

Best for beginner divers, 6-8m, shore entry, mild current.
Plouf is a shore-entry reef site located in Sakata, Madagascar. The site is suitable for beginners, with an average depth of 8 metres and a maximum depth of approximately 8.5 metres. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 30 metres. Marine life recorded at the site includes common wrasses, alongside rarer sightings of peacock mantis shrimp, Indian lionfish, and various nudibranchs such as the Chromodoris and Geometric Rainbow Dorid. Other species present include flatworms, pufferfish, and banded coral shrimp. Night diving is permitted at this location. Divers should be aware of the presence of jellyfish and stonefish in the area.
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The center offers fluorescent night diving to see colors on a frequency not perceived by the human eye.
Located on the beach of Bemoko in the north-western part of Nosy Be.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-8m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Divers regularly encounter wrasses, while rarer sightings include peacock mantis shrimp, Indian lionfish, various nudibranch species, flatworms, pufferfish, and banded coral shrimp.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth and mild currents.
The site has an average depth of 8 metres, with a recorded maximum depth of 8.5 metres.
Plouf is a shore-entry dive site.
Divers should be cautious of jellyfish and stonefish present at the site.
Diving at Plouf in Nosy Be requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Plouf in Nosy Be. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Plouf in Nosy Be are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Plouf in Nosy Be typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Plouf in Nosy Be typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.