France

Deshaies

Deshaies in Guadeloupe sits on the northwest coast of Basse-Terre Island along the Caribbean Sea. It’s a practical gateway for divers visiting Guadeloupe, with a handful of local dive centers offering day trips to nearby reef sites, walls, and macro dive opportunities. Coastal access is straightforward from the town, and nearby sites can provide varied conditions suitable for both beginners and more experienced divers. The area is known for clear tropical waters, frequent marine life such as reef fish, and occasional larger pelagics at outer reefs. If you’re staying in Deshaies, expect short boat transfers to several nearby dive sites and a relaxed, practical base for exploring Guadeloupe’s underwater terrain.

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 Deshaies

Nearby Dive Sites (17)

Nearby Dive Centers (4)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Deshaies

The best time to dive in Deshaies

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

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
26 °C 28 °C 7/10
02 - Feb.
26 °C 27 °C 6/10
03 - Mar.
26 °C 28 °C 7/10
04 - Apr.
26 °C 28 °C 6/10
05 - May
27 °C 28 °C 5/10
06 - Jun.
28 °C 28 °C 5/10
07 - Jul.
28 °C 29 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
28 °C 29 °C 6/10
09 - Sept.
28 °C 30 °C 7/10
10 - Oct.
28 °C 30 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
27 °C 29 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
26 °C 28 °C 6/10

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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