Silhouette Island vs Saint-Leu — Dive Destination Comparison
Silhouette Island (Seychelles) scores 64.3/100 vs Saint-Leu's 64.3/100 in OkToDive's 12-category rating. Choose Silhouette Island for reef diving with 12–28m visibility. Choose Saint-Leu for reef diving at ~$90/dive.
Last updated: 2026-07-22
Side-by-side comparison
| Metric | Silhouette Island | Saint-Leu |
|---|---|---|
| OkToDive Score | 64.3/100 | 64.3/100 |
| Country | Seychelles | France |
| Visibility | 12--28m | 10--25m |
| Water temp | 25--30 C | 22--28 C |
| Max depth | 35m | 35m |
| Current | moderate | mild |
| Cost per 2-tank dive | $140 | $90 |
| Budget tier | luxury | mid range |
| Best months | March, April, May | April, May, June |
| Dive types | reef, wall, granite boulders | reef, wall, drift, volcanic |
| Min certification | Open Water | Open Water |
| Key species | whale shark, hawksbill turtle, batfish | humpback whale, hawksbill turtle, moray eel |
| Google rating | 4.6 (48 reviews) | 4.5 (140 reviews) |
Which should you choose?
Choose Silhouette Island when...
- + Divers who prioritize reef diving
- + Anyone visiting Indian Ocean for the first time
- + Groups seeking 10+ named dive sites in one area
Skip if
- - You don't have Advanced certification
- - You're on a tight budget — avg $140/dive
Choose Saint-Leu when...
- + Newly certified divers building confidence
- + Experienced drift divers comfortable in current
- + Couples where one partner doesn't dive
Skip if
- - You don't have Advanced certification
- - You need shore access — this is boat-only
Bottom line
Silhouette Island wins on overall score (64.3 vs 64.3), but the right choice depends on your priorities. Saint-Leu is more affordable ($90 vs $140/dive). Silhouette Island has better peak visibility (28m vs 25m).