Basse Terre

Basse-Terre, as the administrative region at the western part of Guadeloupe, offers tropical Caribbean diving around a volcanic island group in the Lesser Antilles. The region is dominated by saltwater from the Caribbean Sea with access points from the main city areas and coastal communities. Diving activity centers on reef systems, wall dives, and coastal wrecks near the island of Basse-Terre and nearby islets, with generally warm water and clear to moderately turbid conditions depending on currents and rainfall. The presence of the surrounding archipelago provides opportunities for shore and boat diving with a variety of marine life including reef fishes, rays, and occasional larger pelagic guests. The region is suitable for recreational divers and those exploring the southern Caribbean coastlines of Guadeloupe.