SeaUrchin says eagle rays are often spotted at Big Rock.
West-coast drift dive with eagle rays at Big Rock, Mauritius.
West-coast drift dive with eagle rays at Big Rock, Mauritius.
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Local Flic en Flac operators and pickup support make the boat logistics straightforward.
Big Rock is a west-coast drift dive with a shallow-to-deeper route and a strong chance of eagle-ray sightings when the current is smooth. It suits qualified divers who want a scenic drift rather than a hard technical dive.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
20m - 26m
Depth Note
Big Rock is commonly dived on a shallower route around 20 m or a deeper route to about 26 m.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer west-coast conditions usually giving the best experience.
Typical Conditions
A drift profile with a shallow-to-deeper route and the best sightings when the current is smooth.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Treat Big Rock as a drift dive even when the route feels relaxed; keep current and air planning conservative.
Access Restrictions
Best for qualified divers who are comfortable with drift timing and mild current.
Legal Notes
No special permit requirement is noted.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Drift dive with options for a shallower (~20 m) or deeper (~26 m) profile.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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Research Sources
SeaUrchin says eagle rays are often spotted at Big Rock.
Sundivers says it is based in La Pirogue, is accessible to outside divers, and offers pickup support in Flic en Flac.
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