (minimum of 2 people). You can choose your diving days and times in advance, but you’ll also be able to change these during your first visit in consultation with club members.