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Big Rock, Mauritius

Big Rock is one of those drift dives that, with the right current, really shines. We’ve found ourselves just hanging in the blue here, watching the world slide by. It’s essentially a massive submerged boulder, or a series of them really, creating interesting swim-throughs and overhangs. The rock itself is covered in sponges and anemones, which are always busy with small critters. Look closely for those tiny Minute Triplefins darting around, and we often spot a Dwarf Moray peeking out from a crevice. The real magic happens when a smooth current picks up. That’s when you get the chance to drift past schools of Black-banded Hogfish and see those elegant Candelamoa Parrotfish munching on the coral. Visibility can be excellent, often hitting that 19m average or better, making it perfect for spotting larger pelagics further out. We’ve had a few incredible encounters with eagle rays here, soaring past us in the deeper water towards the 22m mark. It’s a site that works for most qualified divers, but really comes alive for those who appreciate a relaxed drift and keep an eye out for the big stuff passing through.