Radama Islands Dive Site — Madagascar
About Radama Islands
The remote Radama Islands archipelago off Madagascar's northwest coast offers pristine, virtually untouched reef systems far from any tourism. Healthy staghorn and table coral gardens thrive in gin-clear water with visibility regularly exceeding 25m. Pelagic encounters include grey reef sharks cruising the drop-offs, visiting eagle rays and large schools of trevally. The isolation means fish populations are dense and unafraid of divers — a true wilderness diving experience.
Site Information
- Depth: 5–40 m
- Difficulty: intermediate
- Site type: Reef
- Current: Diving in the Radama Islands generally offers favorable conditions, with opportunities for gentle drift dives where currents are moderate. More advanced wall dives and deep explorations may involve stronger currents, requiring appropriate experience. Entry to dive sites is typically via boat, accessing both remote and established locations.
- Best time: April-November
- Region: Madagascar
Highlights
- Pristine Reefs
- Grey Reef Sharks
- Eagle Rays
- Table Corals
- Remote Wilderness