Skin-diving masks and flippers, scuba diving equipment, small discovery submarine or just a swimsuit is all you need to enjoy one of the very pleasurable natural experiences!
Mauritius marine life conceals an infinite sea treasure. Its crystal-clear lagoons and magnificent coral beds inhabited by bright colorful fish and moray eels will not fail to surprise the occasional swimmer or diver. The local undersea life around the coastline offers a wide variety.
Your Diving Guide
North & West Coast
Lagoons are large and the water is very calm for the swimmer along the northern beaches and the west coast. Behind the barrier reef, the experienced scuba diver can come across some spectacular underwater caves or large coral blocks.
East Coast
On the east coast, the underwater life is more varied with greater water circulation in the lagoon. Old shipwrecks are a continuous attraction to the scuba diver.
Specials
Night diving, 'honeymoon' diving and training sessions, of international standards, are available.
Diving Centres
30 Diving Centers operating independently or within hotel premises.
Tourists are informed that health services are not free in Mauritius. The use of the Hyperbaric Decompression Chamber is chargeable and tourists will have to pay the appropriate fee before treatment is received. The cost for treatment carried out in the hyperbaric decompression chamber is Rs 10,000 per session. It is recommended that tourists should be accompanied by their Driving Instructor upon admission at the hospital.
Non- Swimmers
There are several underwater activities available along the North coast. This is ideal for non-swimmers willing to enjoy the marine life in Mauritius.
Deep Sea Fishing
Your Deep Sea Fishing Guide
Best time
November - April
Species Found in Mauritius
Blue or black marlin, all types of sharks, varieties of tuna (skipjack, yellow fin or dog tooth), sailfish, bonitos, dorado, Wahoo or barracuda.
Equipments
Fully equipped fishing boats can be hired from most hotels.
Competitions
A number of deep sea fishing competitions have become regular events over the years. The most prestigious one is the Marlin World Cup which is organized in December.
Blue Safari – The Submarine
Experience the most spectacular way of diving, on board of a real submarine! Comfortably seated in an air-conditioned cabin under atmospheric pressure, you will discover the magic of the marine and coral life at 35 metres deep under the sea. During 45 minutes, you shall discover the ship wrecked ‘Star Hope’, corals and an anchor of the 17th century. A fabulous experience, open to everyone from 2 to 77 years old.
Blue Safari - Tete a Tete Lunch By 35 Meters Depth
A unique experience worldwide! You will enjoy this hour and a half lunch for two: a gastronomic meal served with the finest wine of your choice! The pilot will attend to you personally and serve the welcome drink, the meal course followed by coffee and dessert. An original way, for two, to celebrate a special event.
Blue Safari – The Sub Scooter
The most original underwater excursion! Enjoy the fun of driving yourself or as a couple, your own submarine by 3 metres depth, accompanied by our divers. During 35 minutes you will discover the marine fauna and flora of Mauritius through a large and transparent panoramic cupola under the supervision of a guide. No need to be a swimmer to experience it. Minimum age: 8 years.
BS 600
The Blue Safari Submarine also offers exclusive dives with the BS 600 Submarine:-
The Blue Safari Submarine also offers exclusive dives with the BS 600 Submarine:-
·Exclusive reservation of BS 600 submarine (two to five people)
·Lunch for two
·Champagne at 35 metres (two to four persons)
·Underwater wedding (three to five people)
The cylinder-shaped methacrylate cabin of the BS 600 Submarine is entirely transparent, thus offering an incomparable panoramic view of the ocean.
For all exclusive dives, you will be greeted by a private hostess who will guide you to a transfer boat, booked especially for you.
Exclusive reservation of BS 600 Submarine for two to five people
This is an exclusive dive, to experience with your family, in couple or with friends. According to your preferences, our pilot will bring you over the coral reefs or the Star Hope wreck. Another attraction is to observe the behaviour of a second submarine underwater.
Same schedule and duration as for the BS 1100 dive.
Lunch for Two
A unique experience worldwide! You will enjoy this hour and a half lunch for two: a gastronomic meal served with the finest wine of your choice!
The pilot will attend to you personally and serve the welcome drink, the meal course followed by coffee and dessert. An original way, for two, to celebrate a special event.
Overall duration: 3 hours (starting at 11h30 am or 12h30 p.m.)
Reservation: a minimum of 48-hour notice.
Champagne by 35 meters (two to four people)
Once inside the submarine, you will be welcomed with the finest champagne and canapés, served by our pilot. A touch of elegance is what it takes to celebrate this enchanting moment in such an unusual setting!
Same schedule and duration as for the BS 1100 dive.
Underwater wedding for three to five people
(Including the Civil Status Officer)
Can you think of a more original and romantic way to exchange vows! You can celebrate your wedding down in the ocean depths, with the sole company of colourful fish, your two witnesses and a Civil Status Officer! To make this special event memorable, a diving cameraman will put it on record for you, in a personalized 15 minutes video clip. The newly wedded couple will also be offered bouquet and champagne in the submarine or when surfacing back.
Same schedule and duration as the BS 1100 dive.
Reservation: a minimum of 48-hour notice.
Our service does not include the Civil Status Officer and its fees.
