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Passe en S #6

Intermediate boat drift through a famous coral pass.

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Intermediate drift section with sand valleys and coral heads; tide timing and current control the dive.

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

Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.

VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentStrong current

Where Is Passe en S #6?

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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

Boat trafficStrong current

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.

Passe en S #6 Dive Conditions Planner

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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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Research Sources

diveoneclub.com · Operator

Operator page with depth, current, season, and wildlife details

www.tripbase.com · Independent

Independent guide with Mayotte dive-site and species context

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