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Passe en S #6
Intermediate boat drift through a famous coral pass.
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About Passe en S #6
Passe en S #6 is an intermediate boat-entry drift section of the pass, where the channel opens into a sand valley cut by small canyons and coral heads before the main drop-off. The route is all about tidal timing: plan the entry with a local guide, stay streamlined in current, and expect a fast-moving pass rather than a relaxed reef loop.
Research Estimate At Passe en S #6
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Where Is Passe en S #6?
Passe en S #6 Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 30m
Depth Note
The pass starts around 3 m and reaches a 30 m max depth, with the main drop-off beyond a sand valley and canyons.
Best Season
May to November
Typical Conditions
S-shaped pass with a sand valley, small canyons, and coral heads; a drift line with strong current and clear dry-season water.
Safety & Access At Passe en S #6
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Keep neutral buoyancy in current, use a marker buoy if briefed, and avoid pushing into the pass on the wrong tide.
Access Restrictions
Boat entry only; intermediate divers comfortable with drift diving and guide-led tide timing are the safe default.
Legal Notes
Dive the pass only with a local guide who can time the tide window and surface plan.
Local Intel For Passe en S #6
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The main feature is a wall-like drop-off around 100 ft, with a swim across sand and small canyons to reach it.
Freediving
Not a freedive target; the current and depth make this a scuba drift site.
Snorkeling
Not suitable for casual snorkeling because the pass is current-driven and quickly reaches deeper water.
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Exposure Profile at Passe en S #6
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Wildlife at Passe en S #6
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Recent Logged Visits At Passe en S #6
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Passe en S #6 Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Passe en S #6 Guide - Sources and Updates
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Destination page with Mayotte lagoon context and manta-ray note
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