

Best for beginner divers, 5-27m, boat entry, mild current.
Caravelle is a diverse dive site off Grand Baie, Mauritius, featuring a combination of reef, wall, and canyon topography. Suitable for beginners, the site offers depths ranging from 5 to 27 metres with an average of 18 metres. Divers experience mild currents, making it appropriate for drift diving. Visibility is variable, typically between 5 and 10 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is also available for night diving. Divers should maintain good buoyancy to avoid sharp coral and be aware of potential boat traffic in the area. Exposure protection is recommended to guard against coral and rocks.
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Watch for jellyfish during your pre-dive briefing and ask your operator about current boat traffic patterns on the day, as this is an active area. Wear exposure protection to guard against sharp coral and rocks if you brush against the reef.
Accessible by boat from Grand Baie or Pereybere, with travel time typically between 15 and 25 minutes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-27m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though an Open Water certification is required to dive here.
The site ranges from 5 to 27 metres in depth, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Caravelle is a boat-access-only site, requiring arrangements with a local operator.
The site is designated for diving activities and requires boat access.
Hazards include boat traffic, the presence of jellyfish, and sharp coral. Divers should maintain good buoyancy control to avoid contact with the reef.
Diving at Caravelle in Grand Baie requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Caravelle in Grand Baie. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Caravelle in Grand Baie are January, February, March, April, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Caravelle in Grand Baie typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Caravelle in Grand Baie typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.