Seychelles · Praslin/La Digue channel
Ave Maria
Best time to dive
April to May; October to November
What you might see
- BarracudaPossible
- Eagle rayReliably seen
- Grey reef sharkLikely
- Moray eelLikely
- Napoleon wrasseLikely
- Sea turtleReliably seen
- Whale sharkPossible
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 explicitly confirmed; calm currents and moderate depth on shallower sections suggest possible viability over the shallow granite boulders
Safety notes
Relatively few hazards noted; boat traffic in the inter-island channel; standard granite boulder topography
Permits & fees
No specific marine park permit/fee identified
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: La Digue
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.

