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Sunset Rocks
Sunset Rocks is a shallow granite dive off Mahé.
About Sunset Rocks
Sunset Rocks is a shallow granite dive off Mahé with a compact reef profile, a rocky promontory, and plenty of life around the main feature. It is a straightforward boat dive that suits divers who want an easy rocky site with colorful fish, rays, and other reef life rather than a deep or technical outing.
Research Estimate At Sunset Rocks
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Where Is Sunset Rocks?
Sunset Rocks Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 18m
Depth Note
Maximum depth around 12 m.
Best Season
April-May and October-November.
Typical Conditions
Current can sometimes be light or strong.
Safety & Access At Sunset Rocks
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Currents can range from light to strong; plan the dive for the conditions.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; anchor on sand near the rocks and plan around the current on the day.
Legal Notes
Follow the operator briefing and keep the dive within standard Mahé boat-dive rules.
Local Intel For Sunset Rocks
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
A shallow scuba dive around granite rocks to about 12 m depth.
Freedive
Possible only on calm, very shallow days; the site is better treated as a scuba-first outing.
Snorkel
The shallow profile can work for calm-day snorkel viewing, but the boat approach and current variability keep scuba as the safer default.
Sunset Rocks Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Sunset Rocks
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Wildlife at Sunset Rocks
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Recent Logged Visits At Sunset Rocks
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Sunset Rocks
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Sunset Rocks Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Sunset Rocks Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
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