

Best for beginner divers, 2-18m, shore entry, mild current.
Black Rock is a shore-entry reef located in Flic-en-Flac, Mauritius, suitable for beginner divers. The site features a reef structure ranging from 2 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Divers experience mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres, providing a controlled environment for buoyancy practice. The site is accessible year-round and supports night diving, where the reef environment changes significantly. Facilities available at the location include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station. Divers should monitor depth gauges and maintain awareness of local conditions during their 45-minute dives.
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The site has parking, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station on site, so you can pack light and take your time before and after the dive. Night dives here are worth planning: the reef takes on a different character after dark, and species like the turkey moray are more active once the sun goes down.
Boat access from local dive operators is straightforward, with most trips taking between 10 and 20 minutes from shore.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 18m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
24-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is a shore-entry reef that works well for newly certified divers and those building confidence, with mild currents and depths ranging from 2 to 18 metres.
The reef depth ranges from 2 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Black Rock is primarily a shore-entry dive site.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow sections of the reef starting at 2 metres may be accessible for snorkelling depending on conditions.
Diving at Black Rock in Flic-en-Flac requires the following certifications: PADI, SSI, CMAS. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Black Rock in Flic-en-Flac. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Black Rock in Flic-en-Flac are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Black Rock in Flic-en-Flac should be aware of lionfish, sharks, stonefish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Black Rock in Flic-en-Flac typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Black Rock in Flic-en-Flac typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.