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Passe en S #9

Passe en S #9 is a Mayotte pass dive with a stepped drop-off.

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Local operator required

Tide-sensitive pass with fast-changing flow; a local operator should time the entry and match diver experience to conditions.

Boat access from Mayotte's main dive bases; best on the right tide, with a westward route along the channel edge.

About Passe en S #9

Passe en S #9 is a pass-entry dive in Mayotte where the channel edge drops into a stepped profile and the route runs west along the wall. Sand tongues, coral patches, and the open channel make it feel shaped by the pass rather than by a reef feature. Plan it around the tide: the site can be calm for a controlled run, but the flow can build quickly when the window turns, so a local operator and drift skills matter. Expect mixed life, with good chances of turtles, rays, and reef sharks when the water is moving.

Research Estimate At Passe en S #9

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VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentModerate current

Where Is Passe en S #9?

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Passe en S #9 Planning Details

Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.

Reported Depth

25m - 40m

Depth Note

Staircase drop-off with steps around 25 m and 40 m.

Best Season

May to November, especially the dry season.

Typical Conditions

Tide-timed pass dive with sheltered windows and a westward line; flow can strengthen quickly when the tide turns.

Safety & Access At Passe en S #9

Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.

Key Hazards

Boat trafficStrong current

Safety Notes

Carry an SMB and respect the guide's turnaround timing when the current builds.

Access Restrictions

Boat access only; plan a local operator run timed to the tide.

Local Intel For Passe en S #9

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Scuba Diving

Work westward along the pass edge; the stepped drop-off makes the route easy to read when the tide is right.

Freediving

Only for very confident freedivers in calm, shallow, operator-approved windows; the site is mainly a scuba pass.

Snorkeling

Not a primary snorkel site because the key structure sits deeper and the water can move with the tide.

Passe en S #9 Dive Conditions Planner

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Exposure Profile at Passe en S #9

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Wildlife at Passe en S #9

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Avg. Visibility15m
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Passe en S #9 Guide - Frequently Asked Questions

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Passe en S #9 Guide - Sources and Updates

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Research Sources

diveoneclub.com · Operator

Operator dive-site page with timing, access, and wildlife guidance.

xray-mag.com · Magazine
Published Jan 9, 2022

Photo reportage with reef-life examples from Passe en S.

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