Flic en Flac & West Coast, Mauritius
    Coin de Mire (Gunner's Quoin)

    Aqua BASE

    Best months: Nov–Feb

    Protected Area

    Coin de Mire (Gunner's Quoin)

    Why dive here

    With 434+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blue sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales and great white sharks - Aqua BASE offers some of Flic en Flac & West Coast's richest diving. Water ranges 25-29°C, warmest February, March, April.

    Best timeNov–Feb
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBarracuda, Blue Sharks, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales and Great White Sharks · 434+ species recorded
    Water25-29°C · warmest February, March, April
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Aqua BASE in Flic en Flac has always been a solid pick for us, especially when the south-easterlies kick up a chop elsewhere. It’s not about dramatic drop-offs here; it’s more about the sheer density of everyday reef life, a proper fish soup. We’ve had dives where the schools of Pacific Gregory were so thick, they almost created a shimmering wall, making you feel like you were swimming through glitter. Keep an eye out for the Lineated Butterflyfish weaving through the coral heads and the occasional Strawberry Grouper lurking under ledges – they’re often surprisingly bold. We love how reliably you’ll spot things here. The Big-eye Trevally often patrol in small, curious packs, and if you’re patient, you might find a Dwarf Moray peeking out from its crevice. It’s a site that rewards slow exploration, peering into every nook. For divers who appreciate abundant reef fish and a relaxed pace, it’s a cracker. It’s a friendly site, good for shaking off the rust or just enjoying a calm, easy dive.

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    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Aqua BASE

    Aqua BASE Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Aqua BASE, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-20.25, 57.38) (7km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    25°C

    77°F · Range: 24.2–27.5°C

    Air Temperature

    24°C

    76°F

    Wind Speed

    7.13 m/s

    13.9 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1017.9 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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