BANC DES GORGONES - Nosy Iranja & Radama Islands

Banc des Gorgones feels a bit like stepping into a coral architect's dream. It's a reef known for truly spectacular sea fans, big ones that unfold like abstract art, interspersed with some genuinely striking coral formations. We’ve seen blue-spotted stingrays glide past, and spent a good while spotting the usual cast of characters – crocodile fish, stone fish, trumpet fish, and if you’re lucky, a pipe ghost fish or a nudibranch. Keep an eye out for cleaner shrimp doing their thing. The resident green turtles here are massive, and schools of snapper often cruise by, making this a reliable spot for a good, solid dive. It’s a comfortable dive for most, rewarding those who take their time to look closely.

Location

Nosy Iranja & Radama Islands, Madagascar, Indian Ocean & East Africa

Coordinates

-13.266667, 48.133330

Marine Protected Area: Tandavandriva