The Wall (Coin de Mire)
Also known as: Le Mur
Best time to dive
October to April; October to December; March to April; January to February
What you might see
- BarracudaLikely
- Dogtooth tunaLikely
- Moray eelLikely
- NudibranchLikely
- Nurse 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 - Limited - 12-40m depth is too deep for snorkeling; snorkelers at Coin de Mire are directed to the shallower Confetti Bay/reef areas instead
Safety notes
Strong/unpredictable currents in the wider Coin de Mire complex, depth requiring advanced skills, possible rough seas/surge on the crossing, boat traffic, cyclone season (Dec-Mar)
Permits & fees
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.