Protected marine park, park fee, no fishing or night diving, calm transparent lagoon, and broad biodiversity.
Tanikely sud is a sheltered reef drift in Nosy Tanikely Marine Park.
Tanikely sud is a sheltered reef drift in Nosy Tanikely Marine Park.
Boat access and park logistics are usually handled through a local Nosy Be operator.
Tanikely sud is the south-side reef of Nosy Tanikely, a protected marine-park island off Nosy Be. The site mixes a shallow coral terrace with a small drop-off and a gentle drift, so it suits relaxed scuba, snorkel, and easy second-dive planning. Expect clear water, healthy reef structure, and steady fish life rather than a technical profile.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
2m - 20m
Depth Note
Shallow coral starts near the surface, while the south drop-off and outer spurs reach the mid-teens to about 20m.
Best Season
year-round
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Stay mindful of the outer drift edge, follow marine-park rules, and keep to the boat crew's plan for the day.
Access Restrictions
Marine park entry fee applies, fishing is prohibited, and night diving is not allowed inside the reserve.
Legal Notes
Nosy Tanikely is a protected marine and coastal area with a managed dive zone around the lighthouse; follow park rules and local operating guidance.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
This is a straightforward boat dive for relaxed divers, with a shallow start, a modest drift profile, and enough reef structure to stay interesting on a slow pass.
Freediving
Freedivers should stay on the sheltered shallow terrace and avoid the outer drift line unless conditions are calm and a guide is on hand.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is strongest in the shallow reef and lagoon edge, where the water is usually clear and the fish life is easy to read from the surface.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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Protected marine park, park fee, no fishing or night diving, calm transparent lagoon, and broad biodiversity.
Visibility range, average/max depth, and additional reef-life expectations for the reserve.
Sea-only access from Nosy Be and nearby points; short speedboat transfers and day excursions.
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