L'Haï-Siang
Also known as: Hai-Siang, Hïa Sïang
Best time to dive
January to December; May to November
What you might see
- Manta rayLikely
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 - Not viable - deep offshore wreck (40-58m), boat-only access, scuba only
Safety notes
Deep/technical dive requiring careful gas planning and deco awareness; open-water boat entry/exit; not suitable for beginners
Permits & fees
Site lies within the Reserve Naturelle Marine de La Reunion (west coast reserve); no specific individual diver permit or fee confirmed - reserve rules chiefly restrict fishing/spearfishing; diving is done via registered/authorized dive centers
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Saint-Gilles-les-Bains
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.