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Mauritius: Ile Aux Cerfs Catamaran Trip w/ Lunch & Transfer

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

Your adventurous Catamaran trip to Ile Aux Cerf begins with a hotel pick-up at your accommodation anywhere in Mauritius. You will meet and be greeted by our certified guide and after boarding to your comfortable vehicle, then set off to Trou D'eau Douce. Arriving at there at 09.15 A.M, you will board to your Catamaran to enjoy this memorable catamaran cruise from Trou D'eau Douce to Ile Aux Cerfs. The catamaran cruise starts at 09:30 a.m., departing from Trou D’eau Douce on the East coast of Mauritius. The crew members will ensure that you have an enjoyable time, and they will be happy to tell you about local tales, jokes, and to play local Mauritian music which will lift the spirits of all on board. You will start your trip with a visit to the waterfall at Grand River South East before setting sail for the island of Ile Aux Cerfs. Then, when reaching the Grand River, you will go by speed boat to visit the waterfalls which are found about 500m upstream. If you’re lucky, you’ll be able to see the curious monkeys jumping through the big old trees on the river banks. Watch the Mauritian fruit bats resting perched on the highest trees as you approach the waterfall. Following the visit to the waterfall, you will head back to the catamaran. The catamaran will then sail inside the crystal-clear water of the lagoon until stopping for a snorkeling & swimming break, where breathtaking coral reefs & tropical fish are on prominent display. After snorkeling you will enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch set on the beach or on the catamaran. We served a 3-Course menu onboard. You’ll also be treated to a selection of local drinks, including soft drinks, Juice, water, beer, wine & local rum. Then, you will be heading to Ile aux Cerfs Island which is a beautiful island near the east coast of Mauritius. This amazing island is the perfect setting for a relaxing day of sun worship. As you approach the island by the catamaran, you will see the swaying palm trees and the pure white beaches framed by the vivid turquoise waters. At Ile aux Cerf, there are a variety of invigorating activities are awaiting you such as parasailing, tube riding, and undersea walk (Optional). After doing your activities, you can take a stroll and absorb the pristine natural environment, sit back and relax on the white sandy beaches. At Ile aux Cerfs Island you are sure to have some relaxation and fun on one of the picture-postcard beaches or enjoy a swim in the azure sea. With its luminous flora and fauna, uninhibited wind and sun, and myriad facilities to cater to your whims, Ile Aux Cerfs is the perfect getaway for anyone seeking an uncommonly comfortable escape. After the visit to Ile aux Cerfs, you will enjoy the beautiful sail back to Trou D’Eau Douce. You are expected to arrive back to Trou D’Eau Douce at 16:00 P.M. Then, our driver will drop you back to your hotel.

Île aux Bénitiers: Snorkeling w/Dolphins Boat Tour & Lunch

2. Île aux Bénitiers: Snorkeling w/Dolphins Boat Tour & Lunch

Begin your 7 to 8 hours tour: Dolphin swimming, Crystal rock, Benitier islet & lunch with a complimentary hotel pick-up at your accommodation anywhere in Mauritius. You will meet and be greeted by our certified guide and after boarding to your comfortable vehicle, we will set off at La preneuse/ flic en flac, a village nestled in the west of Mauritius. Arriving there, you will board to your speed boat & start cruising to the open sea to see & swim with the dolphin. While cruising, our skipper and guide will explain to you how to approach these beautiful mammals and swimming rules to respect these lovely dolphins and their natural environment. Arriving at the spot, you will have the opportunity to swim with dolphins which is an incredibly moving experience that will bring you into contact with strikingly beautiful scenery, unspoiled landscapes, and wonderful animals. You’ll plunge into the remarkable world of these powerful marine mammals and come face to face with the dolphins. After swimming with the dolphin, you'll be heading to the famous and natural Crystal rock. Over there, you will have the opportunity to snorkel in the pure crystal lagoon and take great pictures. The crystal rock is a beautiful natural phenomenon occurring in the southwest of the island in the lagoons of Le Morne. This subliminal rock formation sits just a couple of hundred meters away from the shore and offers a splendid view to anyone who lays their eyes on it. After swimming, you'll be heading to Benitier islet to savor a 3-course lunch, The wonderful cooks will start preparing the lunch as soon as you will be on the island, and within an hour you will be eating a delicious menu of Grilled Seafood and Fish, Chicken, Sausages, Garlic Bread, Salads, Dessert: Banana Flambe. You will have a wide selection of unlimited local Drinks which will be available on the island during lunchtime. After lunch, you can enjoy some relaxation time - have the leisure to tan on the beach, walk around the endless beach of the island or explore the amazing lagoons and coral reefs around the island. A unique experience of swimming activity with dolphins in their natural surroundings! We certainly focus on Corporate Social Responsibility and we make sure that no animal is harmed during snorkeling sessions. Swimming with dolphins offers a rewarding, educational, therapeutic, and amazing experience for everyone!

Ile aux Benitiers: Full-Day Catamaran cruise with BBQ lunch

3. Ile aux Benitiers: Full-Day Catamaran cruise with BBQ lunch

Step aboard the catamaran and look up at the Black River mountain range and the mythical Morne Mountain, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the calm blue waters of the West, complete relaxation awaits.  Depart from L'Estuaire, La Balise Marina at 9:00 AM and head to Tamarin Bay. Here, you can try to spot the dolphins. Then, take a leisurely sail in direction of Crystal Rock and stop on the way for some snorkeling and swimming next to the coral reef. Once you arrive at Crystal Rock, you may have another swim while the crew is preparing a delicious BBQ. After lunch, you will be able to spend 40 minutes discovering Ilot Benitier. There is a tender boat at your disposal to take you to the island. Sail back to the Black River and arrive at approximately 3:30 PM. 

Black River: Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat

4. Black River: Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat

Climb aboard a speedboat with a capacity for no more than 8 people plus 2 skippers and set off an amazing speedboat trip along the Black River coast of Mauritius. Benefit from a detailed briefing to learn how to respect the environment and hear the rules of approaching the dolphins to cause them minimum disturbance. Get the chance to enter the warm waters of the Indian Ocean to get up close to the magnificent marine mammals in their natural habitat. Encounter native spinner dolphins and bottlenose dolphins playing in the ocean, and end with a snorkeling session at the amazing coral reefs. Then, look for whales and get a 60% chance of seeing them. Encounter majestic humpback whales between June and October and resident sperm whales all year round.

Tamarin: Swim & Snorkel w/ Dolphins, Lunch Benitiers island

5. Tamarin: Swim & Snorkel w/ Dolphins, Lunch Benitiers island

Embark on a full-day tour from Tamarin Bay and travel by speedboat as you go in search of dolphins in their natural habitat. Stop for lunch, go snorkeling, and enjoy a full-day Head to the meeting point and check in for your full-day outdoor adventure. Then, hop aboard a speedboat and set out to sea. Enjoy wonderful views of the azure ocean waters as you make your way to Île aux Benitiers, where you'll stop to enjoy a BBQ picnic lunch. As you travel, keep an eye out for the dolphins native to these waters and take advantage of the snorkeling equipment on board to discover the underwater world.

Mauritius: Snorkel and Swim with Dolphins on Speedboat Tour

6. Mauritius: Snorkel and Swim with Dolphins on Speedboat Tour

We meet you on Tamarin Beach, our meeting point. we give you a briefing. You then embark on the speedboat takes you a certain distance at sea. Watch the dolphins play. Swim with them Snorkelling equipment and life vest available Light drinks served. After some about 2 hours spent, we take you back ashore.

Dolphins & Whales, Private Tour Snorkeling & Lunch on island

7. Dolphins & Whales, Private Tour Snorkeling & Lunch on island

Get on your private speedboat. Its today your personalised and exclusive trip with your loved one(s). See the dolphins, lovely creatures in their natural habitat and similarly watch the extraordinary fabulous and incredible giant whales. Visit the crystal rock and also swim and snorkel in the natural aquarium at sea. Drinks included free. A special and wonderful day at sea

Mauritius: Ocean Swim with Dolphins & Benetiers Island Tour

8. Mauritius: Ocean Swim with Dolphins & Benetiers Island Tour

Start your adventure at 7:30 AM with a light breakfast before embarking on the speedboat and heading out to sea to observe the Spinner and Bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat. Once the dolphins are spotted you can observe these aquatic specialists from the boat or even jump in for a closer look before setting course for some snorkeling around the “Aquarium” a coral barrier known to be one of the best snorkeling spots in Mauritius. After some enjoyable snorkeling we head in the direction of Ile aux Benitiers island, along the way we include a stop at Crystal rock, a famous geological quirk. This is a great place to take some photographs with the gorgeous view of Le morne mountain as its backdrop. Finally, we make our way to Benetiers Island for our long-awaited BBQ lunch, and a little relaxation time before heading back to the mainland.

Black River Swim with Dolphins Speedboat Tour

9. Black River Swim with Dolphins Speedboat Tour

Explore the west coast of Mauritius and the Black River area on a guided speedboat trip from Grande Riviere Noire. Admire views from the water and search for dolphins in their natural environment. Discover the underwater world while swimming and snorkeling. Climb aboard a speedboat and start your tour along the unforgettable west coast of Mauritius. Get a detailed briefing from your skipper before you take off to see wild dolphins and other marine life in their natural habitat. Enter the water in groups of 2 at a time to get close with these special marine mammals. Encounter native spinner dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, and more in the coastal waters off of the Black River region. Round off your trip with a snorkeling session by the colorful coral reef to see the amazing ecosystem up close and personal.

Trou d'Eau Douce: Ile aux Cerfs, Waterfalls, Speedboat Lunch

10. Trou d'Eau Douce: Ile aux Cerfs, Waterfalls, Speedboat Lunch

The trip in Speedboat from Trou d'eau Douce, "Four A Chaux" to the waterfall , Grand River South East which is the longest river of Mauritius which ends its course into a waterfall. Magnificent views at sea as well as very green mountains on either side of the river leading to the waterfall. Then we drop you on the beach of the island; enjoy snorkelling at your own pace and relax on the beach at Ile aux Cerfs. Later the speedboat comes again to transfer you to the island nearby called Ilot Mangenie where bbq lunch is served. If time remains the boat will drop you again on Ile aux Cerfs or if you prefer relax after lunch, then the speedboat will drive you back to Trou d'eau Douce. Plenty of sensation. Plenty of aquamarine vibes. Appreciate the different colours of the sea water, enjoy the views, the lunch and the trip.

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4.7 / 5

based on 101 reviews

Our family had an amazing experience swimming with the dolphins. The captain on the boat was excellent, he took us to multiple locations to give us the best possible chance to get amongst the dolphins. His final spot was excellent, pod of dolphins numbering about 25 /30, he put the boat in the desired position and told us when to go for it. We got really close to the dolphins with everyone experiencing being surrounded by the dolphins. The captains local knowledge was superb and I thought the price was excellent for a party of 8 people. To actually get right in amongst the dolphins was an amazing experience for us all, and one we will never forget.

Great experience however, swimming with dolphins requires one to be a strong and fast swimmer. Our guide, Fabrice, was very patient and good with kids. My 4yr old got to snorkel and spend some time swimming in the ocean. The bbq lunch on the island had its highs and lows. Food tasted amazing but there was a long wait to get it. We also felt that the time on the island could have been cut by an hour or so.

This was very good, well planned, well trained and friendly staff. Saw and swam with loads of dolphins. What a great experience.

Was nice. Sighted schools of s, snorkeled a bit and enjoyed the Benetiers Island time.

Well organised professional staff. Good food, nice boat. Amazing trip.