Passe bateau sud
Protected Area
N’Gouja
Why dive here
With 401+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blue sharks, blue-spotted stingrays, dolphins and dugongs - Passe bateau sud offers some of Mayotte Lagoon's richest drift diving. Water ranges 27-31°C, warmest February, March, April.
Passe Bateau Sud is a decent drift in the Mayotte Lagoon, a spot we’ve found consistently enjoyable rather than spectacular. You drop in and let the current carry you along the wall, usually at a comfortable pace, which is perfect for just watching the show go by. Keep an eye out for humphead wrasse cruising past, and there are often groups of fusiliers dotted around. It’s a good choice for intermediate divers looking for a relaxed dive without much fuss, particularly if you’re keen on seeing some of the bigger lagoon fish in their element. We wouldn't call it a highlight, but it's a solid option to fill out a dive day.
Typical Passe bateau sud Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 27m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Drift dive - carry a surface marker buoy (SMB) and stay with your group. Brief the current direction before entry.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Passe bateau sud
Passe bateau sud Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Passe bateau sud, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-12.89, 45.21) (1km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
28°C
83°F · Range: 27.4–29°C
Air Temperature
25°C
78°F
Wind Speed
3.71 m/s
7.2 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1014.6 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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