11 East Mauritius Tours Worth Booking

1.5 East Coast Islands Tour with Snorkeling & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 267 reviews · 7 hours · from $85Our pick

Spend seven hours on a speedboat visiting Ile aux Cerfs, GRSE waterfall, Ile aux Fouquets, Ile de la Passe, Ile aux Aigrettes, and Ile aux Margenie. Guides such as Thomas, Ronny, and Derek provide commentary, snorkeling, swimming, drinks, and a halal BBQ lunch. Transport is optional.

“We adored our guide Ronny, and you could tell he loves being on the water! The snorkelling was incredible and beat out Thailand snorkelling second to none! We got to see dolphins and our beach bbq lunch was perfect. We had a small group of 7 people and it was perfect for us. I can’t recommend enough!”

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2.East Belle Mare Scuba Diving Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 136 reviews · from $158

Start with a safety briefing, learn basic scuba skills in shallow water, then head into the clear waters off Belle Mare with a PADI instructor. Jeremy, Bruno, and Curtis are among the named guides. Equipment, hotel pickup within 10 km, a certificate, and an optional West Coast session are included, though transfer charges should be confirmed.

“I had an incredible time during my 20-minute scuba diving session! My guide, Jeremy, was fantastic—fun, approachable, and gave clear and detailed instructions that made the entire experience smooth and enjoyable. The underwater world was mesmerizing. We saw vibrant live corals, a variety of colorful fishes, and the highlight of the dive—a curious octopus! It was truly an unforgettable experience, and I’d highly recommend it to anyone visiting. Thanks, Jeremy, for making it so memorable!”

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3.East Coast Mauritius Private Scenic Seaplane Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 88 reviews · 15 - 30 minutes · from $259

Take off from Palmar Beach on a private 15, 20, or 30-minute seaplane flight over Mauritius’ east coast. You’ll see Belle Mare, Île aux Cerfs, the turquoise lagoon, Lion Mountain, Grande Rivière Sud-Est waterfall, and the famous underwater waterfall illusion. English and French guidance is provided by the pilot.

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4.5 Islands of the East Speedboat Tour with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 41 reviews · 7 hours · from $88

Spend seven hours on Mauritius’s east coast with a bilingual guide such as Kenny or John. Cruise mangroves, see GRSE Waterfall, pass historic islands, snorkel with tropical fish, enjoy drinks and a chicken-and-fish BBQ, then relax at Île aux Cerfs. The boat can be intimate, but island stops depend on tides and protected-area rules.

“excellente activité... Tout etait bien juste un peu plus de temps ...je recommande.. excellente journée et belles rencontres”

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5.Seaplane Tours over the turquoise lagoon of the East of Mauritius

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 15 reviews · from $219

Take off from the water near Palmar or Belle Mare for a private 15 to 40 minute seaplane flight over Mauritius’s east coast. You’ll see the turquoise lagoon, Amber Island, Île aux Cerfs, nearby islets, and Grand River South East Waterfalls. Weather can shift the schedule, so keep plans flexible and confirm the meeting point.

“Incredible views from the plane. My flight has been rescheduled a few times due to poor weather. It is common on this island because it’s windy and rains unexpectedly. The pilot is experienced. The booking process is simple and streamless despite the customer service’s English just allows her to get by. It is best you use text to communicate with them via WhatsApp.”

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6.The Wild East of Mauritius: Full-day tour including 2-hour Quad-Biking & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 11 reviews · from $155

Spend 7 to 8 hours exploring southeast Mauritius with a private guide and driver. Ride a quad toward Pont Naturel, visit Mahebourg’s waterfront and museums, browse the local market, eat a halal three-course lunch, and swim at Blue Bay. Confirm quad arrangements and Sunday opening hours before booking.

“We were so excited to do this day...and we were bitterly disappointed. The quads were a double not singles and when you dispute it, they try to charge you extra for a 2nd one. The lunch is 2 courses NOT 3 as advertised. We had limited time Read more”

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7.FULL-DAY CATASPEED – East Lagoon cruise including transfer.

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 8 reviews · from $170

Spend seven hours on a private speedboat along Mauritius’s East Coast, visiting five islands, snorkeling with supplied gear, stopping at Grand River South East Waterfall, and eating a BBQ lunch with drinks. Your skipper controls the pace, so you can linger on beaches, swim, or ride the waves. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“Cerf Island is so dirty with trash everywhere that it ruins the experience, this is where the stop is the longest and there is not even a possibility of snorkeling. It's just a tourist trap.”

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8.The East of Mauritius: Full-day incl visit to Ile aux Aigrettes & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $146

Spend about 7.5 hours with a private guide and driver exploring Mauritius’s southeast. Take a boat to Ile aux Aigrettes, look for pink pigeons, visit Mahebourg museums and markets, see Pointe Canon and Blue Bay, and enjoy a three-course halal lunch. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“Lack of communication by organisers- taken to a boat and send around the bay on this boat and driver left us, lack of information and not knowing who to contact. Workers on beach helped locate driver / guide and he returned and did seeRead more”

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9.East of Mauritius: Full Day Scenic Tour with Lunch & Glass Bottom

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $145Top rated

Start from Grand Baie at 8:30 am for a private day with guide Jameel or another Beguided Tours driver. Visit Mahebourg, Blue Bay, historic Vieux Grand Port, Ganga Talao, Floreal, local villages, and more. Lunch, soft drinks, museum entries, and the glass-bottom boat ride are included.

“Jameel was incredible. Very knowledgeable, patient & welcoming. We had a wonderful day . Would definitely recommend this trip to everyone. Thanks Jameel.”

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10.The Gorgeous East: Bois Cheri Tea factory, Rhumerie St-Aubin, Mahebourg & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · from $149

You’ll tour Bois Cheri Tea Factory, taste tea overlooking the plantation, visit Rhumerie St-Aubin for rum tasting, enjoy a three-course halal lunch, and explore Mahebourg’s museum, market, waterfront, Pointe Canon, and Frederick Hendrick Museum. Private transport and hotel pickup are included. Guide Vic may be available.

“Our driver was a very polite and helpful local....he couldnt do enough for us on the day. We attended every attraction that was mentioned when booked and had a wonderful time. Each attraction met our expectations - we could have spent anRead more”

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11.Discover the East of Mauritius: Full-day All-inclusive tour (Visit to 3 parks)

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · from $156

Spend 7 to 8 hours exploring eastern Mauritius with a private guide and hotel pickup. Visit Bois Cheri Tea Factory, St Aubin Rum Distillery, Blue Bay Marine Park, Mahebourg museums, the market, and Pointe Canon. Tea, rum, snorkeling gear, glass-bottom boat, lunch, and transport are included.

“We had Mangesh as our guide and he was brilliant, very informative and a complete gentleman. Would highly recommend!!!”

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