Water & coast · Malendure environmental briefing — guided low-capacity boat or kayak crossing — official Pigeon Islets mooring — Coral Garden drift — sheltered second site — Malendure return
Snorkel the Pigeon Islets without touching the reef
Join a small guided crossing from Malendure, secure the boat to an authorized mooring and snorkel horizontally above the Coral Garden with deliberate fin control. The experience is designed as a deliberate route rather than a quick stop.
The dark volcanic beach gives little warning of the colour offshore. Around the islets, coral heads create shelter and depth changes for reef fish, while turtles may cross between feeding grounds and open water; the best observation comes from floating still rather than following every animal. Moving through Malendure environmental briefing, then guided low-capacity boat or kayak crossing, then official Pigeon Islets mooring, then Coral Garden drift, then sheltered second site, then Malendure return gives the day a clear sequence and leaves enough time to notice how the place works beyond its headline image.
Use a listed guide, correctly fitted mask and buoyancy aid and disclose swimming ability and medical concerns. Anchoring, fishing, collecting and touching coral or animals are forbidden; never stand on submerged rock, chase turtles, wear damaging reef-contact fins in shallows or use food as bait. Choose reef-safer sun protection and wait on shore if swell, current or visibility exceed your ability. Confirm the live official calendar and access conditions before departure, reserve any capacity-controlled element, and follow instructions from local staff or guides. Carry the equipment and layers appropriate to the stated season.