

Best for advanced divers, 10-28m, boat entry, strong current.
Shark Pit at Coin de Mire is a challenging dive site featuring a combination of reef, wall, and drop-off topography. Reaching depths between 10 and 28 metres, the site is suited for advanced divers due to the presence of strong currents. Access is exclusively by boat, located 11 kilometres from the shore. Divers should be aware of the potential for strong currents and the presence of sharks. Visibility typically ranges from 12 to 28 metres. Species recorded around this area include Emperor Angelfish, Giant Moray, and various scorpionfish and moray species, though these are not confirmed sightings at this specific location.
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Large groups of sharks gather in the morning at the entrance of the pit.
Located in the North West of Mauritius.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
10-28m
Visibility
12-28m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-28°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Year-round
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the strong currents and site conditions.
The site ranges from 10 to 28 metres in depth, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Shark Pit requires a boat for access as it is located 11 kilometres from the shore.
Species recorded around this area include Emperor Angelfish, Giant Moray, and various lionfish and moray species, though these are not confirmed sightings at this exact site.
Divers should be prepared for strong currents and the presence of sharks.
Diving at Shark Pit in Grand Baie requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Shark Pit in Grand Baie. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Shark Pit in Grand Baie are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Shark Pit in Grand Baie can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Shark Pit in Grand Baie typically ranges from 12 metres to 28 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.