

Best for advanced divers, 24-26m, boat entry, mild current.
Emily and Waterlily are two wrecks located 1300 metres off the coast of Grand Baie, Mauritius. Resting at depths between 24 and 26 metres, these vessels form an artificial reef structure suitable for advanced divers. The site is accessed by boat, with guided tours recommended to navigate the hulls efficiently. Conditions feature mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Divers should maintain careful buoyancy control to manage entanglement risks associated with the wreck structures. The average dive duration is 50 minutes, and the site is appropriate for those comfortable with recreational depth limits.
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Book a guided tour rather than diving independently here. A guide familiar with both wrecks will navigate you efficiently between the two hulls and point out the safest lines through any enclosed areas, which matters at this depth where bottom time is limited.
Located in Pointe aux Biches. Accessible via boat or guided dive tours.
Recorded at this site
Depth
24-26m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
The wrecks sit at a depth of 24 to 26 metres.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers comfortable with depths between 24 and 26 metres.
Access is by boat only, and it is recommended to book a guided tour.
The primary hazards are the depth and the risk of entanglement within the artificial reef structures.
While the site is used for both diving and snorkelling, the wrecks are located at a depth of 24 to 26 metres.
Diving at Emily and Waterlily in Trou aux Biches requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Emily and Waterlily in Trou aux Biches. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 28°C.
Emily and Waterlily in Trou aux Biches typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Emily and Waterlily in Trou aux Biches typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.