Swiss Drop
Experience the thrill of diving in the crystal-clear waters of Mauritius at our spectacular dive site. With a maximum depth of 20m and excellent visibility of 18m, this dive site is perfect for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced.
Located near Flic en Flac in Black River, Mauritius, this site offers an incredible dive experience. As you explore the depths between 14 and 25 meters, you will encounter a network of captivating caves and passages. If there is a current, it becomes an exciting drift dive. Even those with an Open Water certification can enjoy this exhilarating adventure by staying on the top of the plateau.
Diversity is abundant at this site, with a wide variety of tropical fish gracefully swimming through the waters. Keep your eyes peeled, as lucky divers may also spot majestic rays, awe-inspiring sharks, and, above all, graceful turtles.
Come and explore this underwater wonderland, where the beauty of nature will leave you breathless. Book your dive at our dive site in Mauritius today.
Located near Flic en Flac in Black River, Mauritius, this site offers an incredible dive experience. As you explore the depths between 14 and 25 meters, you will encounter a network of captivating caves and passages. If there is a current, it becomes an exciting drift dive. Even those with an Open Water certification can enjoy this exhilarating adventure by staying on the top of the plateau.
Diversity is abundant at this site, with a wide variety of tropical fish gracefully swimming through the waters. Keep your eyes peeled, as lucky divers may also spot majestic rays, awe-inspiring sharks, and, above all, graceful turtles.
Come and explore this underwater wonderland, where the beauty of nature will leave you breathless. Book your dive at our dive site in Mauritius today.
Diving Conditions Score for Swiss Drop
7.1
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Swiss Drop
Depth
20m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Swiss Drop
Wave Height
1.54m
Wind Speed
16.1 m/s
Water Temp
25.4°C
Visibility
32.58km
Cloud Cover
17%
Wave Period
9.4s
Air Temperature
23°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Swiss Drop
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Dive Score Chart for Swiss Drop
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 6.972799999999999/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.46m, Wind 18.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 6.61208245614035/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Swiss Drop: 06:00
Sunset at Swiss Drop: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Swiss Drop 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: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.46m (9.5s), Wind: 18.4 m/s
Best Night
22:00Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.34m, Wind: 18.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Swiss DropAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Swiss Drop
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 Swiss Drop
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.2/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Swiss Drop
June
Score: 9.3
May
Score: 9.2
July
Score: 9.2
Ideal Conditions for Swiss Drop
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 Swiss Drop
Swiss Drop 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 - Jul 9, 2026
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