Aldabra Atoll

About this site

The world's second-largest coral atoll and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. One of the most pristine and remote dive destinations on Earth. Drift diving in channels with sharks, mantas, and huge schools of fish. Home to the world's largest population of giant tortoises. Strictly protected and rarely visited.

Conditions

Country

Seychelles

Region

Outer Seychelles (1,000km from main islands)

Max depth

5–40 m

Visibility

20–40 m

Water temperature

26–29°C

Difficulty

Intermediate to Advanced

Best season

October-April

Type

Wall

Suitable for

• Scuba

Dive types

• Wall
• Drift
• Channel

Marine life

• Hammerheads
• Sharks
• Mantas
• Rays
• Turtles
• Barracuda
• Pelagic fish