Inner Islands, Seychelles
    Praslin Shell Reserve

    Whitetip Divers

    Best months: Oct–Feb

    Protected Area

    Praslin Shell Reserve

    Why dive here

    With 183+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, sea turtles, sperm whales and lionfish - Whitetip Divers offers some of Inner Islands's richest diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest March, April, May.

    Best timeOct–Feb
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBarracuda, Dolphins, Sea Turtles, Sperm Whales and Lionfish · 183+ species recorded
    Water27-30°C · warmest March, April, May
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Whitetip Divers in the Inner Islands has become one of our go-to spots, and for good reason. We love its particular vibe, a mix of open ocean feel with enough structure to keep things interesting. Dropping in, you're often met by schools of Blue-lined Surgeonfish, not just a few, but hundreds, swirling like a silver vortex. Keep an eye out for the smaller, more elusive stuff too. We’ve had great luck spotting the tiny High Hat Triplefin perched on coral heads, and the intricate patterns of a Pacific Short-bodied Pipefish are a joy to discover if you slow down. The topography here isn't dramatic walls, but rather a series of coral bommies and gently sloping reef that just feel *alive*. We've spent entire dives just watching the comings and goings around a single Staghorn coral colony, a real nursery for juvenile fish. The Scarlets and Exquisite Wrasse are always flitting about, adding splashes of colour. Our insider tip? Go early. The morning light really penetrates the water, making the colours pop, and the bigger pelagics like the Slender Groupers are often more active. It’s a site that rewards patient observation, perfect for photographers or anyone who appreciates the subtle beauty of reef life.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Whitetip Divers

    Whitetip Divers Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Whitetip Divers, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-4.5, 55.52) (2km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    28°C

    82°F · Range: 26.1–30.1°C

    Current Speed

    7.28 cm/s

    Direction: W (285.9°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.213 mg/m³

    Clear water

    Salinity

    35.24 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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