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Mora Mora

3.5 — based on 13 community signals
4.2 12 species 24 contributors

Mora Mora offers year-round diving near Madagascar's Reniala reservation with healthy coral and diverse marine life.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
2.9 kn
Wave
0.92 m
Water
25.3°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SSW (27%)
Now: ESE (104°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 2.46m

Next: Low at 02:00 (+0.1m)

+1.8 m0 m-0.7 m
▼ 02:00 · +0.1m ▲ 09:00 · +0.89m ▼ 15:00 · +0.34m ▲ 20:00 · +0.75m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV7.9 · high Air PM2.58 · good 05:58 18:00
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 10.9 1.26 8 0mm
09-20 10.1 1.32 8 0mm
09-21 8.6 1.14 8 0mm
09-22 11.4 1.18 8 0mm
09-23 14.5 1.58 8 0mm
09-24 10.7 1.7 8 0mm
09-25 7.4 2.78 8 0mm

About this spot

Mora Mora is a dive destination located in Madagascar, accessible near the Reniala reservation. The site operates year-round, making it flexible for divers with varying schedules. Current coral stress assessments show no bleaching, indicating healthy reef conditions at the time of available data. The site supports diverse marine life across 12 documented species observations, giving divers a chance to encounter Madagascar's unique biodiversity. Community videos—three on record—provide insight into what to expect underwater. These resources can help you plan your dive profile and prepare for the conditions you'll face. Mora Mora sits outside marine protected areas, so local regulations and access conditions may differ from MPA zones. Before booking, confirm current entry requirements and any seasonal factors that might affect your dive window. The year-round availability means you can target your preferred travel dates without worrying about seasonal closures.

Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Dive types

Reef

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 9341km · ~2148kg · €39

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 56/100
  • Visa: Visa on arrival · 30 days max
  • Flight: 12h · with connection
  • Jet-lag: 8h east · 6 days recovery

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Mora Mora?

Mora Mora is diveable year-round, so you can plan your trip based on your schedule and travel preferences rather than strict seasonal windows.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty data for Mora Mora are not currently documented. Contact local dive operators or review community videos before your trip to assess the site's profile.

What marine life will I see?

Mora Mora has 12 documented species observations. Review community videos and check with local operators for the most current marine life reports before diving.

Do I need permits or special access?

Mora Mora is located outside marine protected areas. Verify current local regulations and entry requirements with Madagascar authorities or your dive operator before traveling.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Mora Mora

0 km
Dive centre

Atimo Plongée

0.1 km
Dive centre

Le Grand Bleu

0.3 km
Dive centre

Fifi Diving

0.3 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

4 records · 3 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Gelasimus hesperiae

Malacostraca · Ocypodidae
GBIF
Last seen:
16 Jan 2026
×2records

Danielella edwardsii

Malacostraca · Camptandriidae
GBIF
Last seen:
16 Jan 2026
×1records

Thalamita crenata

Malacostraca · Portunidae
GBIF
Last seen:
16 Jan 2026
×1records

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

First Female Ascent of Mora Mora in Madagascar w/ Sasha DiGiulian.

Red Bull

MANTA DIVING NOSY BE- SCUOLA DEL MARE 2 in: MORA MORA TOUR 2013

Emanuele Venanzi

requin mora mora

TheAmstaff90
wind peaks Oct-Nov-Sep, calmest Apr-Feb-Mar, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Aug (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (43/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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