Booby Rock near Aride; year-round visibility, gorge terrain, and broad fish and shark listings.
Booby Island
Granite island dive north of Praslin with passages
Local operator required
Praslin-based boat support is the practical way to reach the site.
About Booby Island
Booby Island is a boat-access granite island dive north of Praslin with a tunnel-like cut, broad passages and open-water edges. The site pairs coral-encrusted rock with schools of fish, sharks and rays, so it suits divers who want more structure and more movement than a sheltered reef stop.
Research Estimate At Booby Island
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Where Is Booby Island?
Booby Island Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 30m
Depth Note
Public guides vary from roughly 10 m to 30 m, with some listings describing a shallower 15-20 m profile and others extending deeper.
Best Season
April to May and October to November for the steadiest conditions; the site works year-round.
Typical Conditions
Granite island dive with passages and an underwater cut, good visibility when settled, and occasional current around the open edges.
Safety & Access At Booby Island
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Stay close to the briefing in the passages, and treat current as a normal planning factor rather than a surprise.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only from Praslin; no shore entry.
Legal Notes
Follow operator briefing and standard Seychelles marine rules.
Local Intel For Booby Island
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A boat dive with shallow and deeper passage sections, best for divers comfortable with occasional current and open-water movement.
Freediving
Shallow sections exist, but the passages and occasional current make scuba the better fit than a pure freedive session.
Snorkeling
Calm-day snorkelling may work on the shallower structure, but the site is primarily a boat dive.
Booby Island Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Booby Island
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Recent Logged Visits At Booby Island
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Booby Island
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Booby Island Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Booby Island Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
Booby Rock guide with local dive support and mixed coral/granite habitat description.
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