Mauritius · Flic en Flac

Snake Reef

Also known as: Rempart Serpent

Best time to dive

January to December; November to April

What you might see

  • Moray eelLikely

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Open Water

Snorkelling

Not a snorkel site - Limited - boat-access offshore reef in 18m+ average depth, not a typical snorkel site; shallow reef top may be snorkelable in very calm conditions from the boat

Safety notes

Venomous scorpionfish/stonefish (camouflaged on rock/sand - watch hand/fin placement); cyclone season (Nov-Apr) can bring rough seas and trip cancellations

Permits & fees

No special permit; standard dive center waiver/medical form and MSDA safety-standard briefing

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Flic en Flac

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.