

Best for beginner divers, shore entry.
Roche Grand Maman is a shallow reef dive located off Cousin Island in the Seychelles. This site is suitable for beginner divers, offering visibility reaching up to 30 metres. The water temperature ranges from 26C to 30C throughout the year. Divers should be aware that conditions are variable, with moderate to strong currents possible. Always check local conditions before entering the water and plan to dive into the current. Species recorded around this area include Emperor Angelfish, Titan Triggerfish, Coral Grouper, Giant Moray, Laced Moray, Striped Surgeonfish, Unicornfish, Zanzibar Butterflyfish, Raccoon Butterflyfish, Desjardin's Sailfin Tang, Pacific Bullethead Parrotfish, Porcupinefish, Powder-blue Surgeonfish, and Melon Butterflyfish. Be alert for sharks during your ascent and safety stop.
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Because current is variable here, ask your dive operator or a local diver about conditions on the day before you commit to an entry point. Facilities are not guaranteed, so arrive with your kit fully prepared and carry enough water for a surface interval in the Seychelles heat.
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No known hazards
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Visibility
Up to 30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
26-30°C
Species recorded around this area include Emperor Angelfish, Titan Triggerfish, Coral Grouper, Giant Moray, Laced Moray, Striped Surgeonfish, Unicornfish, Zanzibar Butterflyfish, Raccoon Butterflyfish, Desjardin's Sailfin Tang, Pacific Bullethead Parrotfish, Porcupinefish, Powder-blue Surgeonfish, and Melon Butterflyfish.
Yes, Roche Grand Maman is a shallow reef dive suitable for newly certified divers building confidence in open water.
This site is accessible directly from the shore.
Visibility can reach up to 30 metres, and water temperatures range between 26C and 30C. Divers should expect moderate to strong currents, which can be variable.
Divers should be prepared for moderate to strong currents and remain alert for sharks during the ascent and safety stop.
Diving at Roche Grand Maman in Grand'Anse requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Roche Grand Maman in Grand'Anse. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.