Ile aux Cerfs Tours: 15 That Justify the Spend

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

2.Trou d’Eau Douce: 5 Island Adventure with BBQ & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,052 reviews · 6 hours · from $100

Spend six hours aboard a small speedboat with up to 14 people, visiting Ile aux Cerfs, Grand River South East, Ile aux Fouquets, Ile de la Passe, and Ile aux Aigrettes. You will snorkel, swim, watch for dolphins and turtles, and eat a beachside BBQ. Guides such as Oliver, Rajiv, and Wendel are known for lively commentary and helpful photos.

“What a fantastic day we had ! Highly recommend! The guide was great ,the boat was really nice and the islands fabulous . We got to see dolphins and even a sea turtle .”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.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

4.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

5.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

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

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

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

7.South-West of Mauritius Private Full-Day Scenic Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 421 reviews · from $115

Explore southwest Mauritius in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a certified guide-driver. You’ll visit Trou aux Cerfs, Grand Bassin, Alexandra Falls, Black River Gorges, colored earth, Chamouny Waterfall, and Gris Gris Beach. A three-course Mauritian lunch, drinks, hotel pickup, and park entries are included.

“It was an amazing experience we had with Kevin. He is very informative, down to earth and knows a lot about his island. Nice car with good aircon. Big recommendation!”

Check availability →Read our full review

8.Tropical South West of Mauritius: Full-day All Inclusive tour (Visit to 3 parks)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 279 reviews · from $149

This 7 to 8-hour private tour takes you from your hotel across southwest Mauritius with a guide-driver, stopping at Grand Bassin, Alexandra Falls, Black River Gorges, colored earth, tea and rum estates, and Gris Gris Beach. Guides such as Kevin, Anil, Anup, and Jeev have earned strong praise, but guide quality can vary.

“there was no active guide on this tour. just thr driver moving us between destinations..don't bother doing 23 coloures earth park..absolutely different from pictures advertised..they will tell you it takes 3hes to complete the park and try to conRead more”

Check availability →Read our full review

9.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

10.Mauritius full day : Private north tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 193 reviews

Spend 7 to 8 hours exploring northern Mauritius in a private vehicle for up to four people. Your driver-guide can take you to Pamplemousses Botanical Garden, Le Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis Citadel, and Grand Baie, with room to adjust the day. Guides such as Raj, Ravi, Mike, and Nitesh are praised for friendly service and local insight.

“The guide -driver, Robin was excellent and very accommodating. He even took us to a supermarket to buy a special tea. Excellent excursion to see the sites of the north.”

Check availability →Read our full review

11.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

12.5 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

13.Full Day Tour 5 Island to Ile Aux Cerfs Incl. Lunch and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 155 reviews · from $151

Set out from Blue Bay by speedboat for a lively day around Mauritius’s southeast coast. Snorkel in Blue Bay Marine Park, visit the Dalbair shipwreck, lighthouse island, Ile de la Passe, GRSE waterfall, and Ile aux Cerfs. A beach barbecue, open bar, hotel transfers, and guides such as Chris, Nelson, and Kevin are included.

“A perfect day! Kevin (aka Jack sparrow) was great. Boat broke but all bonded till new boat arrived. Blessing in disguise. All had a wonderful day! Picture perfect”

Check availability →Read our full review

14.From Blue Bay: Ile aux Cerfs Speedboat Excursion with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 118 reviews · 7 hours · from $106

Spend seven hours on a speedboat from Blue Bay, snorkeling in the Blue Bay Marine Park, walking around Ile aux Fouquets Lighthouse, visiting Grand River South East waterfall, and relaxing on Ile aux Cerfs with a fish and chicken BBQ. English and French guides lead the trip, with snorkeling gear, life jackets, and drinks included.

“Deux skippers qui prennent soins de la clientèle, avec un bateau confortable et non surchargé. Malgré le temps capricieux, ils ont réussi à nous faire passer une super journée. Le repas du midi est également délicieux.”

Check availability →Read our full review

15.Mauritius: Catamaran Cruise to Ile aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 106 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $111

Spend 7 to 8 hours aboard a catamaran from Pointe Jerome, sailing the wild east coast toward Ile aux Cerfs. You can swim and snorkel, visit Grande Riviere Sud Est waterfall, and enjoy a crew-served BBQ with fish, chicken, sausages, salads, fruit, coffee, beer, soft drinks, water, and rum cocktails. Hotel pickup is optional.

“Perfect ending of our 14 day honeymoon holidays. The crew was fantastic, we loved all of it😀😀 jungle juice is recommended and also the Mauritian coffe☕️🥤🍹”

Check availability →Read our full review