Shark Bank - Inner Islands

Three Sisters in Komodo offers a fantastic contrast to some of the area's ripping drift dives. We love coming here when we want to slow down and really pick through a site. The three big rocks are just plastered in coral, especially the blues and purples of sponge. It’s a macro dream. We often find ourselves just hovering, watching for tiny High Hat Triplefins doing their headstands, or Plain Dottybacks darting into the cracks. It's not uncommon to spot an Orangutan Crab waving its fuzzy claws from an anemone. The key here is to dive in the current's shadow, spending your time exploring the reef at depths down to 24 metres. As you near the end, you ascend onto the shallower peaks, which top out at 6 to 8 metres. That’s where you might catch a ray gliding past in the blue. Keep an eye out for sleeping reef sharks on the sand, too. This site is perfect for photographers, or anyone who enjoys a more deliberate dive, taking the time to truly observe the smaller residents.

Location
Inner Islands, Seychelles, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
-4.549200, 55.331300
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 Shark Bank

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 Shark Bank

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 typical diving depth at Shark Bank?
The typical diving depth at Shark Bank ranges from 25 meters, extending down to 35 meters. This depth profile contributes to its classification as an advanced dive site.
What kind of marine life and sharks can divers expect to see at Shark Bank?
Divers at Shark Bank can expect to encounter abundant marine life, including various fish species such as convict fish, two-banded sar, barracuda, and batfish, along with turtles. While whale sharks are a possible sighting, they have been very rare lately. For more information on marine species, visit our wildlife database.
How difficult is the Shark Bank dive site, and is it suitable for all experience levels?
Shark Bank is considered an advanced dive site primarily due to its depth, which can reach 35 meters. Therefore, it is not suitable for all experience levels and is recommended for divers with appropriate advanced certifications and experience.
What are the best months or seasons to dive at Shark Bank for optimal conditions and marine life sightings?
The provided data does not specify the best months or seasons to dive at Shark Bank for optimal conditions or marine life sightings. For general information on when to dive in the region, please refer to our When to Dive guide.
What scuba diving certifications are required or recommended to dive at Shark Bank?
Given that Shark Bank is an advanced dive site due to its depth profile down to 35 meters, an advanced open water certification or equivalent is required or highly recommended. Divers should be comfortable with deeper dives and potential advanced diving techniques.
What are the typical currents, visibility, and water conditions like at the Shark Bank dive site?
At Shark Bank, divers can expect an average visibility of 20 meters, offering clear views of the abundant underwater life. The provided data does not specify typical currents or water temperatures for this site.