Mauritius
Stingray Alley
About this Dive Site
Description
Experience the gentle giants of the ocean at Stingray Alley in Grand Bay, a prime location for close encounters with graceful stingrays gliding over the sandy seabed. Keep an eye out for camouflaged octopuses and flounders also inhabiting this lively underwater arena.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
April, May, September, October, March, June, July, August, November, December
Jan
Warm water, but visibility can be affected by summer rains.
Feb
Peak of the rainy season, visibility can be lower.
Mar
Rainy season subsiding, visibility improving.
Apr
Excellent visibility, start of the best diving season.
More monthly highlights
May
Calm seas, clear water, ideal for exploring shipwrecks.
Jun
Pleasant diving conditions.
Jul
Cooler water, but still good visibility.
Aug
Consistent diving conditions.
Sep
Visibility improving, water warming up.
Oct
Excellent visibility, start of manta ray season in nearby areas.
Nov
Manta ray sightings are possible, good for macro photography.
Dec
Warm water, good for diving, but expect occasional rain.
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