Mauritian Scuba Diving Association

In summer, from November to April, the temperature of the sea varies from 26 to 29oC; and 3 mm shorty wetsuits is all you need. In winter, from May to October, when the sea temperature is between 23 and 25oC, a 5mm long sleeves wetsuit is most welcomed . At this period  one can see humpback whales; visibility being of above 20 meters.


Why choosing Mauritius as a diving destination ?

-	You can dive all year round in nice conditions,
-	You are in human size structures,
-	Sites are various,
-	You can dive on numerous wrecks, about 20 ancient and less ancient wrecks, where you will be able to take fabulous pictures or revive the age of pirates.
-	You can have nice drift dives along droopy slopes and some big passes.
-	Important biodiversity : numerous endemic species to the great delight of the photographers.
-	Breathtaking contours : white-sand backgrounds with coral arches, caves, basaltic blocks covered with sea fans...
-	Night dives possible all year round,
-	Training generally in small groups,
-	A modern hyperbaric chamber for up to six persons is now available in a newly built annex to the Victoria Hospital in Quatre-Bornes, central region of Mauritius. It should be noted that hospital fees in Mauritius are payable for all non-residents. This also applies to the decompression chamber. A payment in cash or by credit card is required after care. Currently, each session in the decompression chamber is charged at Rs 10,000. A receipt will be provided so that you can arrange with your insurance.

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