Diving the Le Souffleur Wreck

Site Overview

Wreck of Le Souffleur is a wreck dive site in Corsica, France, reached from the base town of Ajaccio. Le Souffleur is a WWII submarine wreck in 18-35 m off Ajaccio, its hull draped in marine growth and sheltering groupers. It is one of Corsica’s most historic wreck dives for advanced divers. The site reaches a maximum depth of 35 m with an average profile around 25 m and a shallow start near 18 m, which places it firmly in the advanced category and means divers should hold at least an Advanced Open Water certification. Conditions are typical of the French coastal coast: visibility generally runs from 15 to 32 metres, the current is moderate, and the water temperature ranges between 14 and 26 degrees Celsius with low surge exposure. The marine community is centred on Conger Eel, Dusky Grouper, Common Barracuda, Common Octopus, Red Gorgonian, Two-banded Seabream, and the full species list is detailed below for divers planning a trip. Wreck of Le Souffleur is a strong representative of why Corsica diving is so highly regarded, blending the geology, history and biodiversity that define French underwater exploration. It pairs naturally with the other sites of the Corsica region for a varied holiday, and with the right thermal protection and, where relevant, the correct specialist training, it offers a memorable dive for photographers, naturalists and wreck or reef enthusiasts alike.