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L’Ilot

Discover the captivating dive site known as The Islet, nestled just 200 meters away from Mahe in the stunning Seychelles. This mesmerizing location, alternatively referred to as The Islet, offers a thrilling diving experience with its adventurous currents and depths ranging from 6 to 25 meters. Prepare for an unforgettable drift dive.

Prepare to encounter a diverse array of marine life, including magnificent creatures such as Whale Sharks, Guitarfish, Grey Reef Sharks, and Nurse Sharks. Eagle rays often grace the waters in schools of 10-50 individuals, while Bumphead Parrotfish and Turtles add to the rich tapestry of underwater wonders.

Delve deeper into this underwater realm to discover mesmerizing species like Ghost Pipefish, Goliath Grouper, Leaf Fish, Frogfish, and Mantis Shrimp. Encounter the fascinating Devil/ Indian Walkers, Scorpionfish, and Flying Gurnard, all nestled alongside remarkable creatures like the Spanish Dancer and Harlequin Shrimp. This captivating dive site promises to unveil even more intriguing marine life encounters.

With an impressive visibility of 14 meters and a maximum depth of 17 meters, this dive is best suited for advanced divers seeking an exhilarating underwater adventure. Located on the North Coast Road, Vista do Mar, Mahé, Seychelles, this dive site offers easy access while ensuring a seamless diving experience.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world beneath the waves at The Islet. Experience the beauty of the Seychelles' underwater realm, teeming with captivating marine life waiting to be discovered. Start planning your unforgettable dive excursion today.

Diving Conditions Score for L’Ilot

8
Very Good

Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for L’Ilot

Depth

17m

Visibility

14m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for L’Ilot

Wave Height

1.06m

Wind Speed

22.2 m/s

Water Temp

26.9°C

Visibility

24.28km

Cloud Cover

16%

Wave Period

6.6s

Air Temperature

25.8°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for L’Ilot
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Dive Score Chart for L’Ilot

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.417566666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.06m, Wind 22.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.965599999999999/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at L’Ilot: 06:00
Sunset at L’Ilot: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at L’Ilot 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.

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Best Overall
6:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 1.06m (6.6s), Wind: 22.3 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.04m, Wind: 27.3 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for L’Ilot
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at L’Ilot

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 L’Ilot

Summer

Avg. Score: 9.5/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for L’Ilot

June
Score: 9.6
July
Score: 9.6
August
Score: 9.4

Ideal Conditions for L’Ilot

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.9°C / 80.4°F

April

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.9m / 39.0ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.8m / 5.9ft

April

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for L’Ilot

L’Ilot follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.2°C) and December the coldest (22.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in April with average wave heights of 1.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in April 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). July is usually the driest month with 0.5mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during April to June, 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 28, 2026

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