Indian Ocean · Seychelles
Seychelles
Granite pinnacles & whale sharks.
Destination snapshot
Best time
Apr–May, Oct–Nov
Water temp
78–84°F
Visibility
60–100 ft
Skill level
All levels
Flight time (US)
Long-haul
Great for
Luxury · Remote
Why visit
Iconic granite formations, whale sharks in Aug–Nov, and healthy reefs across Mahé & the outer islands.
Best dive sites
- Shark Bank
- Brissare Rocks
- Alice in Wonderland
- Aldabra Atoll
Best snorkeling spots
- St Anne Marine Park
- Anse Lazio
What you may see underwater
Interesting fact
Aldabra Atoll, a UNESCO site 700 miles from Mahé, is a nearly untouched giant lagoon that only a handful of liveaboards visit each year.
Who this destination is best for
- Couples
- Adventurers
Frequently asked questions
- Where do most divers go?
- Inner islands (Mahé, Praslin, La Digue) for accessible reef diving and granite boulder sites.
- Best time to dive?
- April–May and October–November for glassiest water between monsoon changes.
- Whale sharks?
- Yes — reliable August–October off Mahé.
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At a glance
- Region
- Indian Ocean
- Country
- Seychelles
- Best season
- Apr–May, Oct–Nov
- Water temp
- 78–84°F
- Visibility
- 60–100 ft
- Skill level
- All levels
- Flight from US
- Long-haul
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