

Best for beginner divers, 9-10m, boat entry, mild current.
Trou moutou is a reef and artificial reef site located in Blue Bay, Mauritius. Suitable for both beginners and qualified divers, the site features depths ranging from 9 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres. Access is by boat only, and divers should remain aware of boat traffic in the area. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 15 and 30 metres. Typical dives last approximately 45 minutes, and night diving is permitted. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, Moorish idols, yellow boxfish, raccoon butterflyfish, Pacific bullethead parrotfish, melon butterflyfish, vagabond butterflyfish, sixband parrotfish, bird wrasse, Valentini pufferfish, longnose filefish, snowflake moray, day octopus, and the trance wrinkle dorid.
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Arrive early in the morning as conditions on the south coast are typically calmest before midday.
Accessible by boat from southern coastal towns such as Souillac, Le Bouchon, or Mahebourg. Road access to launch points is available via the B9 coastal road.
Recorded at this site
Depth
9-10m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, Moorish idols, yellow boxfish, butterflyfish, parrotfish, pufferfish, filefish, snowflake moray, day octopus, and the trance wrinkle dorid.
Yes, Trou moutou is considered suitable for beginners and qualified divers alike.
The site has a depth range of 9 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres.
Access to Trou moutou is by boat only.
Yes, Trou moutou is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Diving at Trou moutou in Mahebourg requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Trou moutou in Mahebourg. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Trou moutou in Mahebourg are March, April, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Trou moutou in Mahebourg should be aware of lionfish, stonefish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Trou moutou in Mahebourg typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Trou moutou in Mahebourg typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.