Bambous
Colin Bambous is a dive site in Mauritius, located close to Flic en Flac in Black River. With a maximum depth of 31m, this site is recommended for advanced divers with Deep Diver Specialty. Prepare to be captivated by the awe-inspiring steep walls and rock formations that await you at this underwater landscape. While encounters with marine life may be limited, you may have the opportunity to observe turtles feeding or resting on the plateaus of the steep slopes. With a visibility of 18m, Colin Bambous promises a rewarding and memorable diving experience.
Diving Conditions Score for Bambous
6.5
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Bambous
Depth
31m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Bambous
Wave Height
2.68m
Wind Speed
9.2 m/s
Water Temp
25.5°C
Visibility
32.72km
Cloud Cover
19%
Wave Period
10.75s
Air Temperature
19.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Bambous
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Dive Score Chart for Bambous
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 6.394966666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 2.22m, Wind 4.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 5.9594/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Bambous: 06:00
Sunset at Bambous: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Bambous are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
17:00Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 2.22m (11.5s), Wind: 4.6 m/s
Best Night
20:00Score: 6.0/10
Waves: 2.28m, Wind: 3.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for BambousAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bambous
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Bambous
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.2/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Bambous
June
Score: 9.3
May
Score: 9.2
July
Score: 9.2
Ideal Conditions for Bambous
Water Temp
24.9°C / 76.8°F
April
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
June
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Bambous
Bambous follows southern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (24.9°C) and October the coldest (20.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). July is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during March to May, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 23, 2026
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