

Best for beginner divers, 3-23m, boat entry, mild current.
Ilot Bandrélé #2 is a reef site located 2500 metres off the coast of Mayotte. The reef slopes from the shallows to a maximum depth of 23 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is suitable for beginners due to generally mild currents. Divers should be aware of boat traffic and the presence of lionfish in reef crevices. Species recorded around this area include nudibranchs, flatworms, groupers, wrasses, and various reef fish. Water temperatures remain between 25 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
-12.90040, 45.23380
Watch out for lionfish tucked into crevices along the reef, especially in shallower sections where beginners tend to linger. Boat traffic in the area can be active, so always surface with your SMB deployed and stay close to the dive boat's line on ascent.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
3-23m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Apr, Nov
Species recorded around this area include nudibranchs, flatworms, groupers, wrasses, Moorish idols, rock cod, parrotfish, scorpionfish, pufferfish, and sea stars.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 3 to 23 metres and generally mild currents.
The reef depth ranges from 3 to 23 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat-only site located 2500 metres from the shore.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling.
April and November are considered the best months for conditions at this site.
Diving at Ilot Bandrelé #2 in Bandrele requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Ilot Bandrelé #2 in Bandrele. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.
Divers at Ilot Bandrelé #2 in Bandrele should be aware of lionfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Ilot Bandrelé #2 in Bandrele typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Ilot Bandrelé #2 in Bandrele typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.