Mauritius: Blue Bay Discover Scuba Dive with Mahebourg Pickup

Summary

First time scuba in mauritius blue bay lagoon with guide and gear

You’ll slip beneath the surface at Blue Bay near Mahebourg, learning to breathe underwater with a local guide by your side. Start in calm lagoon waters before heading out for a real sea dive—no experience needed. Expect laughter, a few nerves, and that strange calm only found below the waves.

What’s the experience like?

There’s this weird moment when you first sink under the water at Blue Bay — like your ears pop, and suddenly the world gets quiet except for your own bubbles. I’d never tried scuba before, so my heart was thumping as we shuffled down to the lagoon with our guide, Raj. He grinned and said, “Don’t worry, you’ll forget the surface soon.” The wetsuit felt snug (maybe too snug), but honestly it was comforting once I got used to it. The salt air mixed with sunscreen and something floral I couldn’t place — maybe from someone’s bag nearby.

We started in the shallow part of the lagoon, just floating and getting used to breathing through the regulator. Raj kept giving us these thumbs-up signs underwater — I think he could tell I was nervous because he hovered close by. The water was warm against my skin but cooler as we drifted deeper. When we finally headed out for the actual sea dive (about 45 minutes, though it felt both longer and shorter somehow), everything slowed down. Fish darted past in flashes of yellow and blue; one tiny one stared right at me before vanishing into some coral. I tried waving at it — not sure why — but it made me laugh through my mouthpiece.

I didn’t expect how peaceful it would feel down there, or how much I’d notice little things like the way sunlight flickers on sand or how my own breath sounds echoey inside my head. Afterward, back on shore for debriefing, Raj asked if anyone wanted tea (I did). My hair was a salty mess and I still felt like I was swaying even on dry land. We drove back toward Mahebourg with wet towels and tired smiles. There’s something about that first underwater breath that sticks with you — even now I catch myself thinking about it when I’m stuck in traffic or doing laundry.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Scuba diving experience in Blue Bay

• Briefing about scuba diving
• Don and adjust equipment
• Pool or lagoon session
• Sea dive for 45 minutes
• Exploration and fun dives
• Debriefing session
• Drive back to center

Top questions

Is previous scuba diving experience required?

No experience is needed; this is designed for beginners.

Where does the Discover Scuba Diving take place?

The activity happens at Blue Bay near Mahebourg in Mauritius.

How long is the sea dive during this experience?

The sea dive lasts about 45 minutes after initial training.

Is equipment provided for scuba diving?

Yes, all necessary scuba and snorkelling equipment is included.

Are guides present during the entire activity?

Yes, a local guide stays with you throughout both training and sea dive.

Is transportation included from Mahebourg?

Yes, pickup from Mahebourg area is included in your day trip.

Is this activity suitable for children or people with disabilities?

The tour is wheelchair accessible and suitable for most fitness levels; specialized infant seats are available.

Are there any health restrictions for participants?

This activity isn’t recommended for pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup from Mahebourg, all scuba and snorkelling equipment provided on site, full guidance from a local instructor throughout both lagoon practice and open water dive sessions, plus all fees and taxes covered so you can just focus on breathing underwater for the first time.