

Best for advanced divers, 35-45m, boat entry, strong current.
Little Channel is an advanced dive site located on the Tadjourah Coast of Djibouti. This reef and wall structure drops to depths between 35 and 45 metres, with an average depth of 40 metres. The site is characterised by strong currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 10 metres, requiring high levels of buoyancy control and drift-diving experience. Access is by boat only. Divers should time their entry around slack water to manage the current effectively. Due to the depth and conditions, all divers must carry a surface marker buoy and maintain close contact with their buddy throughout the 40-minute dive.
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Timing your entry around slack water is critical here, as the current can make depth control difficult and push you off the wall fast. Confirm current conditions with your operator before descending and carry a surface marker buoy for every diver in the group.
Dive operators typically base themselves around Djibouti City or Tadjoura, offering boat trips to various sites within the Gulf.
Recorded at this site
Depth
35-45m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-32°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
No, this site is rated for advanced divers only due to the deep water, strong currents, and limited visibility.
The site features a wall and reef structure with depths ranging from 35 to 45 metres, averaging 40 metres.
Little Channel is a boat-only dive site.
The site experiences strong currents and visibility between 5 and 10 metres. Water temperatures range from 27C to 32C throughout the year.
Divers should carry a surface marker buoy, monitor depth closely, and time entries around slack water to manage strong currents.
Diving at Little Channel in Arta requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Little Channel in Arta. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 32°C.
The best months to visit Little Channel in Arta are January, February, March, April, May, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.