Albatros
This stunning rock formation emerges from the crystal-clear waters, offering an extraordinary dive site near the enchanting sister islands of Seychelles. With depths ranging from 12 to 25 meters, this underwater paradise is a must-visit for advanced and expert divers.
Prepare to be captivated by an abundance of marine life as you explore the passages and encounter a vibrant array of fish. Keep your eyes peeled for magnificent creatures such as Whale Sharks, Guitar Sharks, Grey Reef Sharks, and Eagle Rays, often swimming in schools of 10-50 individuals. And that's not all! You may also have the opportunity to spot enchanting creatures like Ghost pipefish, Goliath grouper, Leaf fish, Frogfish, Mantis shrimp, Devil/Indian walker Scorpionfish, Flying Gurnard, Spanish Dancer, Harlequin Shrimp, and much more!
Don't miss the chance to witness the beauty of this underwater sanctuary, with visibility reaching up to 15 meters and a maximum depth of 18 meters. Dive into this incredible experience in Seychelles, a diver's paradise brimming with wonders.
Prepare to be captivated by an abundance of marine life as you explore the passages and encounter a vibrant array of fish. Keep your eyes peeled for magnificent creatures such as Whale Sharks, Guitar Sharks, Grey Reef Sharks, and Eagle Rays, often swimming in schools of 10-50 individuals. And that's not all! You may also have the opportunity to spot enchanting creatures like Ghost pipefish, Goliath grouper, Leaf fish, Frogfish, Mantis shrimp, Devil/Indian walker Scorpionfish, Flying Gurnard, Spanish Dancer, Harlequin Shrimp, and much more!
Don't miss the chance to witness the beauty of this underwater sanctuary, with visibility reaching up to 15 meters and a maximum depth of 18 meters. Dive into this incredible experience in Seychelles, a diver's paradise brimming with wonders.
Diving Conditions Score for Albatros
8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Albatros
Depth
18m
Visibility
15m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Albatros
Wave Height
1.16m
Wind Speed
22.6 m/s
Water Temp
27.1°C
Visibility
22.3km
Cloud Cover
90%
Wave Period
7.3s
Air Temperature
26.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Albatros
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Dive Score Chart for Albatros
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.168466666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.3m, Wind 29.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 7.031233333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Albatros: 06:00
Sunset at Albatros: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Albatros are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
6:00Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.3m (6.7s), Wind: 29.4 m/s
Best Night
3:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.16m, Wind: 22.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for AlbatrosAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Albatros
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Albatros
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.5/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Albatros
June
Score: 9.6
July
Score: 9.6
May
Score: 9.4
Ideal Conditions for Albatros
Water Temp
27.1°C / 80.8°F
April
Visibility
12.2m / 40.0ft
November
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Albatros
Albatros follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.4°C) and December the coldest (22.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). October is usually the driest month with 0.3mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during November to January, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 5, 2026
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