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Site-index page that includes Chuckles among Mahé dive sites and shows the normal boat-dive context.
Dive Spot Guide•
Chuckles
Boat reef with granite structure and variable current.
Local operator required
Boat entry and pickup make a local operator the practical default.
Mahé boat dive with back-roll entry, boat pickup, and a compact granite-reef profile.
About Chuckles
Chuckles is a granite-reef boat dive off Mahé with a back-roll entry, a pickup at the exit, and a lively mix of rock structure and fish life. The site suits divers who are comfortable with changing current and a straightforward open-water boat routine. It is a good match for calm-boat days when you want a compact reef profile rather than a long swim.
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Research Estimate At Chuckles
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentModerate current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Chuckles?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Chuckles Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
9m - 20m
Depth Note
Public guides place Chuckles in the 9 to 18 m band, with some descriptions extending the profile to 20 m.
Best Season
Year-round on calm sea days.
Typical Conditions
Granite rock reef with variable current and a compact route around the rock.
Safety & Access At Chuckles
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficStrong current
Safety Notes
Current can swing from light to strong, so plan the dive and pickup with the boat crew.
Access Restrictions
Boat access with diver pickup at the exit; conditions need to suit the planned entry and recovery.
Legal Notes
Follow the boat briefing and local dive-site rules; the crew controls the entry and pickup plan.
Local Intel For Chuckles
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat reef dive with granite structure, back-roll entry, and boat pickup at the exit.
Freediving
Not a strong freedive target; boat handling and current make scuba the usual format.
Snorkeling
Not primarily a snorkel site; the terrain and current favor scuba.
Wildlife at Chuckles
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Chuckles
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Chuckles
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
