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The 15 Best Boat Trips in Mauritius

116 tours  ·  from $28

The reef keeps the water flat, which is why half the island’s best days happen on a hull. The 15 below run from a two-hour glass-bottom hop to a full day under sail with lunch on board, each priced and clear about how much swimming time you get.

Mauritius: Ile Aux Cerfs Catamaran Trip w/ Lunch & Transfer - The catamaran ride and the feel on board
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Mauritius: Ile Aux Cerfs Catamaran Trip w/ Lunch & Transfer

1.Ile Aux Cerfs Catamaran Trip w/ Lunch & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,922 reviews · 7 hours · from $110Our pick

Spend seven hours sailing from Trou D’Eau Douce on a 42-foot catamaran. Visit Grand River South East waterfall by speedboat, look for monkeys, snorkel in the lagoon, enjoy a halal 3-course barbecue lunch with drinks, then relax at Ile aux Cerfs. Hotel pickup, guides, and return transport are included.

“The boat was big enough to accommodate all. We were 23 people (max 25). You had many areas to sit inside and outside, shade or sun. The crew was helpful and positive. The waterfall was great and we got to see monkeys up close. On our way to the reaf to snorkle, we saw dolphins. The Ile aux Beach was absolutely beautiful. It was clean, not crowded and had a variety of water sports.”

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Mauritius: Full-Day Catamaran Cruise to the Northern Isles - Meeting the Wind Dancer at Grand Baie
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Mauritius: Full-Day Catamaran Cruise to the Northern Isles

2.Full-Day Catamaran Cruise to the Northern Isles

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

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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Île aux Bénitiers: Snorkeling w/Dolphins Boat Tour & Lunch - The early hotel pickup and west-coast departure
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Île aux Bénitiers: Snorkeling w/Dolphins Boat Tour & Lunch

3.Snorkeling w/Dolphins Boat Tour & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,635 reviews · 7 hours · from $115

You’ll leave early by hotel transfer for a speedboat ride from the west coast, watching and swimming near wild dolphins before snorkeling at Crystal Rock. After views of Le Morne, enjoy a three-course BBQ, local drinks, and beach time on Île aux Bénitiers. Guides such as Yan, Alex, Lulu, and Kevin are praised for friendly, careful service.

“The waiting initially on the beach was unorganised!! and left standing for nearly an hour, otherwise once we got going the guys on the speedboat were brilliant, lots of fun and informative. The BBQ on the island was good but be aware there is only one toilet for a lot of people!!!!!!!”

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Mauritius: Catamaran Cruise to Ile aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch - The Blue Bay and Mahebourg setting
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Mauritius: Catamaran Cruise to Ile Aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch

4.Catamaran Cruise to Ile Aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 925 reviews · 6 hours · from $64

Spend six hours aboard a catamaran from Trou d’eau Douce, with a river trip to Grand River South East Waterfall, a swim and snorkel stop, BBQ lunch, local drinks, and 2.5 hours on Ile aux Cerfs. English and French guides, optional hotel pickup, and a lively crew make this a social, good-value day on the water.

“The catamaran cruise was an amazing experience from start to finish. It wasn’t crowded, so we could really relax and enjoy the day. The food was fresh and tasty, and we met people from all around the world, which made it even more fun. We got to swim, snorkel, walk in the sea, and even enjoy a tube ride every activity was exciting. We also stopped at a beautiful island, which gave us the chance to explore and take even more photos. Overall, it was a fun-filled adventure and a highlight of our trip. Highly recommended!”

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Grand Baie: Catamaran 3 Islands Cruise & Lunch on the Island - The crossing from Grand Baie
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Grand Baie: Catamaran 3 Islands Cruise & Lunch on the Island

5.Catamaran 3 Islands Cruise & Lunch on the Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 918 reviews · 7 hours · from $70

Sail from Grand Baie to Ilot Gabriel, Ile Plate, and Coin de Mire on a lively 7-hour catamaran trip. You’ll reach the first two islands by dinghy, eat a BBQ lunch on Ile Plate, swim and snorkel in clear water, then cruise past Coin de Mire. English and French service, drinks included, hotel transfers not included.

“It was an incredible experience. Beginning from the Captain the entire team was so vibrant and cheerful, their interaction with all customers and updating us every step. We felt very safe with the team. Food was delicious and was catered to all needs, unlimited food and drinks. There's nothing more we could ask on this trip. They gave us enough time in all places”

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Full-Day Catamaran Cruise to Île aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch - Snorkeling in the lagoon
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Full-Day Catamaran Cruise to Île aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch

6.Full-Day Catamaran Cruise to Île aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 455 reviews · from $81

Meet your crew at Pointe Jerome at 9:00 a.m. for a seven-hour catamaran cruise to Île aux Cerfs. You’ll stop to swim and snorkel, look for dolphins, pass a nature reserve, eat a BBQ lunch, and relax on the island. The boat carries up to 31 people, with drinks, snacks, and snorkeling gear included.

“My driver took me to wrong place in the morning. There was like 50 minutes to meeting point. I was so upset that I missed the boat. Then I called the agency. Priscilla & Cathline were so helpful and calming, they arranged me another boat. I can’t thank them enough. And the tRead more”

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Mauritius: Catamaran Day Cruise to lle aux Cerfs with Lunch - Sailing past Ile aux Cerfs
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Mauritius: Catamaran Day Cruise to lle aux Cerfs with Lunch

7.Catamaran Day Cruise to lle aux Cerfs with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 438 reviews · 6 hours · from $65

Meet at Trou d’Eau Douce for a six-hour catamaran cruise with an attentive English- and French-speaking crew. Sail past Ile aux Cerfs, see Grand River South East waterfalls, snorkel with tropical fish, and enjoy a fish and chicken barbecue with drinks. Music creates a friendly party mood, so bring swimwear, a towel, and sunscreen.

“The most amazing day here so far! Such a friendly happy vibe. The guys helping us were awesome. Highly recommended”

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Lydia Boat Mauritius :Private boat tour:Whales&Dolphins encounter - Whales, turtles, and other marine life
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Lydia Boat Mauritius :Private boat tour:Whales&Dolphins encounter

8.Lydia Boat Mauritius :Private boat tour:Whales&Dolphins encounter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 409 reviews · from $225Top rated

Meet the Lydia Boat crew at Restaurant Emba Filao in Le Morne for an early private speedboat trip. You may see wild dolphins and whales, snorkel near Crystal Rock, taste oysters and sea urchin, and enjoy a seafood barbecue with drinks. Guides such as Miguel, Navy, Theo, and Owen are praised for attentive safety support.

“Amazing trip! Highlight of our holidays. They took great care of us the whole day, taking lots of time to find and swim with dolphins. The lobster lunch was absolutely amazing! On the way back we stopped to swim with a giant sea turtle, which was mesmerizing. Absolutely recommend to book with them!”

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Black River: Swim with Dolphin Speed Boat Tour with lunch - The speedboat ride from Flic en Flac
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Black River: Swim with Dolphin Speed Boat Tour with lunch

9.Swim with Dolphin Speed Boat Tour with lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 279 reviews · 6h 30m · from $74

Join a small group of up to 15 people from Flic en Flac for a fast boat trip to see and swim with dolphins, snorkel near Crystal Rock, and visit Île aux Bénitiers. Guides such as Brian and Steven keep the day friendly and safety-minded, with a BBQ lunch, drinks, and beach time included.

“we had amazing Time during the tour. our captan cared everybody will be able to see the dolphins”

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Blue Bay: Blue Bay Glass Bottom Boat Visit and Snorkeling - What the glass-bottom boat actually adds
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Blue Bay: Blue Bay Glass Bottom Boat Visit and Snorkeling

10.Blue Bay Glass Bottom Boat Visit and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 208 reviews · 1 hour · from $28Best value

Spend one hour at Blue Bay Marine Park with La Fiesta, viewing coral and fish through a glass-bottom boat before snorkeling in clear, warm water. English and French-speaking guides such as Lucas, Michel, and Gregory explain the reef and help beginners. Expect a short boat ride, about 45 minutes in the water, and possible delays.

“I selected the 1 hour which was maybe my mistake as the last one I went on was for 3 hours. It was great but as the tide was out we saw very little beautiful coral. The snorkeling was great. I will do it again.”

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Mauritius: Ile aux Cerf Catamaran w/Waterfall Visit & Lunch - Snorkeling in the clear lagoon water
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Mauritius: Ile aux Cerf Catamaran w/Waterfall Visit & Lunch

11.Ile aux Cerf Catamaran w/Waterfall Visit & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 206 reviews · 9 hours · from $70

Join a small group of up to 15 people for a full day from Trou d’Eau Douce to Grand River South East and Ile aux Cerfs. You’ll ride a catamaran, visit a waterfall by speedboat, snorkel, eat a barbecue lunch, and enjoy drinks, music, and beach time. Optional parasailing and underwater walking cost extra.

“Everyone in family enjoyed Catamaran ride and their service. The guide and crew was cheerful and made those 8 hours fun. They helped us book for underwater sea walk also during the trip. Although the rates were higher than vendors available online or in local shops.”

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Sailing Catamaran Cruises - Dolphins, lagoons, and time in the water
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12.Sailing Catamaran Cruises

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 189 reviews · from $75

Set sail from Black River on the Madiana catamaran for a six-and-a-half-hour west-coast cruise. You’ll stop for swimming, snorkeling, reef fish, Crystal Rock, and Benetier Island, with a seafood barbecue, unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, water, snacks, and views of Le Morne. Hotel transport is not included.

“- great crew - great travel group - great snorkeling Experience, absolute fantastic - great organization - great event, absolutely recommended”

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Ilot Gabriel: Catamaran Cruise & BBQ Lunch - The two-hour sail toward Ilot Gabriel
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Ilot Gabriel: Catamaran Cruise & BBQ Lunch

13.Ilot Gabriel: Catamaran Cruise & BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 139 reviews · 7 hours · from $69

Sail from Grand Baie to Ilot Gabriel on a lively seven-hour catamaran trip with snorkeling, beach time, a BBQ lunch, drinks, and French or English guidance. A dinghy carries you between the beach and boat. The route may change to Ile Plate in poor weather, and you should bring your own snorkeling gear.

“We booked late evening for the next day and they managed to put us on a trip for the next morning. the tour was amazing! we started on the catamaran to gabriel island and we could move around as much as we wanted, had drinks and music if we liked. the island was beautiful and the water magical! We swam and were able to snorkel if we wanted to. After we got back on the boat we got a BBQ which was very good and then headed back to the main island. all in all it was a super nice day, well organised and very friendly people”

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Catamaran cruise to Ile aux cerfs with bbq lunch - Leaving Trou d’Eau Douce at 9:30
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Catamaran cruise to Ile aux cerfs with bbq lunch

14.Catamaran cruise to Ile aux cerfs with bbq lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 121 reviews · from $63

Sail from Trou d’Eau Douce to the GRSE waterfalls, snorkel in clear lagoon water, enjoy a BBQ lunch with drinks and music, then relax on Ile aux Cerfs. Tino Boats runs this six-hour trip for up to 30 people. Hotel transfers are not included, though paid pickup may be arranged separately.

“Great trip, great service, great food!! ....we booked the pick up service too - much cheaper than a taxi!”

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Catamaran Adventure Full Day: Ile aux cerfs,GRSE Waterfall,Snorkeling &BBQ Lunch - The morning ride to Grand River South East Waterfall
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Catamaran Adventure Full Day: Ile aux cerfs,GRSE Waterfall,Snorkeling &BBQ Lunch

15.Catamaran Adventure Full Day: Ile aux cerfs,GRSE Waterfall,Snorkeling &BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 120 reviews · from $127

You’ll leave your Mauritius hotel for Trou d’Eau Douce, cruise by catamaran to Grand River South East Waterfall, stop for swimming and snorkeling, then enjoy a three-course BBQ lunch with unlimited drinks. The afternoon brings beach time at Ile aux Cerfs. Parasailing and tube rides cost extra, and snorkeling conditions can vary.

“The taxi ride from hotel to the boat was great experience . The snorkeling was pathetic. Food was average and the drinks ok . Really not worth the money paid .”

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