Passe en S
A rare S-shaped double channel through the barrier reef on the east side of the lagoon, and one of Mayotte's most famous diving sites.
The Passe en S is a deep-water channel on Mayotte's eastern barrier reef that bends into an S shape. It was formed by two offset sections of barrier reef, which is rare anywhere in the world, and it has been designated a priority protection zone of the marine park. The channel is rich in coral, and sharks, sea turtles, manta rays and schools of barracuda are often seen there. The current is strong, so it suits divers with some experience, though there are also snorkeling spots. Boats to the site depart from diving centers in Mamoudzou or Petite-Terre, and dolphins are often sighted on the way out to sea. Humpback whales can also be seen in season.
Opening hours
Requires joining a dive boat trip
Nearby sights
- Plage de Sakouli
- Îlot Mbouzi
- Rocher de Dzaoudzi & Musée de Mayotte
- Plages de Moya
- Marché couvert de Mamoudzou
- Lac Dziani (Dziani Dzaha)
- Pointe Saziley
- Îlot de Sable Blanc