Seasonal· Cousine· Seychelles
Whale shark season (Cousin and Cousine waters)
4° 20.8′ S · 55° 39.3′ E · approximate
Whale sharks pass through the waters around Cousine and the Praslin bank in the austral spring.
Practical
Cousine Island gives September–November for whale sharks in nearby waters. Keep 3 m or more away, no touching, no motor approach directly at the animal; dive centres in Praslin know current sightings. Coordinate approx: midway between Cousin and Cousine.
Best for
Snorkelling with whale sharks if you get lucky
Season
Sep–Nov
Nearby
- Cousin guided tour landing (reserve boat, weekday mornings)1.1 NM away
- Cousin hawksbill turtle nesting1.1 NM away
- Cousin Island Special Reserve1.1 NM away
- Cousin seabird colonies and Seychelles warbler1.1 NM away
- Cousin anchorage (outside the marine reserve)1.2 NM away
- Cousine anchorage (lee only)1.2 NM away
- Cousine Island (private, no landing)1.2 NM away
- Black Pearl Farm (Seychelles Black Pearl)2.6 NM away