Channel Rock

Best time to dive

April to May; October to November; August to October; September to November

What you might see

• BarracudaLikely
• Eagle rayPeak season
• Grey reef sharkLikely
• Moray eelLikely
• Napoleon wrasseLikely
• Sea turtleLikely
• Whale sharkPeak season

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 - Limited - occasionally done in calm conditions near the surface where granite boulders nearly break the surface, but strong currents and boat traffic make it primarily a scuba/drift site rather than a true snorkel site

Safety notes

Strong/unpredictable currents, boat traffic in the Praslin-La Digue channel, potential for surge around exposed granite rocks; site suited to experienced drift divers

Permits & fees

No site-specific permit found; general Seychelles Marine National Park entry fees may apply for protected areas nearby (e.g., Curieuse, Ste Anne) - none specifically documented for Channel Rock itself (VERIFY)

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: La Digue