Light House - Inner Islands

Nyuki. This is one of our favourite Diani sites, especially for those sunny afternoons when you just want a relaxed dive. The reef here is a fringing beauty, starting shallow and sloping down to about 18 metres. We love dropping in and drifting along, watching the light play on the big table corals. You’ll find plenty of inquisitive orbicular batfish here, often hovering right in front of your mask, and the resident whitespotted whipray sometimes glides past. Keep an eye out for the colourful eclipse parrotfish munching away on the coral, and the small-eyed squirrelfish peeking from crevices. It’s a great spot for newer divers, but even seasoned ones appreciate the calm, vibrant reef. It’s a gentle drift, easy on the air, and always offers up a charming encounter or two.

Location
Inner Islands, Seychelles, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
-4.638400, 55.366300
Type
reef
Maximum Depth
10-37m

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 Light House

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 Light House

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum depth for diving at the Lighthouse dive site in Dahab?
The provided data is for the Light House dive site in the Inner Islands, Seychelles, not Dahab. At the Light House in Seychelles, the maximum depth for diving is 19 meters, although the general dive profile can range from 10 to 37 meters deep. Divers can explore a plateau at 15 meters.
What kind of marine life and underwater features can divers expect to see at Dahab's Lighthouse dive site?
The provided data describes the Light House dive site in the Inner Islands, Seychelles, not Dahab. This reef dive offers an abundance of fish and passing pelagics. Divers can expect to see Whale Sharks, Guitar, Grey Reef, and Nurse Sharks, along with schools of 10-50 Eagle rays, Bumphead Parrotfishes, and Turtles, especially on the 15-meter plateau. For more about marine species, visit the DivePlnr wildlife database.
How difficult is the Lighthouse dive site in Dahab for different levels of divers?
The provided data pertains to the Light House dive site in the Inner Islands, Seychelles, not Dahab. This particular dive site is classified as an intermediate difficulty dive. It offers a great experience for divers with some prior experience.
What is the best time of year to dive at the Lighthouse in Dahab, and are night dives recommended?
The provided data is for the Light House dive site in the Inner Islands, Seychelles, not Dahab. The available information does not specify the best time of year to dive at this site, nor does it include recommendations regarding night dives. For general information on dive seasons, you can visit DivePlnr's When to Dive section.
What diving certifications are required or recommended to dive at the Lighthouse dive site in Dahab?
The provided data is for the Light House dive site in the Inner Islands, Seychelles, not Dahab. The available information does not specify any required or recommended diving certifications for this particular site. Divers should always ensure they have appropriate certification for the depth and conditions of any dive.
What are the typical current and visibility conditions at the Lighthouse dive site in Dahab?
The provided data describes the Light House dive site in the Inner Islands, Seychelles, not Dahab. At this site, divers can expect an average visibility of 15 meters. Information regarding typical current conditions for the Light House dive site in Seychelles is not available in the provided data.