Plongée à Mauritius – Trou aux Biches — Mauritius

Trou aux Biches on Mauritius's sheltered northwest coast is one of the island's premier dive areas, where volcanic rock formations create dramatic swim-throughs and the famous 'Cathedral' cavern. Spinner dolphins are regular visitors, and the calm lagoon conditions suit all levels. World-class resorts and a buzzing food scene make Mauritius an ideal luxury dive-holiday destination.

Score
68.8
Visibilité
15–35m
Température
22–28°C
Meilleurs mois
October, November, December
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Mauritius – Trou aux Biches
MauritiusIndian Ocean
68.8

SCORE

-20.0376°N

57.5515°E

Trou aux Biches on Mauritius's sheltered northwest coast is one of the island's premier dive areas, where volcanic rock formations create dramatic swim-throughs and the famous 'Cathedral' cavern. Spinner dolphins are regular visitors, and the calm lagoon conditions suit all levels. World-class resorts and a buzzing food scene make Mauritius an ideal luxury dive-holiday destination.

Lagoon Reefs & Volcanic Drop-offs

Visibility15–35 m
Temperature22–28°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentmild
2-Tank Dive$90
Best MonthsOctober, November, December, January
CertificationOpen WaterBeginner Friendly

Score Breakdown

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ML65.0CH62.0VIS72.0SV62.0TMP78.0DA62.0OP72.0TS88.0GT72.0VAL65.0CRD62.0SP65.0

Marine Life

65.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
62
Megafauna Encounters
58
Reef Fish Abundance
68
Macro Life
65
Endemic Species
52
Marine Life Diversity
65.0
Coral & Reef Health
62.0
Visibility & Conditions
72.0
Dive Site Variety
62.0
Water Temperature
78.0
Depth & Access
62.0
Operator Quality
72.0
Topside Experience
88.0
Getting There
72.0
Value & Cost
65.0
Crowding
62.0
Social Proof
65.0

Dive Types

reefwalldriftwreck

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

Île aux Cerfs beachPamplemousses Botanical GardenChamarel Seven Coloured Earthscatamaran cruises

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Aapravasi Ghat UNESCO site
  • Port Louis Chinatown
  • Le Morne Brabant

Non-Diver Score

9/10

Excellent for non-divers — they'll love it here.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifemoderate

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber35 km — SSRN Hospital Hyperbaric Unit, Pamplemousses
Nearest Hospital10 km

SSRN Hospital in Pamplemousses has a hyperbaric unit (35 km); multiple hospitals across the island — DAN coverage recommended

Skill LevelBeginner Friendly
Current Strengthmild

Top Operators

Blue Water Diving Centre

PADI

4.7
220 reviewsNITROX

Dive Dream Mauritius

SSI

4.6
150 reviews
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