Djibouti · Bab el Mandab Strait

Seven Brothers Islands

Also known as: Sept Freres, Sawabi Islands

Best time to dive

November to February

What you might see

  • BarracudaLikely
  • DolphinLikely
  • Hammerhead sharkPeak season
  • Manta rayLikely
  • NudibranchLikely
  • Nurse sharkLikely
  • Whale sharkPeak season

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Not a snorkel site - Limited - possible in some sheltered spots but this is primarily a scuba/liveaboard destination due to strong currents and remoteness from shore

Safety notes

Strong/unpredictable currents, remote location far from medical facilities, deep wreck (White Lady, 30-35m) requires advanced/wreck training, only reachable by extended liveaboard

Permits & fees

Djibouti e-visa required for entry; liveaboard operators handle any marine access arrangements - no independent access; specific marine park fee amount not confirmed

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Djibouti City

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.