

Best for intermediate divers, 18-28m, boat entry.
Samantha is a reef site located in Grand Baie, Mauritius, offering a deep profile ranging from 18 to 28 metres. Access is exclusively by boat. The site is characterised by an absence of current, allowing divers to explore the reef structure at a steady pace. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres, with midday providing the best natural light for the deeper sections. Due to the depth, this site is suited for intermediate divers. On-site facilities include a dive shop, air fills, gear storage, and guided tours, which are recommended for first-time visitors to familiarise themselves with the reef layout.
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With visibility potentially stretching to 30 metres, natural light does a lot of work at this site, so plan your dive around midday for the best illumination across the deeper sections of the reef. Guided tours are available on site, and for a first visit they are worth taking to learn the layout before diving independently.
Reached by boat from dive centres operating along the north coast of Mauritius, primarily from Grand Baie or Trou aux Biches.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-28m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-28°C
Current
None
Best Time
Year-round
The reef structure at Samantha ranges from 18 to 28 metres in depth.
No, this site is suited for intermediate divers due to its deeper profile.
Samantha is a boat-only dive site; boat charters are required to reach the reef.
Water temperatures at the site range between 24 and 28 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
The site is a deep reef ranging from 18 to 28 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Samantha in Grand Baie requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Samantha in Grand Baie. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Samantha 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.
Divers at Samantha in Grand Baie should be aware of lionfish, stonefish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.