Cap Matoopa - Inner Islands

Fisheries is one of those spots on Brac that just keeps giving, especially if you’re into the smaller, more elusive critters. We’ve always found it best to drop in and head west from the mooring, letting the mini wall guide you along. The reef crest, sitting around 9 metres, often has a gentle current pushing you, which makes for a nice drift. You’ll weave past sandy chutes, each one a potential hiding spot for a resting stingray, so keep an eye out there. The real showstopper here, though, is that big pillar coral. It’s a genuine landmark, reaching up from the 15-metre reef floor, absolutely covered in little blennies and sponges. We love to take our time here, circling it slowly, watching the Saddled Blennies dart in and out. This site is fantastic for macro photographers; we often spot Imitator Blennies and tiny Nodulose Miters tucked into crevices. While you’ll certainly see your share of Angelfish and Sharpnose Pufferfish, it’s the hunt for the Kwab or an Orangespotted Filefish that really makes Fisheries our pick. It’s a pretty mellow dive, generally good visibility, and perfect for anyone who enjoys a slower pace and wants to focus on the details.

Location
Inner Islands, Seychelles, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
-4.656300, 55.370500
Type
reef

Marine Protected Area: Baie Ternay Marine National Park

Best Time to Dive in Inner Islands

The warmest water temperatures in Inner Islands occur in April, averaging 30.4°C. The coolest conditions are in August at 26.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.7°C
  • February: 29.0°C
  • March: 29.8°C
  • April: 30.4°C
  • May: 29.8°C
  • June: 28.5°C
  • July: 26.8°C
  • August: 26.6°C
  • September: 27.4°C
  • October: 28.3°C
  • November: 29.0°C
  • December: 29.1°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Inner Islands

Nearest Dive Centres to Cap Matoopa

Marine Life in Inner Islands

Home to 184 recorded species including 156 reef fish, 8 hard corals, 6 sharks & rays, 5 sea snails & nudibranchs, 4 whales & dolphins, 2 other.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Cap Matoopa

Based on average water temperature of 28.6°C, currents 11 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 29°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories