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Exploration Sous-Marine

3.4 — based on 12 community signals
4.3 12 especies 34 colaboradores

Exploration Sous-Marine is a year-round dive site near Mauritius with minimal coral stress and solid species diversity.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
0.8 kn
Olas
1 m
Agua
24.3°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: ESE (63%)
Now: ESE (120°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.62m

Próxima: Alta a las 04:00 (+0.68m)

+1.1 m+0.5 m
▲ 04:00 · +0.68m ▼ 06:00 · +0.67m ▲ 14:00 · +0.8m ▼ 03:00 · +0.6m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV7.35 · high Aire PM2.57 · good 06:02 18:05
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 5.2 1 7 9mm
09-20 9.9 1.1 8 0mm
09-21 11.8 1.2 8 0mm
09-22 4.4 1.16 6 10mm
09-23 4.5 1.76 8 22mm
09-24 9.1 1.92 8 6mm
09-25 9.6 1.6 8 0mm

About this spot

Exploration Sous-Marine offers divers a chance to explore Mauritian reefs without the constraints of seasonal closures. The site sits outside a marine protected area, giving you direct access whenever conditions suit you. With 12 recorded species observations and 3 community videos available, you'll find reliable intel from other divers who've worked the site. The reef here shows no signs of bleaching stress, which means the coral structure remains intact and supports healthy marine life. This stability makes it a dependable choice for both reconnaissance dives and repeat visits. The species count suggests a balanced ecosystem—enough biodiversity to keep your dive interesting without overselling what's actually there. Local dive operators and independent explorers have documented the site through video, so you can preview conditions before committing. Mauritius sits in the Indian Ocean, where year-round diving is possible across most sites, though swell and visibility vary seasonally. Exploration Sous-Marine's lack of protected-area designation means fewer bureaucratic hurdles, though you should still verify any local regulations before heading out. Bring your logs and compare notes with the community—the three existing videos represent real experience from people who've been there recently.

Tipos de buceo

Arrecife

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

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
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 9230km · ~2123kg · €38

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 65/100
  • Visado: Sin visado · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 13h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 9h este · 6 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

Can I dive Exploration Sous-Marine year-round?

Yes. Mauritius offers year-round diving, and this site has no seasonal closures. However, ocean conditions—swell, visibility, and currents—vary by month. Check recent community videos and local forecasts before booking.

What's the depth and difficulty level?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not available for this site. Review the community videos to assess the terrain and current conditions. Ask local operators or check recent diver logs for current-day intel.

What marine life will I see?

12 species have been recorded at Exploration Sous-Marine. The reef shows no bleaching stress, indicating a healthy ecosystem. Community videos document what divers have actually encountered—watch those for a realistic preview.

Do I need permits or special access?

The site sits outside a marine protected area, so you won't face MPA entry restrictions. Always verify current local regulations with your operator before diving, as requirements can change.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Exploration Sous-Marine

0 km
Centro de buceo

Sea Urchin Diving Centre

0.1 km
Centro de buceo
Teléfono: +230 453 8825
Horario: Mo-Sa 08:00-16:00

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

57 registros · 45 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Octopus cyanea

Cephalopoda · Octopodidae
GBIF
Última observación:
31 ene 2026
×2registros

Galaxea fascicularis

Anthozoa · Euphylliidae
GBIF
Última observación:
31 ene 2026
×2registros

Ciliopagurus strigatus

Malacostraca · Diogenidae
GBIF
Última observación:
31 ene 2026
×1registros

Sepioteuthis lessoniana

Cephalopoda · Loliginidae
GBIF
Última observación:
31 ene 2026
×1registros

Stichopus chloronotus

Holothuroidea · Stichopodidae
GBIF
Última observación:
30 ene 2026
×2registros

Gelasimus tetragonon

Malacostraca · Ocypodidae
GBIF
Última observación:
29 ene 2026
×1registros

Tridacna maxima

Bivalvia · Cardiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
27 ene 2026
×3registros

Culcita schmideliana

Asteroidea · Oreasteridae
GBIF
Última observación:
27 ene 2026
×2registros

Holothuria atra

Holothuroidea · Holothuriidae
GBIF
Última observación:
27 ene 2026
×2registros

Nardoa variolata

Asteroidea · Ophidiasteridae
GBIF
Última observación:
27 ene 2026
×1registros

Phyllidia alyta

Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
27 ene 2026
×1registros

Acanthaster mauritiensis

Asteroidea · Acanthasteridae
GBIF
Última observación:
25 ene 2026
×2registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Scuba diving with Exploration Sous-Marine in Mauritius & Rodrigues

Exploration Sous-Marine (Centre de Plongée)

Scuba Diving Mauritius ( sundiver )

Luca Bigara / LBFilms

Diving MAURITIUS - Underwater Video 4K - BLUE PARADISES (S02)

Fly&Dive
wind peaks Jun-Jul-Aug, calmest Nov-Apr-Dec, dry Feb-Dec.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Nov (100/100) Worst: Feb (0/100) Now: Sep (76/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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