Colorful coral reef with vibrant marine life in an underwater ecosystem.
Seychelles · Mahé - NE Beau Vallon Bay

L'Îlot

Also known as: I'ilot, Lilôt

Best time to dive

October to December; April to May; October to November

What you might see

  • Manta rayPossible
  • Sea turtlePossible
  • Whale sharkLikely

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

Safety notes

Strong current; swim-throughs require experience

Permits & fees

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Beau Vallon, Mahé

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