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Pointe Plate
Boat-accessed arch dive with coral shoulders and big fish.
Local operator required
Boat access, swell timing, and arch navigation make local operator support the normal setup for this site.
Pointe Plate is a boat-accessed arch dive off Port-Louis with coral shoulders, moderate depth, and the best conditions in the warmer months.
About Pointe Plate
Pointe Plate is a boat-accessed arch dive off Port-Louis, with a dramatic natural ceiling, coral shoulders, and a structure that rewards slow, careful navigation. The site feels more like an underwater shape to move through than a straight reef line: the arch and adjacent passages are where the action is, with shaded pockets, open sand, and clear routes for patient divers. It is best treated as a timing-and-buoyancy dive, because swell and surge can change how the arch behaves from one day to the next.
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Research Estimate At Pointe Plate
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 18m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentLight current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is Pointe Plate?
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Pointe Plate Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 21m
Depth Note
The site is commonly described as a 10 to 21 m arch profile with a main route around the mid-20s.
Best Season
May to October
Typical Conditions
Boat-accessed arch dive with mild current, occasional surge, moderate depth, and cool water.
Safety & Access At Pointe Plate
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environmentSurge
Safety Notes
Bring a torch for the darker sections and keep buoyancy tight through the arch. Avoid the site when swell is pushing into the passage.
Access Restrictions
The arch section is usually run only when swell is low enough for a safe crossing, and divers should stay relaxed through the passage.
Local Intel For Pointe Plate
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The main appeal is the arch and the coral shoulder below it, with shaded pockets that reward slow, controlled movement.
Freediving
Freediving can work in the shallower approach during calm spells, but the arch and surge make scuba the cleaner fit.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel-first site; the main feature sits below the surface, though the boat trip can support surface viewing between dives.
Wildlife at Pointe Plate
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Pointe Plate
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Pointe Plate
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility18m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
