Hawksbill Dive Centre - Inner Islands

Hawksbill Dive Centre operates out of the Seychelles Inner Islands, giving them access to a good chunk of the 75 or so dive sites in the region. We've always found them a solid choice for exploring the granite formations and coral patches that define diving here. Expect healthy populations of reef fish, turtles, and occasional pelagics. They’re a reliable pick for divers who value consistent service and local site knowledge.

Location
Inner Islands, Seychelles, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
-4.347129, 55.764862
Phone
+248 271 9150
Website
www.hawksbildivecenter.com

Dive Sites Near Hawksbill Dive Centre

Hawksbill Dive Centre provides access to 15 dive sites in Inner Islands.

Other Dive Centres in Inner Islands

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

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 Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for Inner Islands

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