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The 15 Best Dolphin Tours in Mauritius

63 tours  ·  from $47

Spinner pods rest in the sheltered water off Tamarin at first light and move out to the deep by mid-morning, so every one of these leaves early. The 15 below are compared on boat size, how close they get, and what the rest of the morning holds.

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

1.Snorkeling w/Dolphins Boat Tour & Lunch

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

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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Black River: Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat - Swimming with spinner and bottlenose dolphins
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Black River: Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat

2.Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 595 reviews · 5 hours · from $129

Set out from Grande Riviere Noire on a speedboat with up to 14 passengers and two skippers. Swim with spinner and bottlenose dolphins, watch whales from the boat only, then snorkel over a tropical reef. Guides explain safe, low-impact wildlife practices. Expect spray, bumpy water, and no guarantee of whale sightings.

“Alan made us feel extremely safe and well looked after. He explained how you should not go too close to the whales as it distresses them, and he obeyed all the correct procedures. We were able to see amazing whales without emotionally harming the animals, unlike other companies we saw. As for the dolphins, again they made sure it was safe for us to enter the water and the experience was utterly magical.”

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Tamarin: Dolphin Snorkel, CrystalRock, ile o Benitiers Lunch - What swimming with dolphins is really like
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Tamarin: Dolphin Snorkel, CrystalRock, ile o Benitiers Lunch

3.Dolphin Snorkel, CrystalRock, ile o Benitiers Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 511 reviews · from $77

Meet your licensed crew at Tamarin Public Beach for a speedboat trip in search of dolphins. Swim and snorkel when conditions allow, stop at Crystal Rock, then eat a local BBQ on Ile aux Benitiers. Guides may include Gregory, Peanut, Atish, Jonathan, or Jordan. Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and a change of clothes.

“Gregory & Peanut were absolutely amazing crew on the boat. They made sure we saw everything that was promised in the description and even more! Absolutely 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

4.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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Whale Dream ltd - Whales watching and swim with dolphins - Meeting spinner and bottlenose dolphins
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Whale Dream ltd – Whales watching and swim with dolphins

5.Whale Dream ltd – Whales watching and swim with dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 308 reviews

Leave Rivière Noire at 6am on a private boat for whale watching, dolphin encounters, and snorkeling. The crew uses a hydrophone to locate sperm whales and follows Mauritius rules: you may swim with dolphins, but not whales. Boats, gear, soft drinks, and snacks are included for up to four people.

“Had the most amazing once in a lifetime experience with Whale Dream. We were lucky to spot an entire family of whales. The best part was that the crew was very respectful of the whales and kept a distance from them. While there are other Read more”

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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

6.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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Tamarin: Guided Kayak Tour with Dolphins - Paddling into the bay for dolphins
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Tamarin: Guided Kayak Tour with Dolphins

7.Guided Kayak Tour with Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 190 reviews · 2h 30m · from $64

Set out early from Tamarin Beach with a guide in English or French. Paddle for about two hours through Tamarin Bay, watching for spinner and bottlenose dolphins without chasing them. If the dolphins stay away, follow the river route instead. Guides including Theo, Yan, Mathieu, and Gilles are praised for calm, friendly local insight.

“Fantastic experience to observe dolphins by kayak, way way better than going through boats that are ruining environment and experience afterwards. Jeremy was a amazing local guide. Strongly recommend”

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Dolphins Encounter and Whale Watching - Searching for whales with a hydrophone
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Dolphins Encounter and Whale Watching

8.Dolphins Encounter and Whale Watching

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 153 reviews · from $116

Meet at 6:45 a.m. in Black River for a small-group speedboat trip with a skipper and crew. Watch wild dolphins, swim with them two at a time when conditions allow, snorkel a coral reef, then search for whales with an onboard hydrophone. Sperm whales appear year-round, while humpbacks are seasonal.

“The whole trip was amazing, seeing and swimming with dolphins then seeing 3 pods of whales. This was an amazing experience for our wedding anniversary. We felt so privileged to view these beautiful creatures.”

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Dolphin Encounters, Ile aux Benitier & Crystal rock: Full-Day (Lunch & Transfer) - The dolphin encounter: exciting, but not controlled
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Dolphin Encounters, Ile aux Benitier & Crystal rock: Full-Day (Lunch & Transfer)

9.Dolphin Encounters, Ile aux Benitier & Crystal rock: Full-Day (Lunch & Transfer)

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 148 reviews · from $111

Start with hotel pickup and a speedboat ride from Flic en Flac or Tamarin. Learn dolphin approach rules, snorkel near Crystal Rock, then eat a three-course barbecue and relax on Ile aux Benitiers. Guides such as Oliver, Brian, and Ashish have earned praise for friendly, careful service, though dolphin encounters can be crowded.

“A lovely morning seeing the dolphins and the beach for the bbq is beautiful!! Ashish the driver and the boys were wonderful!”

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Mauritius: Snorkel and Swim with Dolphins on Speedboat Tour - Swimming With Dolphins That Keep Moving
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Mauritius: Snorkel and Swim with Dolphins on Speedboat Tour

10.Snorkel and Swim with Dolphins on Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 147 reviews · from $49

Meet your captain and guide at Tamarin Beach for a briefing, then ride by speedboat into open water to watch and swim with dolphins in their natural habitat. You may return to the boat and move on before swimming again, depending on where the dolphins go. Snorkeling gear, life vest, and drinks are included.

“The fruit juices mentioned in the service were the only thing missing. But great activity! We were really impressed. An unforgettable moment”

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Speedboat to Ile aux Benitier: Dolphin Encounter & Lunch - A speedboat ride that is part of the attraction
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Speedboat to Ile aux Benitier: Dolphin Encounter & Lunch

11.Speedboat to Ile aux Benitier: Dolphin Encounter & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 144 reviews · 6 hours · from $70

You’ll ride a speedboat from Flic en Flac into Tamarin Bay for a dolphin encounter, snorkeling, and a look at Crystal Rock. Then you’ll eat a generous barbecue on Ile aux Benitiers, with drinks included during lunch and Le Morne Mountain in view. Hotel pickup is optional.

“There were too many boats near dolphins, so it was hard to catch them. The lunch on the island was good, so nice trip overall if you ignore too many people near dolphins. But we had a pick up and they failed to pick us on time (hour delay), so the driver had to rush us to the meeting spot. The driver was pretty scary thanks to this.”

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Mauritius: Ocean Swim with Dolphins - Meeting at Martello Tower Museum
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Mauritius: Ocean Swim with Dolphins

12.Ocean Swim with Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 125 reviews · 6 hours · from $93

Meet at 7:30 AM near Martello Tower Museum for a speedboat trip to Black River, where you can watch dolphins and enter the water when conditions allow. Snorkel at the Aquarium, photograph Crystal Rock with Le Morne behind you, then enjoy a BBQ, drinks, and free time on Île aux Bénitiers. English and French guides lead the outing.

“What an amazing once-in-a-lifetime experience! The day started off with a tasty light breakfast (fresh bread, tea, coffee & juice) before setting off on a speedboat ride to see a pod of playful spinner dolphins. We were able to jump in and swim with the dolphins at 3 different spots, with snorkel gear provided. We then stopped off at a snorkelling spot for 15 mins, where we could swim along the coral reef and see all kinds of colourful tropical fish. We had a quick spin around the tiny island Crystal Rock on the way to Île aux Benitiers, where we spent a good 2-3 hours exploring the wonderful market…”

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Mauritius Le Morne: Eco-Friendly Dolphin Watching Tour - Watching wild dolphins from a small private boat
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Mauritius Le Morne: Eco-Friendly Dolphin Watching Tour

13.Mauritius Le Morne: Eco-Friendly Dolphin Watching Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 123 reviews · 2 hours

Meet Ben and his skipper at Emba Filao restaurant for a private two-hour morning trip from Le Morne. You’ll learn about dolphins, watch them in the open sea, snorkel in the lagoon, and possibly spot turtles. Fins and masks are provided, fishing may be added if time allows, and the small boat helps the crew keep the outing calm and respectful.

“Amazing experience! Ben & Stefano were fantastic guides. The trip was one of the highlights of our stay. It is definitely worth going early in the morning and on a small, private, more ecological tour like this. It was calm, peaceful and the perfect length. We swam with dolphins, snorkelled and enjoyed the beautiful scenery. A perfect trip. Thank you Ben and Stefano!”

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La Preneuse: Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Speedboat Tour - Finding dolphins in open water
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La Preneuse: Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Speedboat Tour

14.La Preneuse: Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 92 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

Meet your skipper at La Tour Martello on La Preneuse beach for a two-hour speedboat trip along Mauritius’ west coast. Look for wild dolphins, swim if conditions allow, then snorkel in a lagoon with supplied masks and fins. Guides including Feliciano, Andy, and Miguel are praised for their friendly help and care around the animals.

“We had some fun, and also got lucky. Besides swimming with the dolphins, we saw a mother and a cab of sperm whales. The guys on the boat where serious and funny enough!”

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2-Hours Dolphin Excursion in Mauritius - A speedboat ride with a clear purpose
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2-Hours Dolphin Excursion in Mauritius

15.2-Hours Dolphin Excursion in Mauritius

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 76 reviews · from $63

Meet guides at JPH Charters in La Balise Marina at 7:00 am for a two-hour wild dolphin outing in Black River or Tamarin Bay. A speedboat carries groups of up to eight, while guides provide snorkeling gear and in-water help. Carl and Allen are among the named staff praised for their care and professionalism. Hotel transfers are not included.

“Really amazing experience! The staff running it were lovely and we got so close to the dolphins! Lovely vibes on the boat too and all round great morning :)”

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