the Seychelles — Best time to dive

Diving in the Seychelles in September

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September is one of the best months for liveaboard diving in the Seychelles. Conditions are at their peak with great visibility, calm seas and prime marine life encounters.

Season rating
Peak season
Water temperature
2628°C
Conditions in
September

What you might see

Whale sharks Sea turtlesCalm seaTop visibilityHealthy coral

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Frequently asked questions

Is September a good month to dive in the Seychelles?

September in the Seychelles is rated as peak season. Water temperatures are around 26–28°C and conditions are usually suitable for liveaboard trips.

What can you see diving in the Seychelles in September?

In September, divers in the Seychelles typically encounter the marine life highlighted on this page, with seasonal aggregations depending on currents, plankton blooms and breeding cycles.

Should I book a the Seychelles liveaboard for September or wait?

If you want this month's specific marine life and conditions, book early — peak departures fill up months ahead. If you are flexible, compare August and October which often share similar conditions.

Find a liveaboard for September

Compare available the Seychelles liveaboards departing in September.

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