French Reef Dive Site — St. Maarten

French Reef dive site in St. Maarten

About French Reef

Located on the French side border, this extensive reef system features a dramatic drop-off from 10 to 30 metres with overhangs and small caves. Spotted moray eels peer out from crevices, and schools of blue tang sweep across the reef in shimmering waves. The deeper sections harbour black coral trees and occasional nurse shark resting spots.

Site Information

  • Depth: 10–30 m
  • Difficulty: intermediate
  • Site type: Wall
  • Region: St. Maarten

Highlights

  • Drop-off
  • Spotted morays
  • Schools of blue tang

Marine Life at French Reef

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