Saziley is known for its white sandy islet that is revealed when the tide goes out. The pass is also where splendid dives are hidden. Usually, this is done as a drift dive. Depending on the tide, there can be a strong or mild current.
Ilot Bandrelé (or Banded Island) is on the east side. The departure is near a fringe. This is a typical reef of the Mahoran coasts. The islet is located in front of the club, about ten minutes of sailing time.
A mooring buoy is located near the beach, in front of the dive center. A perfect spot for beginners due to its shallow depth and clear water.
The rolling mill is a collapsed high bottom. Most of its surface is made of dead coral but some areas form canyons where life thrives.
This is a barge that used to carry large slabs of heather and is now lying in about 35 metres of water. Very little is known about this wreck.
An anchoring buoy is located at the northernmost point of the islet. Here we will observe small drop-offs and coral heads as we move away from it.
This is an easy shore dive. Immerse yourself and enjoy the typical architecture of Mayotte (fringing reef). Diving is accessible to all levels.
Also called “La Lolita“, La Passe Bandrelé is located north of the islet of the same name. This dive is a drift dive. It is a real valley of sand and isolated stones.
An arch a few metres wide at the heart of which is an old anchor covered with sponges and corals. Take pleasure in observing the gorgonians and soft coral that adorn it in the shadows.
The second to last buoy of the S-Pass, #8 is a dive for all levels starting at 4 meters, going down to 65 meters. At the foot of the latter stands the white sand dune crossing the channel from one end to the other.
This site is at the last buoy on the south side of the channel. 8B is a dive generally reserved for advanced divers. The drop-off is quite impressive and ends at 50m depth.
Last buoy of the S-shaped pass on the north side, the 7B is a dive for all levels starting at 4 meters going down to 65 meters. At the foot of the latter stands the white sand dune crossing the channel from one end to the other until the 8.
Located in the southeastern part of the channel, the #9 is interesting to dive heading due west. The configuration of the site is the same as all the pass entrance buoys. It has a staircase drop-off with steps at 25 and 40 meters.
No drop-offs here. You can meander between big reef blocks in 10-12 meters of water. The coral is brightly colored and the current is generally not very strong.
#7 is 15 meters deep. You arrive very quickly at the drop-off, which goes down to 55 meters. A nice dive on a clear day.