Explore Mahé

Mahé, the largest island of Seychelles, offers a diving experience that is both captivating and diverse, making it a must-visit for enthusiasts worldwide. Nestled amidst the stunning beaches of Beau Vallon, the dive sites here are famed for their impressive granite formations and vibrant coral gardens, showcasing both hard and soft corals in a dazzling array of colors. These underwater landscapes provide a stunning backdrop as you explore the turquoise, crystalline waters, home to a variety of marine life.

Divers can expect to encounter schools of batfish, barracudas, and turtles, as well as impressive pelagics like grey reef sharks, white tip sharks, and, if you're lucky, the majestic whale shark or a graceful manta ray. With over 50 named dive sites scattered around the island, Mahé caters to all kinds of diving preferences, from shore dives to boat and liveaboard experiences. Whether you're navigating through intricate coral reefs or exploring deeper walls and wrecks, the biodiversity and beauty of Mahé's underwater world promise an unforgettable adventure. Additionally, the island's welcoming locals and charming seaside resorts make it an ideal base for your Seychelles diving holiday, offering both relaxation and exploration in equal measure.

Courses and Events

Open Water Diver

This world-renowned certification program is the best way to start your adventures of a lifetime as a certified diver. Customized training is combined with in-water practice sessions to give you the skills and experience you need to be truly comfortable underwater. You'll earn your Open Water Diver SSI certification.

11 February +41 More
EUR 550.00

Basic Diver

In the Basic Diver SSI program, you'll learn the skills and knowledge you need to dive to a depth of 12 meters with an SSI Professional. It's a great way to explore the underwater world in greater depth by giving diving a try. The entire Basic Diver program can be credited towards the Scuba Diver or Open Water Diver programs within 6 months, so you can move on to the next stage of your diving adventure.

11 February +322 More
EUR 135.00

Advanced Open Water Diver

If you can't decide which Specialty programs are right for you, sign up for the SSI Advanced Open Water Diver program! You'll be able to try deep diving and l\

11 February +322 More
EUR 475.00

Open Water Diver

This world-renowned certification program is the best way to start your adventures of a lifetime as a certified diver. Customized training is combined with in-water practice sessions to give you the skills and experience you need to be truly comfortable underwater. You'll earn your Open Water Diver SSI certification.

15 February +47 More
EUR 550.00

Scooter/DPV Explorer

Scooter/DPV Explorer diving

16 February +45 More
EUR 320.00

Divemaster

The Divemaster program is the first step d\

02 March +9 More
EUR 850.00

Assistant Instructor

The Assistant Instructor certification is the next step after the Divemaster in the diving instructor's career. If you wish to continue your career as a diving professional, you can complete the Instructor Training Course, pass the Instructor Assessment and become an Open Water Diving Instructor.

02 March +9 More
EUR 1,450.00

Dive Activity

Diving in Mahé

Mahé, the largest island of the Seychelles, offers exceptional dive sites for enthusiasts. Among the notable wreck dives is the Ennerdale Wreck, a British tanker resting on the ocean floor, home to diverse marine life like lionfish and groupers. This site is popular for its rich history and the vibrant underwater ecosystem it supports.

Dive travelers can explore popular shore dives at Baie Ternay, renowned for its clear waters and abundant coral gardens, perfect for spotting hawksbill turtles and rays. Night dives here reveal mesmerizing nocturnal marine behaviors, providing a different perspective on oceanic life. Mahé balances accessible shore dives with liveaboard options, ensuring divers can explore both coastal and remote underwater wonders.

Top Wildlife Sightings in Mahé

Mahé, the largest island of the Seychelles, offers a vibrant underwater ecosystem. Its coral reefs are home to a variety of common reef fish, including parrotfish, butterflyfish, and angelfish. Divers frequently encounter these colorful inhabitants, especially around popular dive sites like Beau Vallon and Anse Royale.

Seasonal highlights in Mahé’s waters include sightings of whale sharks, particularly from October to November, when these gentle giants are more likely to be seen. Hawksbill and green turtles are also notable residents, with nesting and hatching events occurring from December to March. Stingrays and eagle rays can be spotted throughout the year, increasing the allure for divers seeking encounters with larger marine species.

Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species: 200

Alamy-WaterFrame

Moray Eel
839 Sightings
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61
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26
M
49
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53
M
46
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47
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59
A
65
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102
O
120
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155
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56
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Hawksbill Turtle
425 Sightings
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26
F
7
M
26
A
25
M
29
J
13
J
24
A
36
S
58
O
82
N
60
D
39

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Total number of species: 25

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Eagle Ray
305 Sightings
J
11
F
29
M
38
A
25
M
26
J
15
J
13
A
10
S
21
O
25
N
70
D
22
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Green Turtle
291 Sightings
J
14
F
24
M
22
A
13
M
19
J
12
J
14
A
28
S
25
O
40
N
54
D
26

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Total number of species: 27

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Barracuda
184 Sightings
J
9
F
15
M
17
A
13
M
12
J
8
J
4
A
7
S
13
O
30
N
46
D
10

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Total number of species: 300

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Octopus
179 Sightings
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18
F
17
M
20
A
18
M
9
J
3
J
0
A
7
S
10
O
33
N
33
D
11

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Total number of species: 600

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Wrasse
86 Sightings
J
7
F
11
M
5
A
5
M
2
J
15
J
7
A
5
S
0
O
5
N
7
D
17

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Total number of species: 90

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Angelfish
684 Sightings
J
44
F
27
M
53
A
35
M
31
J
51
J
48
A
63
S
70
O
82
N
111
D
69

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Total number of species: 100

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Parrotfish
592 Sightings
J
49
F
36
M
46
A
33
M
26
J
31
J
34
A
58
S
61
O
86
N
87
D
45

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Total number of species: 130

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Butterfly Fish
574 Sightings
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37
F
26
M
43
A
15
M
26
J
41
J
41
A
49
S
58
O
79
N
93
D
66
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Total number of species: 12

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Lionfish
474 Sightings
J
48
F
21
M
20
A
36
M
12
J
30
J
29
A
37
S
45
O
71
N
100
D
25
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Whitetip Reef Shark
328 Sightings
J
15
F
21
M
23
A
19
M
21
J
11
J
9
A
22
S
24
O
63
N
82
D
18

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Total number of species: 80

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Stingrays
302 Sightings
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20
F
23
M
17
A
21
M
11
J
20
J
11
A
24
S
31
O
44
N
57
D
23

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Total number of species: 28

Udo Kefrig

Clownfish
280 Sightings
J
32
F
14
M
24
A
10
M
13
J
21
J
15
A
17
S
38
O
22
N
47
D
27

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Total number of species: 8

Alamy-Reinhard Dirscherl

Bannerfish
271 Sightings
J
16
F
14
M
4
A
12
M
7
J
19
J
25
A
41
S
38
O
30
N
37
D
28

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Total number of species: 85

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Surgeonfish
268 Sightings
J
23
F
18
M
10
A
9
M
13
J
17
J
18
A
16
S
29
O
33
N
56
D
26

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Total number of species: 3

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Trumpetfish
268 Sightings
J
28
F
7
M
11
A
9
M
7
J
15
J
15
A
21
S
42
O
41
N
51
D
21

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Total number of species: 130

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Pufferfish
230 Sightings
J
13
F
13
M
10
A
7
M
10
J
18
J
8
A
14
S
6
O
46
N
62
D
23

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Total number of species: 30

SSI-Peter-Schinck

Stonefish
183 Sightings
J
25
F
11
M
5
A
5
M
5
J
2
J
10
A
17
S
21
O
30
N
33
D
19

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Total number of species: 150

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Sweetlips and Grunts
149 Sightings
J
18
F
8
M
5
A
5
M
9
J
11
J
5
A
16
S
27
O
17
N
13
D
15

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Total number of species: 60

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Soldierfish
141 Sightings
J
7
F
13
M
15
A
5
M
7
J
14
J
6
A
11
S
11
O
11
N
16
D
25

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Total number of species: 25

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Boxfish
132 Sightings
J
17
F
11
M
16
A
2
M
10
J
6
J
2
A
11
S
7
O
23
N
21
D
6

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Total number of species: 250

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Scorpionfish
124 Sightings
J
26
F
3
M
5
A
7
M
15
J
11
J
2
A
3
S
8
O
19
N
14
D
11

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Total number of species: 90

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Goatfish
116 Sightings
J
12
F
11
M
5
A
13
M
8
J
5
J
8
A
5
S
9
O
4
N
19
D
17

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Total number of species: 110

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Snapper
115 Sightings
J
9
F
10
M
12
A
9
M
3
J
12
J
9
A
4
S
4
O
8
N
16
D
19

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Total number of species: 40

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Triggerfish
115 Sightings
J
7
F
10
M
11
A
3
M
5
J
12
J
6
A
13
S
14
O
8
N
6
D
20
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Grey Reef Shark
87 Sightings
J
9
F
2
M
10
A
8
M
2
J
0
J
0
A
6
S
22
O
16
N
8
D
4

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Total number of species: 350

Alamy-Andre Seal

Damselfish
78 Sightings
J
6
F
5
M
14
A
1
M
4
J
7
J
11
A
6
S
2
O
3
N
13
D
6

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Total number of species: 40

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Jackfish
65 Sightings
J
6
F
9
M
5
A
3
M
1
J
8
J
0
A
4
S
4
O
9
N
5
D
11

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Total number of species: 250

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Grouper/Basslets
54 Sightings
J
5
F
5
M
3
A
7
M
2
J
4
J
0
A
2
S
3
O
4
N
12
D
7

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Total number of species: 130

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Pipefish
53 Sightings
J
1
F
0
M
1
A
2
M
1
J
8
J
7
A
11
S
7
O
3
N
3
D
9

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Total number of species: 3000

SSI-Peter-Schinck

Nudibranch
51 Sightings
J
3
F
1
M
11
A
3
M
0
J
1
J
3
A
9
S
8
O
4
N
3
D
5

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Total number of species: 2

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Nurse Shark
50 Sightings
J
5
F
4
M
3
A
0
M
1
J
9
J
0
A
2
S
5
O
12
N
9
D
0

The best Months to Dive in Mahé

Mahé, the largest island in Seychelles, offers exceptional diving conditions year-round. Water temperatures remain pleasantly warm, ranging from 26°C–29°C/79°F–84°F, making it ideal for divers in any season. Visibility generally varies between 15 to 30 meters/49 to 98 feet, providing clear views of the abundant marine life and coral reefs. Diving is possible throughout the year, but the period from May to October may present challenges due to the southeast trade winds. These can cause stronger currents and slightly reduced visibility. The calmer months from November to April offer optimal conditions, with lighter winds and gentler currents, perfect for exploring Mahé's underwater beauty.

Dive Centers

BLUE SEA DIVERS

Beau Vallon - Derriere restaurant la plage, 0000 MAHE, SYC

Dive Sites

BLUE SEA DIVERS, 0000 MAHE

Ile au Vache (★4.6)

About 10 hours from the island of Mahe. We do a backroll entry and the boat comes to pick us up wherever we finish the dive. Diving on granite rocks, small caves at a maximum depth of 28-30m. Often a strong current.
BLUE SEA DIVERS, 0000 MAHE

Conception Rocks (★4.1)

About 35-40min from Beau Vallon beach and 33-38min from Bel Ombre marina. We back roll in the water and the boat comes to pick us up wherever we finish the dive. Beautiful dive around a small island at a maximum depth of 22m. Usually strong current.
BLUE SEA DIVERS, 0000 MAHE

Cap Matoopa (★4.0)

About 20min from Beau Vallon beach and 18min from Bel Ombre marina. We back roll and the boat comes to pick us up wherever we finish the dive. Granite rock dive at a maximum depth of 22m. Sometimes just light current, sometimes strong current.
BLUE SEA DIVERS, MAHE

Light House (★4.2)

A great dive from 10 to 37 meters deep with lots of fish and pelagics passing by. Hang out on the plateau at 15 meters and you can possibly see sharks.
BLUE SEA DIVERS, 0000 MAHE

Ray's point (★3.9)

20 min from Beau Vallon Beach and 17min from Bel Ombre Marina. Mooring up in front of Anse du riz. Ray’s point is a beautiful reef along the granite rocks at a maximum depth of 17m. Sometimes light/strong current.
BLUE SEA DIVERS, 0000 MAHE

Willy‘s Rock (★4.0)

About 15min from Beau Vallon beach and 15min from Bel Ombre marina. We anchor on the sand next to the site. Beautiful dive on around a seamount at a maximum depth of 13m. Sometimes light current, sometimes strong current.
BLUE SEA DIVERS, 0000 MAHE

Whale Rock, Seychelles (★4.1)

15 min from Beau Vallon Beach and 17min from Bel Ombre Marina. Anchoring on the sand next to the rocks. Whale rock is a beautiful dive around granite rocks at a maximum depth of 17m. Sometimes light/strong current.
BLUE SEA DIVERS, 0000 MAHE

Dredger Rock, Mahé (★4.0)

About 10min from Beau Vallon beach and 8min from Bel Ombre marina. We moor up at the wreck’s mooring line. Shipwreck that lies on a sandy bottom at a maximum depth of 24m. Sometimes light current, rarely strong current.
BLUE SEA DIVERS, 0000 MAHE

Twin Barges (★4.2)

8 min from Beau Vallon Beach and 5min from Bel Ombre Marina. Mooring up on the wreck’s mooring line. Two beautiful wrecks next to each other: the first one at a maximum depth of 22m and the second one at a maximum depth of 19m. Sometimes light/strong current.
BLUE SEA DIVERS, 0000 MAHE

Fisherman's Cove Reef (★4.2)

5min from Beau Vallon Beach and 3min from Bel Ombre marina. Anchoring on the sand outside the reef. Fisherman’s Cove Reef is a reef with a maximum depth of 15m. Sometimes light current, rarely strong current.
BLUE SEA DIVERS, MAHE

Aldebaran Wreck (★4.4)

The Aldebaran Wreck is a 28-meter long fishing boat that was sunk in 2008. It lies at a depth of 28 to 40 meters on a sandy bottom. Due to its depth, it is only accessible by experienced divers.
BLUE SEA DIVERS, 0000 MAHE

Beau Vallon Beach (★3.9)

At Beau Vallon Beach in front of the dive center. We use this dive site for Open Water Course to do the confined water session. Sandy bottom at a maximum depth of 4m. Usually a little bit of surge.
BLUE SEA DIVERS, 0000 MAHE

Coral Garden (★4.3)

5min from Beau Vallon Beach and 8min from Bel Ombre marina. Anchoring on the sand outside the reef. Coral Garden is a reef with a maximum depth of 17m. Sometimes light current, rarely strong current.
BLUE SEA DIVERS, 0000 MAHE

Aquarium (★4.3)

5 to 8 min to Beau Vallon Beach or 10 min from Bel Ombre marina. Anchoring on the sand just a little outside of the site. 3 bommies at 15 meters maximum depth on the edges. Sometimes light current on the surface, rarely current on the bottom.
BLUE SEA DIVERS, 0000 MAHE

Auberge Reef (★3.7)

About 10min from Beau Vallon beach and 13min from Bel Ombre marina. We anchor on the sand next to the site. Beautiful dive on a reef at a maximum depth of 13m. Sometimes light current, sometimes strong current.