

Best for intermediate divers, 15-25m, boat entry, mild current.
White Bank is a reef and pinnacle site located between Praslin and La Digue in the Seychelles. The site features depths ranging from 15 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Divers and snorkellers access the site by boat, which is required due to its distance from shore. Conditions include mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 26C and 30C throughout the year. Due to the location in an inter-island channel, divers must remain aware of active boat traffic and potential surge. This site is suited for intermediate divers and requires careful surface marker buoy practice.
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Time your dive for the morning when boat traffic between Praslin and La Digue is lighter and surface conditions tend to be calmer. Maintain a good surface marker buoy practice here, as passing ferries and charters can move quickly through the channel.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
15-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
The site ranges from 15 to 25 metres deep, with an average depth of 18 metres.
White Bank is rated for intermediate divers, as the site requires awareness of surge and active boat traffic in the channel.
Access is by boat only, as the site is located 3000 metres from the shore.
Yes, White Bank is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Diving at White Bank in Praslin requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at White Bank in Praslin. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit White Bank in Praslin are April, May, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at White Bank in Praslin should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
White Bank in Praslin typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at White Bank in Praslin typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.