Best for beginner divers, 7-12m, boat entry, mild current.
South Point, located off Nosy Ve in the Toliara region of Madagascar, is a reef site suitable for beginner divers. The reef structure sits at depths between 7 and 12 metres, though it extends to 22 metres in some sections. Divers access the site by boat, located 5 kilometres from shore. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres, with water temperatures between 24C and 29C. While currents are generally mild, conditions can shift. Divers should maintain neutral buoyancy to avoid contact with sharp coral and rocky sections. Always monitor depth and watch for surface boat traffic during ascent and pick-up.
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Despite the mild average current, conditions at South Point can shift, so check with local dive operators on the day before committing to the dive. Keep a close eye on your buoyancy throughout; the sharp coral and rocky sections punish careless finning.
The site is reached by boat.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
7-12m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-29°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
The habitat supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region.
Yes, the site is suitable for newly certified divers, though careful buoyancy control is required to avoid sharp coral.
The reef is primarily between 7 and 12 metres deep, with an average depth of 9 metres, though it reaches 22 metres in some areas.
South Point is a boat-only dive site located 5 kilometres from shore.
Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres with water temperatures between 24C and 29C. Currents are generally mild but can shift.
Diving at South Point in Anakao requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at South Point in Anakao. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit South Point in Anakao are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
