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🇲🇶 Martinique

Martinique is a Caribbean island with scuba diving mainly in the North Atlantic/Caribbean Sea. Most dives are done from the coast around Fort-de-France and along the calmer bays toward areas like La Trinité and Sainte-Luce (often with shore entries or short boat rides). Conditions are typically warm year-round, with visibility that can be good but varies with swell and weather. You can expect a mix of coral and rocky reef habitats, volcanic drop-offs, and occasional wrecks, plus frequent chances to see reef fish and larger pelagics when conditions suit them. The island’s topography can also mean stronger currents on some sites, so local guidance is important for buoyancy and timing. Overall, Martinique is a solid year-round option for divers who like tropical reefs and want to combine diving with island landscapes and local culture; the main limitation is that exposures and vis can change quickly with passing fronts and coastal chop.

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About Martinique

Sea
Caribbean Sea and North Atlantic Ocean
Timezone
America/Martinique
Languages
FR
Demonym
French
Phone prefix
+596

Practicalities

Currency
EUR
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type E, Type F
Airports
FDF

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

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