Africa · BOAT TRIPS IN MAURITIUS

15 Boat Trips in Mauritius That Repay the Early Start

22 tours  ·  from $28

The good boat trips in Mauritius fill up first and the cheap ones fill up fastest. Below: all 15, what each includes, and where they differ.

Mauritius: Ile Aux Cerfs Catamaran Trip w/ Lunch & Transfer - The early hotel transfer to Trou d’Eau Douce
Boat Trips & Cruises, Boat Trips in Ile aux Cerfs, Boat Trips in Mauritius, Ile aux Cerfs Tours, Island Trips, Island Trips in Ile aux Cerfs, Island Trips in Mauritius, Mauritius Tours, Tour Reviews

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

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

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

Set out from Trou d’Eau Douce on a 42-foot catamaran with a friendly multilingual crew. Visit Grand River South East waterfall by speedboat, snorkel in the lagoon, enjoy a three-course barbecue lunch with drinks, then relax on Ile aux Cerfs. Hotel pickup, lunch, and return transport are included.

“The crew is amazing. Service on the boat excellent. The island beautiful and definitely a must see. We saw some dolphins on the way back 😊”

Check availability →Read our full review

Mauritius: Full-Day Catamaran Cruise to the Northern Isles - The crossing to Flat Island can be lively
Boat Trips & Cruises, Boat Trips in Mauritius, Full-Day, Mauritius Tours, Port Louis & the North Tours, Tour Reviews

Mauritius: Full-Day Catamaran Cruise to the Northern Isles

2.Mauritius: Full-Day Catamaran Cruise to the Northern Isles

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

Set sail from Grand Baie on the orange and white Wind Dancer catamaran for an eight-hour trip to Mauritius’ Northern Isles. You’ll visit Flat Island and Gabriel Island, snorkel near Coin de Mire, and enjoy breakfast, a BBQ lunch, snacks, and drinks. The crew speaks English and French, and shared or private bookings are available.

“The boat was spotless and tidy. They had great safety measures, so nobody got hurt. The food was amazing, delicious, plentiful, and top-notch. The captain and crew were nice, chatty, friendly, and helpful. The islands were gorgeous, clean, not too busy, and the weather was perfect!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Île aux Bénitiers: Snorkeling w/Dolphins Boat Tour & Lunch - Speedboat access and what to expect on the water
Boat Trips & Cruises, Boat Trips in Mauritius, Dolphin & Whale Watching, Dolphin & Whale Watching in Mauritius, Mauritius Tours, Snorkeling Trips, Snorkeling Trips in Mauritius, Tour Reviews, Tours

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

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

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

You’ll leave from the west coast by speedboat for a morning dolphin encounter, then snorkel near Crystal Rock with Le Morne behind you. Guides such as Yan, Alex, Kevin, and Lulu lead the boat portion, followed by a three-course beach BBQ, local drinks, and free time on Île aux Bénitiers. Hotel pickup and drop-off across Mauritius are included.

“Just a lovely day out. Slightly disconcerting as to how many boats were out around the dolphins and swimmers. Something that perhaps needs to be looked at.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Mauritius: Catamaran Cruise to Ile aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch - Swimming and snorkeling before Ile aux Cerfs
Boat Trips & Cruises, Boat Trips in Ile aux Cerfs, Boat Trips in Mauritius, Ile aux Cerfs Tours, Island Trips, Island Trips in Ile aux Cerfs, Island Trips in Mauritius, Mauritius Tours, Tour Reviews

Mauritius: Catamaran Cruise to Ile Aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch

4.Mauritius: Catamaran Cruise to Ile Aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch

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

Set sail from Trou d’Eau Douce with a friendly English- and French-speaking crew for a six-hour catamaran trip. You’ll visit Grand River South East Waterfall, swim and snorkel, eat a three-course halal BBQ lunch, and relax on Ile aux Cerfs. Hotel pickup is optional, and local drinks include beer, wine, juice, water, and rum.

“Excellent day out on the water, highly recommended. Food was excellent, the crew were fantastic and went out of their way to make sure everyone had a great time. Great value for money.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Grand Baie: Catamaran 3 Islands Cruise & Lunch on the Island - Ilot Gabriel, your first taste of the outer islands
Boat Trips & Cruises, Boat Trips in Mauritius, Island Trips, Island Trips in Mauritius, Mauritius Tours, Port Louis & the North Tours, Tour Reviews

Grand Baie: Catamaran 3 Islands Cruise & Lunch on the Island

5.Grand Baie: Catamaran 3 Islands Cruise & Lunch on the Island

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

Spend seven hours sailing from Grand Baie to Ilot Gabriel, Ile Plate, and Coin de Mire. You will reach the first islands by dinghy, eat a BBQ lunch on Ile Plate, swim and snorkel in shallow water, and enjoy drinks on the return cruise. English and French are spoken.

“Was a great day out on the sea and well managed and organised. Lunch was great and the whole day was a wonderful experience. Remember your water shoes to take with in a bag, because no shoes are allowed on the Catamaran (so as not to damage it) but it is handy when snorkelling and walking around on the beach and in the water. And lots of sunscreen as you in the sun and wind the whole day.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Black River: Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat - Swimming with spinner and bottlenose dolphins
Boat Trips & Cruises, Boat Trips in Mauritius, Chamarel & Le Morne Tours, Dolphin & Whale Watching, Dolphin & Whale Watching in Mauritius, Mauritius Tours, Tour Reviews

Black River: Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat

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

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

From Grande Riviere Noire, you ride a speedboat with up to 14 passengers and two skippers. Swim with spinner and bottlenose dolphins, watch whales from the boat, then snorkel a coral reef. Guides such as Globis, Conrad, Alan, Ronaldo, and Fabio have been praised for calm, careful wildlife handling.

“Die Guide did a very good job. We saw everything we wanted to see! Most imported - he took v3r4 good care of the animals. He was very careful and kept a secure distance to the animals! Thank you for that nice experience!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Full-Day Catamaran Cruise to Île aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch - Snorkeling Before the Island Stop
Boat Trips & Cruises, Boat Trips in Ile aux Cerfs, Boat Trips in Mauritius, Full-Day, Ile aux Cerfs Tours, Mauritius Tours, Tour Reviews

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

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

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

Set sail from Pointe Jerome at 9 a.m. for a seven-hour catamaran day with snorkeling, possible dolphin sightings, a BBQ buffet, and time on Île aux Cerfs. Crew members including Rudi, Rowan, Scott, and Miguel have been praised for friendly service. Drinks, snacks, coffee, tea, and snorkeling equipment are included. Hotel transport is not.

“Wonderful crew and well maintained Catamaran! Absolutely beautiful experience! The island is very crowded but there are a lot of water activities”

Check availability →Read our full review

Mauritius: Catamaran Day Cruise to lle aux Cerfs with Lunch - The GRSE Waterfalls Stop
Boat Trips & Cruises, Boat Trips in Ile aux Cerfs, Boat Trips in Mauritius, Ile aux Cerfs Tours, Mauritius Tours, Tour Reviews

Mauritius: Catamaran Day Cruise to lle aux Cerfs with Lunch

8.Mauritius: Catamaran Day Cruise to lle aux Cerfs with Lunch

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

Meet the crew at Trou d’Eau Douce for a six-hour catamaran cruise to Ile aux Cerfs, GRSE waterfalls, and a snorkeling stop. You’ll get a BBQ lunch, drinks, music, and time on the beach. Aldo has earned special praise for attentive hosting, while the atmosphere suits anyone who enjoys a social boat day more than a quiet sail.

“The guide, Aldo,was so attentive and helpful. He made sure we were always comfortable and having a good time! I highly recommend using this company! It was absolutely amazing! Me and my family had the best time! Once in a lifetime experience. The food was excellent and plentiful!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Mauritius: Full-Day Speedboat Tour to Ile aux Cerfs & BBQ - Snorkeling over coral and tropical fish
Boat Trips & Cruises, Boat Trips in Ile aux Cerfs, Boat Trips in Mauritius, Full-Day, Ile aux Cerfs Tours, Island Trips, Island Trips in Ile aux Cerfs, Island Trips in Mauritius, Mauritius Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Mauritius: Full-Day Speedboat Tour to Ile aux Cerfs & BBQ

9.Mauritius: Full-Day Speedboat Tour to Ile aux Cerfs & BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 429 reviews · 7 hours · from $147

Spend seven hours on Mauritius’ southeast coast with guides such as Hans, Giovanni, and Nathaniel. Ride a fast, comfortable boat to snorkeling sites, a 1902 shipwreck, Lighthouse Island, Grand River waterfall, Île aux Cerfs, and Île aux Aigrettes. A beach BBQ, soft drinks, local beer, and rum are included.

“we had a wonderful extremely enjoyable day! The boat is pure luxury. Thoroughly deserves the 5 star rating! We even witnessed a large dolphin group up close...as a bonus!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Lydia Boat Mauritius :Private boat tour:Whales&Dolphins encounter - Watching dolphins in their natural setting
Boat Trips & Cruises, Boat Trips in Mauritius, Dolphin & Whale Watching, Dolphin & Whale Watching in Mauritius, Mauritius Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

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

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

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

Meet Lydia Boat at Emba Filao beach for a private 7.5-hour speedboat trip from Le Morne. Guides such as Miguel, Navy, Owen, Rino, and Theo lead dolphin watching, supervised swims, snorkeling near Crystal Rock, and seafood tastings. The island barbecue is currently served on the boat because Île aux Bénitiers has been closed since March 20, 2025.

“Our trip to Bénetier Island was a breathtaking experience. We were able to swim with dolphins and snorkel in the lagoon with turtles and many beautiful fishes. The barbecue at Bénetier was excellent and couldn't have been better. Many, many thanks to our great guides Navy and Ivan, who did everything to give us a perfect day :)”

Check availability →Read our full review

Black River: Swim with Dolphin Speed Boat Tour with lunch - Looking for dolphins in their natural home
Boat Trips & Cruises, Boat Trips in Mauritius, Dolphin & Whale Watching, Dolphin & Whale Watching in Mauritius, Mauritius Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Black River: Swim with Dolphin Speed Boat Tour with lunch

11.Black River: Swim with Dolphin Speed Boat Tour with lunch

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

Meet your English or French speaking skipper at Flic en Flac beach for a small-group speedboat trip. You will look for dolphins, swim only when conditions allow, snorkel near Crystal Rock, and enjoy a three-course BBQ with drinks on Île aux Bénitiers. Guides such as Brian and Steven are praised for friendly, careful service.

“We loved the tour! The guides were very friendly and it was so nice to swim with the dolphins. The barbecue on the island was nice and we had time to enjoy the nice beach. We would 100% recommend this tour! 🤗”

Check availability →Read our full review

Blue Bay: Blue Bay Glass Bottom Boat Visit and Snorkeling - Forty-five minutes of snorkeling in Blue Bay Marine Park
Boat Trips & Cruises, Boat Trips in Mauritius, Mauritius Tours, Snorkeling Trips, Snorkeling Trips in Mauritius, Tour Reviews

Blue Bay: Blue Bay Glass Bottom Boat Visit and Snorkeling

12.Blue Bay: Blue Bay Glass Bottom Boat Visit and Snorkeling

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

Spend one hour exploring Blue Bay Marine Park from a glass-bottom boat and in the water. You’ll spend about 15 minutes cruising over coral, followed by 45 minutes of guided snorkeling. English and French guides, including Lucas, Gregory, and Michel, explain the fish and reef. Equipment, safety advice, and small-group options are included.

“A lovely time in the bay snorkeling. There were just three of us so it felt like a private tour. Despite the coral being bleached because of climate change, there were loads of fish to swim with.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Mauritius: Ile aux Cerf Catamaran w/Waterfall Visit & Lunch - Starting at Trou d’Eau Douce at 8:30
Boat Trips & Cruises, Boat Trips in Ile aux Cerfs, Boat Trips in Mauritius, Ile aux Cerfs Tours, Island Trips, Island Trips in Ile aux Cerfs, Island Trips in Mauritius, Mauritius Tours, Tour Reviews, Waterfall Tours, Waterfall Tours in Mauritius

Mauritius: Ile aux Cerf Catamaran w/Waterfall Visit & Lunch

13.Mauritius: Ile aux Cerf Catamaran w/Waterfall Visit & Lunch

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

Join a small group of up to 15 for a full day from Trou d’Eau Douce to Grand River South East and Ile aux Cerfs. You’ll ride a catamaran, take a speedboat to the waterfall, snorkel, swim, eat a BBQ lunch, and enjoy unlimited soft drinks, beer, wine, and local rum. Aldo is one crew member singled out for warm, memorable service.

“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.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Mauritius: Speedboat Tour to Ile aux Cerfs with Lunch - Free time on Ile aux Cerfs
Boat Trips & Cruises, Boat Trips in Ile aux Cerfs, Boat Trips in Mauritius, Ile aux Cerfs Tours, Island Trips, Island Trips in Ile aux Cerfs, Island Trips in Mauritius, Mauritius Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Mauritius: Speedboat Tour to Ile aux Cerfs with Lunch

14.Mauritius: Speedboat Tour to Ile aux Cerfs with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 158 reviews · 5 hours · from $64

Meet your French or English-speaking guide at Chez Tino in Trou d’Eau Douce, then ride a speedboat to Ile aux Cerfs, the Grand River South East waterfall, and a beach BBQ. Lunch, drinks, beer, wine, rum, and soft drinks are included. Allow five hours, with free time on the island.

“Journée bien organisée, personnel sympa, un bon moment sur l’île aux cerfs”

Check availability →Read our full review

5 Islands Speedboat w/Snorkeling Sea Turtle + Lunch & Drinks - Île aux Cerfs begins the island circuit
Boat Trips & Cruises, Boat Trips in Ile aux Cerfs, Boat Trips in Mauritius, Ile aux Cerfs Tours, Island Trips, Island Trips in Ile aux Cerfs, Island Trips in Mauritius, Mauritius Tours, Snorkeling Trips, Snorkeling Trips in Mauritius, Tour Reviews, Turtle & Marine Life

5 Islands Speedboat w/Snorkeling Sea Turtle + Lunch & Drinks

15.5 Islands Speedboat w/Snorkeling Sea Turtle + Lunch & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 156 reviews · 9 hours · from $125

Set out from Trou d’Eau Douce on a small speedboat for a full day around five east-coast islands. You’ll visit Île aux Cerfs, Grand River South East, Île aux Phares, Blue Bay, and Île aux Aigrettes, with snorkeling, a beach BBQ, drinks, and possible dolphin and sea turtle sightings. Groups are limited to eight, with private boats offered for four or more.

“guide pilote bateau tres sympa et explication parfaite du délai au depart rdv 07h55 depart a 08h50... sinon repas tres bon et copieux,decouverte par la mer ou sur terre des îles,snorkeling dans un aquarium géant!!!”

Check availability →Read our full review

New in Boat Trips in Mauritius

★ 4.8Catamaran Mauritius: South East 5 Islands Catamaran CruisesFrom $8290 reviews

Keep browsing

Desert Tours299Wildlife Safaris144Boat Trips & Cruises242Camel Rides226Medina & Souk Tours78Hot Air Balloon Rides63
Scroll to Top

Where the days out are

Pick a desert, a park, a reef or a medina.

Sand and stone

Desert ToursThe SaharaCamel RidesDesert CampsQuad & Buggy

Parks and wildlife

SafarisNational ParksSerengetiMaasai MaraWhale Watching

Boats and reefs

Boat TripsIsland DaysSnorkellingNile CruisesBeach Days

Souks and kitchens

Medinas & SouksHistorical SitesMuseumsFood ToursHammams