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Dive centre · Flic-en-Flac · Mauritius
4.8195 Google reviewsExplore the underwater grottos of The Cathedral and the historic wrecks of Flic-en-Flac with local guides.
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Ocean Divers Co. Ltd is situated on the west coast of Mauritius in Flic-en-Flac, an area known for its white sand beaches and turquoise waters. The centre is positioned just a minute's walk from the beach and offers easy access with on-site parking for those arriving by car.
Operating with both PADI and CMAS affiliations, the centre caters to a wide spectrum of divers. Whether you are looking to complete your first Open Water Diver course or you are an experienced diver seeking to explore local wrecks and reefs, the atmosphere is designed to be relaxed and professional.
The team consists of experienced local guides who provide instruction and exploration trips. They are able to conduct training and guided dives in both English and French, ensuring clear communication for international divers.
For those looking to start their journey, the centre provides intensive courses for beginners. For more advanced divers, the guides lead explorations to a variety of sites, including deeper wrecks and cave systems.
Training is available through both PADI and CMAS frameworks. Beginners can start with the Open Water Diver course, and the centre offers various other certifications to progress through the levels.
Beyond initial training, the centre supports divers looking to expand their skills through various certification programmes, catering to both those just starting out and those looking to advance their technical knowledge.
The centre is conveniently located with easy access to the shore and provides a secure space for kit storage. For those not bringing their own full rig, equipment hire is available on-site.
Night diving is a regular part of the programme, and the centre can provide the necessary torches and kit for these excursions.
The Cathedral is a popular cave site with a maximum depth of 28 metres. It is a highly regarded spot where you can explore a stunning grotto.
Snake Reef offers dives at depths up to 25 metres and is an ideal location for seeing various reef species. You can often encounter manta rays and several types of scorpionfish here.
Cannon Reef features a 17th-century cannon and is home to a GeoCache known as the 'Guardian of the cannon'. The site is accessible to all experience levels.
There are two wrecks available for exploration. One is situated at 18 metres, making it accessible to all levels, while the second lies at 36 metres and is suited for advanced divers.
And some of the dive sites the centre runs.
The reefs around Flic-en-Flac are home to a variety of colourful fish and larger pelagics. You can regularly spot dolphins and manta rays cruising through the water.
Macro life and smaller reef inhabitants are plentiful, particularly around the reef flats. Keep an eye out for lionfish, stonefish, and scorpionfish among the corals.
For those with a keen eye, the area offers plenty of interesting species to observe, including various types of colourful reef fish that inhabit the local ecosystems.
The area is accessible for diving throughout the year. The local topography includes a variety of environments, from shallow reef flats to deeper wreck sites and cave systems.
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