Things to do · Destination Guide
A quiet Indian Ocean dive island with a wide lagoon, tidal reef passes and rewarding shore days.
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Mourouk-based Bouba Diving advertises supervised introductions, training and day-boat diving; the MSDA directory separately identifies Eco Evasion at Pointe Monier and Alex Salamander at Terre Rouge. The Rodrigues Tourism Office describes shallow protected lagoon dives, tidal channels and reef terrain. Pass currents and exposed outer-slope swell require active site selection, not just certification level. Actual departures, instructor credentials, medical readiness and marine-area permissions were not date-confirmed.
Couzoupa
Operator-described coral aquarium and tidal pass drift, not a promise of a benign beginner current.
Castel Rock
Operator-listed wall near a pass exit, known for reef fish moving in current; itinerary and current conditions require guide verification.
Le Jardin
Bouba describes a sloping reef with arches and overhangs, reaching about 34 m in the operator account.
Pate la Passe
Bouba specifically places this site among its advanced-level options, with a reported maximum around 39 m.
Neptune
Operator-listed outer-reef cavern and rocky terrain exposed to swell, described for more experienced divers.
Operator Checklist
Ask each dive shop for written answers on: current departure days, dive languages, qualification acceptance (PADI/SSI/CMAS and local requirements), guide ratios, rental gear sizes, filled gas type, functioning emergency oxygen, communication, transport to sites, protected-area authorisations, weather cancellations, refunds and medical evacuation. Do not assume all advertised sites are reached from every base. Schedule the last dive well before the inter-island flight; DAN recommends at least 12 hours after a single no-stop dive or 18 hours after repetitive/multiday no-stop diving, with more margin prudent. Ask the provider for exact sites and approved entries before booking.
Conditions Fallback
Avoid