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Tombant Sakouli

Welcome to an easy shore dive in the beautiful waters of Mayotte, France. Immerse yourself and explore the breathtaking fringing reef architecture that is typical of this region. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, this dive site offers accessibility for all levels of expertise.

Each fringing plain at this dive site boasts a unique herbarium and a diverse coral garden, which provide a prime refuge for a multitude of species. Underwater visibility here reaches up to 14 meters, offering a crystal clear view of the stunning marine life. The maximum depth at this site is 16 meters, ensuring a safe and enjoyable diving experience.

Located close to Hôtel Sakouli in Hamouro, Bandrélé, Mayotte, this captivating dive site is easily accessible. With its extraordinary underwater landscapes and diverse marine ecosystem, it is a must-visit destination for divers seeking an unforgettable experience in the waters of Mayotte, France.

Diving Conditions Score for Tombant Sakouli

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 Tombant Sakouli

Depth

16m

Visibility

14m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Tombant Sakouli

Wave Height

0.96m

Wind Speed

12.7 m/s

Water Temp

27.5°C

Visibility

47.3km

Cloud Cover

38%

Wave Period

6.6s

Air Temperature

26.2°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Tombant Sakouli
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Dive Score Chart for Tombant Sakouli

Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 7.719566666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.06m, Wind 7.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.159133333333333/10.

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

Sunrise at Tombant Sakouli: 06:00
Sunset at Tombant Sakouli: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Tombant Sakouli 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
9:00

Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 1.06m (6.75s), Wind: 7.7 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.06m, Wind: 15.1 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Tombant Sakouli
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Tombant Sakouli

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 Tombant Sakouli

Summer

Avg. Score: 9.5/10

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

Best Months for Tombant Sakouli

June
Score: 9.6
May
Score: 9.5
July
Score: 9.5

Ideal Conditions for Tombant Sakouli

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.4°C / 79.5°F

April

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

14.1m / 46.3ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.0m / 3.3ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Tombant Sakouli

Tombant Sakouli follows southern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (26.4°C) and October the coldest (21.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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). June is usually the driest month with 0.2mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, 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 21, 2026

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