

Best for beginner divers, 16-24m, boat entry, moderate current.
Mannes Bank is a reef site located off La Digue, Seychelles, accessible only by boat. The site features a reef structure ranging from 16 to 24 metres in depth, with an average depth of 20 metres. Divers should expect moderate currents, making this a drift dive that requires good buoyancy control. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures remain between 26 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Due to the potential for strong currents, divers should plan to move with the flow and confirm conditions with their boat operator before descending. Always remain alert for boat traffic when surfacing and be cautious of sea urchins on the reef.
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Because current runs moderately through the site, plan your dive to move with it rather than against it, and confirm conditions with your boat operator before descending. Facilities are not guaranteed at this site, so check locally for what is available before you travel out.
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Depth
16-24m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers, though it requires basic buoyancy control to manage the moderate currents.
The reef depth ranges from 16 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Mannes Bank is a boat-only dive site located approximately 3218 metres from shore.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths starting at 16 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Divers should remain alert for boat traffic when surfacing, watch for sea urchins on the reef, and be prepared for strong currents.
Diving at Mannes Bank in Mahe Island requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Mannes Bank in Mahe Island. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Mannes Bank in Mahe Island. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Mannes Bank in Mahe Island typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.