Sister Bank

La Digue and Inner Islands, Seychellesbeginner

Conditions & tides

Sister BankLa Digue and Inner Islands

Good · 5/5

conditions visualisation

Good5/5

Calm and diveable right now — best window today 7 AM–5 PM.

Wind4 kn NNW

Current~0.3 kn WNW · model

Swell

0.5 m · 7s · ESE

Water

30 °C

Max depth

Not confirmed

Conditions through the day

6 AM6 PM

Calmest current near slack — 10.45 & 21.45 local

Sunrise 05.51 · Sunset 18.09 local

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Tide · local

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On-face swell 0.3 m — the component of the swell aimed at this site’s exposed face. Current is a regional model value (Copernicus, ~9 km grid) — a guide to the area, not a precise reef measurement. Imagery © Esri · not depth or visibility.

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Marine forecast via Copernicus Marine. Score is a rule-based guide from swell/wind vs. the site's exposure — always dive your own assessment.

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About this site

Sister Bank is a dive site located near La Digue in the Seychelles, characterised by dramatic underwater granite formations rising out from a sandy plateau.

The site features huge granite rocks as its primary terrain, consistent with the broader area where dive sites reach depths within 20 metres, and is accessible by boat within a 5–50 minute ride. Entry is by backroll, with exit via a ladder.

Sister Bank is home to eagle rays, hawksbill turtles, scorpionfish, octopus, lionfish, butterflyfish, and angelfish. The granite formations provide varied habitat that supports this range of tropical species.

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The site is exposed and weather-dependent, though diving is possible year-round. Conditions are assessed before each dive, and alternative sites are available nearby if needed. The site is suitable for all levels of divers, including beginners.

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