Mauritius
Stella Maru
About this Dive Site
Description
Dive into history at the Stella Maru shipwreck in Trou aux Biches, a Japanese trawler intentionally sunk in 1987 to foster marine life. This artificial reef now teems with moray eels, lionfish, and scorpionfish, making it an accessible and captivating dive for all skill levels.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
April, May, September, October, January, March, June, July, August, November, December
Jan
Warm water, good for spotting larger pelagics.
Feb
Rainy season can reduce visibility.
Mar
Visibility starts to improve as the rainy season ends.
Apr
Excellent visibility, start of the prime diving season.
More monthly highlights
May
Calm seas and clear water, ideal for exploring coral gardens.
Jun
Pleasant diving conditions.
Jul
Cooler water, but still good visibility.
Aug
Consistent diving conditions, good for spotting turtles.
Sep
Visibility improving, water warming up.
Oct
Excellent visibility, start of manta ray season.
Nov
Manta ray sightings are common, good for macro life.
Dec
Warm water, good for diving, but expect occasional rain.
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