Baie Ternay Marine Park
Also known as: Bay Ternay
Best time to dive
May to September; October to April
What you might see
- Flamboyant cuttlefishLikely
- Sea turtleLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Open Water
Snorkelling
Snorkel-friendly - Yes - Baie Ternay is among recommended Seychelles snorkeling spots, often combined with diving on day trips
Safety notes
Boat traffic within the bay; seasonal surge/swell during NW monsoon months
Permits & fees
Official Marine National Park (Baie Ternay Marine National Park, SPGA-managed, often paired administratively with Port Launay Marine National Park) - entrance fee applies to visitors; exact current fee amount unconfirmed
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Bel Ombre, Mahé
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.