

Best for intermediate divers, 15-18m, boat entry, moderate current.
Whale Rock is a submerged granite outcrop located off Cousin Island, Seychelles. This drift dive site features depths between 15 and 18 metres, with visibility ranging from 13 to 30 metres. Divers should expect moderate currents that can intensify, requiring careful planning with the boat skipper. The site is suitable for intermediate divers and supports night diving. Due to the potential for strong currents, divers are advised to stay close to the rock structure for shelter. Access is strictly by boat, and the typical dive duration is 45 minutes. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, fluctuating between 26C and 30C.
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The current can intensify quickly at this site, so brief carefully with your skipper before descent and agree on a pickup plan. If the current is running hard, stay close to the rock and use it for shelter rather than swimming against the flow in open water.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
15-18m
Visibility
13-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
The site features titan triggerfish, Indian lionfish, wrasses, and spotted eagle rays.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the moderate to strong currents and drift diving conditions.
The site is a submerged granite outcrop with an average depth of 18 metres, ranging between 15 and 18 metres.
Whale Rock is a boat-only dive site; a boat is required to reach the location.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths starting at 15 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Whale Rock in Praslin Island requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Whale Rock in Praslin Island. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Whale Rock in Praslin Island. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Whale Rock in Praslin Island typically ranges from 13 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.