In Saint-Leu, the sea isn’t just something to admire from the beach or your bedroom window. It can also be explored beneath the surface, in one of the west coast’s most renowned diving spots.
Every dive in Réunion’s marine nature reserve reveals spectacular biodiversity. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced diver, numerous dive centers based at the port of Saint-Leu offer introductory dives for ages 8 and up, certification courses, and night dives.
With Scubananas, marvel at the colorful overhanging coral arches, colonized shipwrecks, and—if you’re lucky—sea turtles, stingrays, and groupers. As you explore, you might come across the Picasso triggerfish, the butterflyfish, or the elusive lionfish lurking among the corals. The underwater treasure hunt in Saint-Leu can begin as soon as your snorkeling session starts.
From July through October, keep your ears open for the songs of humpback whales, which sometimes echo down into the depths. It’s hard not to be moved when their songs accompany your dive. To observe them offshore, book a whale-watching tour that adheres to whale-friendly practices. You might spot a fin, a blow, or a calf surfacing.
