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Lion de Mer
The Rock of “Lion de Mer“ or “Sea Lion“ is located in the bay of Saint Raphael and is quickly accessible by boat. This is one of the most beautiful sites of the Frejus Saint Raphael area, and is suitable for all diver levels. It allows you to observe all types of landscape: sand, herbarium, cave, and rock. You will need several dives here to discover all it has to offer.
With a great richness and diversity, this site is a privileged place for divers who love marine biology and photography. All the Mediterranean fauna and flora is represented here both night and day!
DIVE TYPES
- Wall/Drop Off
- Night Dive
- Macro Spot
- Wreck Dive
- Cavern/Cave
- Snorkeling
Level
- Beginner
- Advanced
Programs
- Extended Range (XR)
- Freediving
- Scuba
Entry
- Boat
Body of Water
- Salt
currents
- no
- moderate
Maximum Depth
- 19m
Visibility
- 16m
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DIVE SITES NEARBY
Grotte à Corail, Lion de Mer
