Shark Cathedral
Also known as: The Shark's Cathedral
Best time to dive
October to April; January to March
What you might see
- BarracudaLikely
- Eagle rayPossible
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Not a snorkel site - Not viable; deep offshore boat dive site with strong current/surge, far from shore
Safety notes
Strong current, surge/swell, remote location (2+ hr boat ride), minimum experience/dive-count gatekeeping by operators, no landing allowed on the Round Island reserve
Permits & fees
No specific dive permit found; landing on Round Island prohibited under Mauritian conservation law; marine park/port fees typically bundled into operator trip pricing
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Grand Baie
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.