Passe St Jacques

Best time to dive

January to December

What you might see

• BarracudaLikely
• Eagle rayLikely
• Grey reef sharkLikely
• Moray eelLikely
• NudibranchLikely
• Sea turtleLikely

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 pass with strong current, scuba/drift-certified divers only

Safety notes

Strong/changeable currents (drift dive, risk of separation from group); shark encounters (generally considered safe with guided groups); requires Advanced Open Water certification

Permits & fees

No special permit; centers typically require Advanced Open Water certification or equivalent logged dive experience before booking

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Le Morne