

Best for intermediate divers, 13-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Lion Reef is a marine site located off Grand Baie, Mauritius, featuring a reef structure that descends from 13 to 30 metres. Divers typically experience mild currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres, though conditions can occasionally drop to 3 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for intermediate divers. Hazards include jellyfish, lionfish, sea urchins, and stonefish, requiring careful placement of hands and fins. Divers should maintain awareness of depth and stay close to their guided group throughout the 45-minute dive. Water temperatures remain between 24 and 28 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
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Watch where you place your hands and fins throughout the dive as stonefish and sea urchins are present across the reef structure. Confirm current boat operators and any available facilities locally before your trip, as on-site amenities are not confirmed.
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Depth
13-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
The reef structure extends from 13 to 30 metres.
The site is rated for intermediate divers, and participants should be comfortable managing depth and mild currents.
Lion Reef is accessible by boat only.
Divers should be aware of jellyfish, lionfish, sea urchins, and stonefish present on the reef structure.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths starting at 13 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Lion Reef in Grand Baie requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Lion Reef in Grand Baie. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 28°C.
Lion Reef in Grand Baie typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Lion Reef in Grand Baie typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.