12 Boat Tours in North Mauritius Worth Booking

1.Full-Day Catamaran Cruise to the Northern Isles

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,798 reviews · 8 hours · from $82Our pick

Join the orange-and-white Wind Dancer from Grand Baie for an 8-hour cruise to Flat Island, Gabriel Island, and Coin de Mire. You get tea, coffee, cake, snorkeling gear, a BBQ lunch, drinks, and time to swim or relax. The English- and French-speaking crew, including crew member Paul, keeps the day friendly and well organized.

“This was THE BEST boat trip we have ever been on. The crew were incredible; professional, attentive and fun. The beaches were stunning. The crew fed the fish to help us see more of the beautiful species. We got plenty of time at the snorkeling and on the islands. On the way back from the islands the Captain took the time to stop and allow us to see the dolphins while other boats raced back to port. The food was delicious and the drink plenty. The most perfect day. We loved it. Thank you so much!”

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2.Luxury Catamaran Cruise: The Northern Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 114 reviews · from $113

From Bain Boeuf Public Beach, sail toward Gunners Coin, Ilot Gabriel, and Ile Plate on a six-hour catamaran trip. You’ll have time on two beaches, use supplied snorkelling gear, and eat a barbecue lunch with drinks on board. The group is capped at 17, though rough seas can change the route.

“What we liked - on time, neat & clean boat and in good condition, good food What we disliked - we couldn't do any of the planned activities since waters were too choppy for the boat cause of winds. But that's obviously not in crew's controlRead more”

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3.Catamaran cruise to 3 Northern Isles with lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 77 reviews · 7 hours · from $76

Set out from Grand Bay on a seven-hour catamaran trip to Mauritius’ Northern Isles. You’ll visit Gabriel and Flat islands, swim and snorkel near coral reefs, and enjoy a BBQ lunch with drinks aboard. Gunners Coin may be a final snorkeling stop if weather and sea conditions allow. English and French guidance is provided.

“Bardzo miła obsługa, starali się stworzyć fajną atmosferę. Byli uważni i dbali o dobre samopoczucie pasażerów. Nasz syn bardzo chciał usiąść za sterem i kierował łodzią z dobre 10 minut. Kilka rzeczy do wzięcia pod uwagę: 1. Na wyspie nie ma żadnych napojów. Warto sobie wziąć butelkę wody ze sobą. Szczególnie, że jest mega gorąco, a na wyspie zostawiają nas na 2h. Na łodzi jest napojów pod dostatkiem. 2. Smarować się, smarować się i jeszcze raz smarować się filtrami. Jesteśmy tu już kilka dni, smarowaliśmy się sporo, a i tak wszyscy wróciliśmy dzisiaj spaleni w kilku miejscach. 3. Warto zabrać obuwie do wody. Na wyspie jest dużo raf i dużo…”

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4.3 North Islands Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & Drinks on island.

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 47 reviews · from $58

Set out from Grand Baie at 8:30 am on a catamaran cruise to Ilot Gabriel, Ile Plate, and Coin de Mire. Swim, snorkel, relax on white-sand beaches, and enjoy a barbecue lunch with drinks. The boat carries up to 48 people, though the atmosphere can feel like a lively party cruise.

“Fand nicht statt, wegen Wetter - gut "safety first", aber die Stornierung seitens Veranstalter wurde uns erst vor Ort bekannt gegeben - das kostete uns 1800Rupien fürs Taxi - was ist los mit dem Veranstalter? Wir müssen 24h vorher stornieren”

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5.North: Cruise to the flat island & Gabriel island.bbq lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 36 reviews · from $76

Set sail from Grand Baie on a catamaran to Ile Plate and Ilot Gabriel, with about an hour on each island for swimming, snorkeling, or beach time. Enjoy a BBQ lunch, drinks, and music aboard, then cruise close to Coin de Mire before returning. Hotel transfers are not included.

“Great activity, the entertainers on the boat are super nice! Music and a great atmosphere guaranteed The northern islands are amazing, and when you go snorkeling, you might just get lucky and spot some turtles! The BBQ is awesome! I'd recommend it 100 times”

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6.Full-Day Northern Catamaran Cruise: Coin de Mire and Ile Plate Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 21 reviews · from $111

Spend about seven hours aboard a catamaran from Grand Bay, sailing past Cap Malheureux and Pereybere to swim and snorkel near Coin de Mire and Île Plate. A barbecue lunch, beer, wine, rum, soft drinks, and hotel transfers are included. Crew members may include Kevin, Rudi, Bruno, and Olivier.

“Info said a maximum of 8 travellers - we had 30. The boat's captain sat on the rear steps for the entire journey nursing what looked like a massive hangover and finally we spent 90 minutes going round in circles on the ocean on the way hoRead more”

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7.Full Day Catamaran Cruise – North Ilot Gabriel (sharing)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · from $84

Set sail from Grand Baie at 9:00 am on a shared catamaran to Île aux Gabriel. Enjoy a 1h30 cruise past Coin de Mire, three hours for swimming, snorkeling, and beach time, plus onboard local and international food. The boat holds up to 29 people and returns to Grand Baie.

“Magnifique mais trop de monde à la fois il y a beaucoup trop de bateaux en même temps Cela gâche un peu le moment”

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8.Sunset Catamaran Cruise, Drinks & Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 14 reviews · from $55Best value

Set sail from Grand Baie for two hours along Mauritius’s northern coast. You’ll watch the sun sink over the lagoon, enjoy local rum, wine, Phoenix beer, soft drinks, and small snacks, then return after dark. The green flash is possible but not guaranteed. Bring a jacket, sunscreen, and motion-sickness tablets if needed.

“Everything was great...short trip...large catamaran...unlimited drinks and snacks...a fantastic end to our vacation.”

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9.Catamaran Mauritius Cruise in the North Coasts

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · 6 hours · from $170

Spend about six hours sailing from Grand Baie to Flat Island, Gabriel Island, and Coin de Mire. You’ll get transport from Port Louis, tea, coffee, cake, a BBQ lunch, drinks, swimming, and snorkeling time. English and French guiding is available, with shared and private cruise options.

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10.North East of Mauritius: Catamaran Cruise w/ BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 6 reviews · from $80

Meet the crew at 9:30 am at Veranda Paul et Virginie Hotel Resort in Grand-Gaube for a 6.5-hour catamaran cruise. Snorkel in the Grand Gaube lagoon, visit the mangroves of L’ile d’Ambre, enjoy a BBQ lunch with drinks, then relax at Bernaches Island. Hotel transfers are not included.

“It corresponds to the service description. You don't travel far. Snorkeling in this area wasn't worth it. Unlimited drinks.”

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11.Catamaran Cruise w/ BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $80Top rated

Meet the Blue Safari Mauritius team at Sunset Boulevard in Grand Baie for a six-hour catamaran trip to Coin de Mire, Gabriel Island, Flat Island, and nearby waters. You will watch Pailles-en-Queue birds, swim and snorkel, enjoy a BBQ lunch with drinks, and return around 3:30 pm. Bring your own snorkeling gear if preferred.

“We had a fantastic crew and a great trip on the catamaran to the northern islands. I would recommend it anytime and book again. The barbecue was delicious and the crew was always attentive. Thank you very much for the wonderful experience.”

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12.Full Day Catamaran Luxury Cruise to Northern Islands w Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 3 reviews · 6 hours · from $115

Spend about six hours aboard a Lagoon 380 catamaran from Bain Boeuf to Gunners Coin, Flat Island, and Gabriel Island. You’ll snorkel in clear lagoon water, eat a barbecue lunch, and have water and alcoholic drinks included. Bring swimwear and a towel, but note that hotel transfers are not provided.

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