

Best for intermediate divers, 11m, boat entry, strong current.
Passe Saint Martin is a drift dive site located off the coast of Flic-en-Flac, Mauritius. The site features a reef environment with an average depth of 11 metres. Access to this location is by boat only. Divers should be prepared for strong currents, which are a characteristic hazard of this site. Visibility is typically around 18 metres. Dives here generally last for 45 minutes. Due to the current conditions, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 24C in the cooler months to 28C during the warmer season.
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If you want shark encounters, ask your dive guide to plan the dive for an incoming tide when predators are most active near the pass.
The site is accessible by short boat ride from the many dive centres operating in the Flic en Flac resort area.
Recorded at this site
Depth
11m
Visibility
18m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-28°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
No, this site is recommended for intermediate divers due to the presence of strong currents.
The average depth at this site is 11 metres.
Access to Passe Saint Martin is by boat only.
The site experiences strong currents and visibility of approximately 18 metres.
Diving at Passe Saint Martin in Flic-en-Flac requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Passe Saint Martin in Flic-en-Flac. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Passe Saint Martin in Flic-en-Flac are May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Passe Saint Martin 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.