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Explore Flic en Flac

Nestled along the pristine western coastline of Mauritius, Flic en Flac is a diver's paradise that promises an unforgettable underwater adventure. This picturesque village, once a humble fishing enclave, has blossomed into a vibrant tourist hub, renowned for its expansive beaches and crystal-clear lagoons. The diving experience here is enriched by the impressive variety of marine life, from colorful coral gardens teeming with vibrant fish to majestic turtles and playful dolphins. Flic en Flac offers a range of dive environments that cater to all levels of divers. Whether you're exploring the famous La Cathédrale with its magnificent underwater cathedral-like formations, or the enchanting Tug II and Kai Sei 113 wrecks, each site offers its own unique story. Adventure seekers can dive into the depths of Cavern Moe, a thrilling cave dive at 60 meters/196.9 feet, while Snake Reef provides a gentler exploration with its stunning coral formations. Visibility is consistently excellent, and the warm waters make it a year-round diving destination. With a blend of shore dives and boat trips available, Flic en Flac ensures that divers can indulge in their preferred style. The region's high visibility and captivating marine biodiversity make it a hotspot for underwater photography. Seasonal variations bring different marine life to the fore, ensuring that every dive is a new experience. Whether you're a novice or an experienced diver, Flic en Flac's underwater wonders promise excitement and discovery at every turn.

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Diving in Flic en Flac

Flic en Flac, located on the west coast of Mauritius, is renowned for its diverse dive sites. One of the highlights is the Cathedral, a stunning underwater cave system teeming with marine life, making it perfect for adventurous divers. Wreck enthusiasts should not miss the Tug II, a famous wreck dive that sits at around 20 meters/66 feet, attracting a variety of fish and coral growth.

For those interested in shore diving, Flic en Flac offers easy access to vibrant reefs, ideal for both beginner and experienced divers. Night dives here reveal a different world, showcasing nocturnal marine behaviors and bioluminescent wonders. The area provides a nice balance between shore and liveaboard diving, allowing divers to explore the rich underwater landscapes at their own pace while enjoying the comforts of shore facilities.

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The best Months to Dive in Flic en Flac

Flic en Flac offers diving opportunities throughout the year, making it a favored destination for divers. Water temperatures range from 24°C–28°C/75°F–82°F, providing comfortable conditions for diving. Visibility is generally excellent, often exceeding 30 meters/98 feet, allowing divers to fully appreciate the vibrant marine life and coral formations.

Though diving is possible year-round, the best conditions are typically from November to April when the seas are calmer. During the winter months of June to September, stronger currents and winds can affect diving, although these conditions do not significantly hinder activities. Divers should always check local conditions before planning dives during these less favorable periods.

Top Wildlife Sightings in Flic en Flac

Flic en Flac, located on the western coast of Mauritius, offers a vibrant underwater ecosystem that attracts divers worldwide. The coral reefs here are teeming with various reef fish, including the striking clownfish, parrotfish, and angelfish, providing a colorful spectacle throughout the year. These species are commonly encountered around the shallow reefs, making them accessible to divers of all levels.

Seasonal highlights at Flic en Flac include sightings of larger marine animals. From November to March, divers have a good chance of encountering reef sharks, particularly around deeper dive sites such as the Cathedral. Meanwhile, turtle sightings are quite common, especially the green and hawksbill turtles, which are often seen gliding gracefully among the coral gardens. Rays, including the majestic eagle ray, are also spotted occasionally, particularly during the warmer months from December to February.

Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 200

Moray Eel

Moray Eel

3.1k Sightings
J
167
F
241
M
313
A
258
M
300
J
155
J
280
A
294
S
244
O
211
N
332
D
274
Green Turtle

Green Turtle

1.8k Sightings
J
81
F
94
M
86
A
154
M
148
J
125
J
217
A
206
S
171
O
150
N
165
D
156

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 25

Eagle Ray

Eagle Ray

1.6k Sightings
J
61
F
82
M
87
A
82
M
102
J
95
J
158
A
162
S
183
O
201
N
178
D
179

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 600

Wrasse

Wrasse

639 Sightings
J
4
F
54
M
14
A
75
M
75
J
63
J
75
A
27
S
63
O
83
N
79
D
27
Hawksbill Turtle

Hawksbill Turtle

513 Sightings
J
18
F
28
M
51
A
41
M
29
J
22
J
46
A
64
S
58
O
43
N
56
D
57

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 300

Octopus

Octopus

455 Sightings
J
40
F
62
M
68
A
99
M
55
J
36
J
25
A
20
S
23
O
3
N
2
D
22

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 27

Barracuda

Barracuda

194 Sightings
J
10
F
18
M
6
A
7
M
10
J
9
J
3
A
13
S
26
O
35
N
35
D
22

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 90

Angelfish

Angelfish

3.2k Sightings
J
158
F
259
M
250
A
249
M
239
J
145
J
345
A
291
S
357
O
300
N
309
D
295

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 130

Butterfly Fish

Butterfly Fish

2.9k Sightings
J
134
F
226
M
209
A
219
M
207
J
135
J
316
A
301
S
332
O
278
N
302
D
256

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 8

Bannerfish

Bannerfish

2.9k Sightings
J
128
F
247
M
231
A
200
M
250
J
145
J
297
A
266
S
300
O
263
N
299
D
281

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 60

Soldierfish

Soldierfish

2.9k Sightings
J
126
F
239
M
256
A
201
M
249
J
131
J
266
A
246
S
323
O
255
N
302
D
277

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 40

Triggerfish

Triggerfish

2.7k Sightings
J
120
F
255
M
232
A
185
M
236
J
132
J
253
A
241
S
274
O
230
N
260
D
251

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 12

Lionfish

Lionfish

2.5k Sightings
J
136
F
263
M
238
A
205
M
228
J
122
J
246
A
174
S
194
O
177
N
263
D
214

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 28

Clownfish

Clownfish

2.4k Sightings
J
108
F
190
M
197
A
193
M
207
J
118
J
233
A
217
S
243
O
206
N
231
D
235

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 3

Trumpetfish

Trumpetfish

2.3k Sightings
J
110
F
208
M
241
A
175
M
216
J
128
J
181
A
172
S
247
O
185
N
224
D
212

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 90

Goatfish

Goatfish

2.3k Sightings
J
91
F
203
M
197
A
185
M
224
J
108
J
188
A
188
S
249
O
198
N
234
D
223

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 100

Parrotfish

Parrotfish

2.3k Sightings
J
103
F
187
M
173
A
179
M
185
J
108
J
244
A
201
S
218
O
200
N
235
D
224

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 150

Sweetlips and Grunts

Sweetlips and Grunts

2.1k Sightings
J
94
F
150
M
162
A
149
M
209
J
81
J
210
A
209
S
231
O
191
N
214
D
207

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 350

Damselfish

Damselfish

2.1k Sightings
J
103
F
155
M
163
A
162
M
209
J
110
J
219
A
175
S
204
O
172
N
192
D
196

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 25

Boxfish

Boxfish

2k Sightings
J
63
F
163
M
160
A
160
M
180
J
113
J
187
A
170
S
204
O
164
N
206
D
194

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 130

Pufferfish

Pufferfish

1.8k Sightings
J
68
F
136
M
161
A
173
M
183
J
103
J
143
A
135
S
147
O
178
N
208
D
151

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 20

Porcupinefish

Porcupinefish

1.4k Sightings
J
59
F
74
M
140
A
115
M
137
J
78
J
100
A
142
S
130
O
135
N
137
D
138

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 85

Surgeonfish

Surgeonfish

1.1k Sightings
J
29
F
89
M
93
A
78
M
60
J
74
J
103
A
122
S
155
O
99
N
109
D
83

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 3000

Nudibranch

Nudibranch

973 Sightings
J
40
F
83
M
117
A
90
M
122
J
41
J
66
A
57
S
69
O
62
N
115
D
111

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 250

Scorpionfish

Scorpionfish

921 Sightings
J
54
F
111
M
99
A
72
M
66
J
34
J
89
A
82
S
71
O
59
N
105
D
79

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 250

Grouper/Basslets

Grouper/Basslets

896 Sightings
J
24
F
72
M
20
A
78
M
86
J
50
J
138
A
125
S
115
O
56
N
71
D
61

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 60

Squirrelfish

Squirrelfish

743 Sightings
J
36
F
63
M
30
A
71
M
67
J
14
J
67
A
97
S
139
O
42
N
44
D
73

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 80

Stingrays

Stingrays

710 Sightings
J
68
F
62
M
63
A
65
M
43
J
45
J
63
A
37
S
46
O
48
N
72
D
98

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 30

Stonefish

Stonefish

653 Sightings
J
42
F
81
M
77
A
59
M
62
J
21
J
49
A
51
S
28
O
37
N
77
D
69

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 3400

Shrimp

Shrimp

644 Sightings
J
70
F
40
M
96
A
59
M
77
J
35
J
45
A
20
S
42
O
12
N
60
D
88

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 110

Snapper

Snapper

562 Sightings
J
5
F
29
M
40
A
63
M
64
J
45
J
61
A
18
S
59
O
56
N
84
D
38

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 7000

Crab

Crab

560 Sightings
J
56
F
64
M
71
A
71
M
81
J
25
J
11
A
11
S
34
O
20
N
47
D
69

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 40

Jackfish

Jackfish

462 Sightings
J
21
F
61
M
30
A
50
M
37
J
10
J
40
A
53
S
36
O
32
N
51
D
41
Leaf Scorpionfish

Leaf Scorpionfish

378 Sightings
J
26
F
39
M
43
A
56
M
57
J
20
J
21
A
25
S
16
O
14
N
36
D
25

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 130

Pipefish

Pipefish

337 Sightings
J
35
F
43
M
39
A
36
M
46
J
13
J
13
A
8
S
17
O
17
N
36
D
34

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 3

Cornetfish

Cornetfish

325 Sightings
J
3
F
23
M
16
A
31
M
26
J
35
J
50
A
22
S
20
O
40
N
21
D
38

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 30

Sand Eel

Sand Eel

242 Sightings
J
20
F
20
M
24
A
44
M
18
J
8
J
24
A
12
S
26
O
2
N
28
D
16

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 120

Flounder

Flounder

209 Sightings
J
18
F
39
M
16
A
8
M
16
J
5
J
5
A
13
S
21
O
8
N
39
D
21

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 60

Spiny Lobster

Spiny Lobster

199 Sightings
J
11
F
18
M
10
A
5
M
32
J
2
J
0
A
18
S
25
O
14
N
29
D
35
Whitetip Reef Shark

Whitetip Reef Shark

190 Sightings
J
0
F
10
M
0
A
0
M
0
J
0
J
19
A
48
S
54
O
45
N
14
D
0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 300

Snake Eel

Snake Eel

161 Sightings
J
1
F
33
M
29
A
1
M
9
J
1
J
7
A
4
S
14
O
15
N
24
D
23

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 55

Lobster

Lobster

106 Sightings
J
17
F
11
M
4
A
3
M
16
J
0
J
13
A
3
S
12
O
0
N
13
D
14