Dive centre · Saint-Louis · Guadeloupe
4.8115 Google reviewsSub Galante Sarl Man'Balaou
Experience the calm waters of Saint Louis bay aboard a purpose-built boat designed specifically for diver comfort.
What sets this centre apart
- Operating since 1991
- Located in the calmest bay on Marie Galante
- Boat specifically designed for diver comfort
- Over 30 years of local diving experience
- Active commitment to local marine protection
- Deep knowledge of local marine biology
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Sub Galante Sarl Man'Balaou about the centre
Manbalaou has been a fixture of the Marie Galante diving scene since 1991. With over three decades of experience on the island, the centre offers a deep understanding of the local seabed, weather patterns, and island culture.
The centre is strategically located in the Saint Louis bay, which provides the calmest diving conditions on the island. This sheltered location ensures a stable environment for both novice divers and those looking for a relaxing outing.
The club and its team
The centre is led by instructor Jean-Luc Blanc and has maintained a consistent presence on the island for 33 years. This long-standing history is built on a thorough knowledge of the local marine ecosystems.
Manbalaou is actively involved in the protection of the island's marine life and habitats. This commitment to environmental conservation is a core part of their operation and local identity.
The centre at a glance
- Affiliation
- FFESSM · CMAS
- Operating since
- 1991
- Languages spoken
- French
- Website available in
- French
- Management
- French
- Boats
- 1 · bateau spécialement conçu pour le confort des plongées
- Access and transfers
- Situé dans la baie de Saint Louis, la plus calme de l'île
- Phone
- +590 690 42 97 70
- Address
- 22 Avenue des Caraïbes, Saint Louis de Marie-Galante 97134, Guadeloupe
- Official website
- manbalaou.com ↗
Courses on offer
The centre offers introductory diving sessions, specifically baptême de plongée, for those new to the underwater world. These sessions allow you to experience the marine environment in a controlled, calm setting.
The boats
The centre operates its own boat, which has been specifically designed to ensure maximum comfort for divers during excursions. This dedicated vessel allows for efficient transit to various sites within the bay.
Diving conditions
Dives are conducted in the Saint Louis bay, which is noted as the calmest area on the island. The centre is closed for annual maintenance from 23 August to 18 October.
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