Mauritius · Belle Mare
La Passe de Belle Mare
Also known as: Belle Mare Passe
Best time to dive
November to May; November to February
What you might see
- BarracudaReliably seen
- Eagle rayLikely
- Grey reef sharkLikely
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 - offshore drift dive with strong current, not snorkelable
Safety notes
Strong current requires drift-dive technique and SMB use; cyclone season (Dec-mid April) can worsen surface conditions
Permits & fees
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Belle Mare
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.