France

Bouillante

Bouillante is a coastal town on Basse-Taille Bay in Guadeloupe, a department of France in the Caribbean. It’s not a major international diving hub, but its location on the Caribbean coast makes it a practical access point for local dive operations. Nearby reefs and coastal sites are typically accessible by short boat rides from Bouillante, with a focus on reef dives, wall drops, and marine life typical of tropical Caribbean waters. The area hosts several dive centers offering local charters, PADI/SSI courses, equipment rental, and shore access from the bay. Water is warm with clear visibility in good conditions, and encounters commonly include tropical fish, reef checks, turtles, and occasional rays.

Essential information for traveling in France

About France

Sea
Mediterranean Sea - Western Basin, Celtic Sea, ...
Timezone
America/Guadeloupe
Languages
FR
Demonym
French
Phone prefix
+33

Practicalities

Currency
EUR
Plug type
Type C, Type E, Type F
Airports
CDG ORY MRS NCE TLS

Diving specifics

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

Dive sites and dive centers around Bouillante

Nearby Dive Sites (38)

Nearby Dive Centers (8)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Bouillante

The best time to dive in Bouillante

The best months to dive in Bouillante are from August to September. Temperatures are confortable (28°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
25 °C 28 °C 7/10
02 - Feb.
24 °C 27 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
25 °C 28 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
26 °C 28 °C 7/10
05 - May
26 °C 29 °C 6/10
06 - Jun.
27 °C 29 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
27 °C 29 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
28 °C 30 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
28 °C 30 °C 7/10
10 - Oct.
27 °C 30 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
26 °C 29 °C 7/10
12 - Dec.
25 °C 28 °C 7/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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