Mauritius · Indian Ocean

Diving in Mauritius

158 dive sites
35 dive centers
6 regions
East

East has 22 dive sites and 3 dive centers. Most viewed: Belle Mare Aquarium and Belle Mare Pass 1–5.

First dives
North Islands

North Islands has 4 dive sites. Most viewed: Round Island Wall and Flat Island Reef.

First dives
Rodrigues

Rodrigues has 2 dive sites. Most viewed: Cotton Bay Reef and Caverne Profondes.

First dives
West

West has 45 dive sites and 6 dive centers. Most viewed: The Cathedral and Shark Point Le Morne.

First divesWreck divingShark encountersTurtles & rays

Mauritius offers warm, clear Indian Ocean water year-round, with wrecks, walls and reef sites for every level — from first dives in a lagoon to drift dives with sharks and rays. Here's where to dive, who to dive with, and what you'll see.

By certification level
Marine life & guides
Manta rayWhale sharkGreen turtleBaptême de Plongée à Maurice — Premier PlongeonCentres de Plongée à Maurice — Comment ChoisirLes 10 Meilleurs Sites de Plongée à MauricePlongée Débutant à Maurice — Guide Pas à PasPlongée à l'île Maurice — Guide Complet 2026
Frequently asked questions
How many dive sites does Mauritius have?
DivingMauritius currently lists 158 dive sites across 6 regions of the island, and 35 certified dive centers to book with.
Is Mauritius good for beginner divers?
Yes — 18 of the listed dive sites are rated beginner, alongside more advanced sites for experienced divers.
Are there sharks in Mauritius?
Yes, including blacktip reef shark, documented on DivingMauritius with the sites where it has been spotted.
Can you snorkel in Mauritius without diving?
Yes — DivingMauritius also lists 28 snorkeling spots for visitors who don't dive.
Ready to dive?
Tell us your level and dates — we'll match you with the right center.
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