5-20m
    Flic en Flac & West Coast, Mauritius
    Black River Fishing Reserve

    Canal Trazar

    Best months: Nov–Feb

    Protected Area

    Black River Fishing Reserve

    Why dive here

    With 434+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blue sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales and great white sharks - Canal Trazar offers some of Flic en Flac & West Coast's richest channel 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
    CharacterChannel dive · max 5-20m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Canal Trazar, just off Flic en Flac, is a site we genuinely enjoy, especially when you’re looking for something a bit more relaxed. It's not a dramatic drop, but rather a gentle reef slope that gives way to patches of sand, bottoming out around 22 metres. We love the way the light plays on the sand sections, contrasting with the coral, where you'll find schools of parrotfish, particularly the dusky-capped variety, grazing lazily. Keep an eye out for the smaller stuff here. While the four-saddle grouper might catch your eye, we often find ourselves searching the coral for nudibranchs – they’re definitely present if you're patient enough to look. The visibility, averaging 16 metres, means you get decent views without being overwhelmed by distance. It’s a great spot for a relaxed dive, perfect for photographers wanting to slow down, or anyone who appreciates the quieter moments beneath the surface. Expect to spend your dive exploring the coral heads and the sandy fringes, spotting wrasse and emperor fish.

    Typical Canal Trazar Dive Profile

    5mSafety Stop0m5m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Channel dive - currents can be strong and change direction. Dive at slack tide when possible.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Canal Trazar

    Canal Trazar Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Canal Trazar, 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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