Private Catamaran to Ile aux Cerfs & Lobster BBQ: Mauritius

Snorkel the turquoise shallows, then eat what the crew grills for you

A private full-day catamaran tour in Mauritius sails to Ile aux Cerfs and nearby islands, where you snorkel in shallow coral patches and swim in clear water before a grilled lobster and fish lunch served on board. The crew handles all equipment and safety; you choose your group size at checkout, from one person to twelve.

Step-by-step itinerary

Catamaran tour with BBQ lunch

• Visit Ile aux Cerf and coffee break
• Sail to small island for BBQ lunch
• Snorkel among coral and fish
• Swim with lifejacket or lifebuoy
• Enjoy fresh fish and chicken BBQ
• Pass by south east islands
• Visit waterfalls and see monkeys and birds

The Experience

The catamaran leaves with your group—anywhere from one to twelve people—and heads toward Ile aux Cerfs, where an afternoon coffee break waits on the island itself. From there the boat sails further down the coast to a small anchorage where the snorkeling happens. The water is shallow enough to see staghorn coral, minuscule fish, trumpet fish with their elongated snouts, and coachmen with white dorsal fins. The crew fits you with a lifejacket or lifebuoy if you want one, and they stay watchful the whole time you're in the water.

Back on board, the barbecue grill gets going. Lunch is grilled lobster, fresh fish, and chicken, served with sautéed eggplants, garlic bread, pasta salad, green salad, and local seasonal fruit for dessert. The boat also carries South African wine, sparkling wine, and non-alcoholic drinks throughout the day. All snorkeling equipment is provided. The crew has 37 years of catamaran experience in these waters and international safety training; they speak English and French.

The tour runs about seven hours total. It's suitable for all fitness levels, and the boat is wheelchair accessible. You'll pass the southeast islands on the way and can see the monkeys and birds that live there, though the focus stays on the sailing, the snorkeling, and the meal.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment for all participants.
• grilled lobster, fresh fish, and chicken with sautéed eggplants, garlic bread, pasta salad, green salad, and local seasonal fruit.
• South African wine, sparkling wine, and non-alcoholic drinks throughout the day.
• crew guidance in English or French.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transport

Operated by Oceane Cruises Mauritius

Is this one for you?Book a group of one to six if you want the boat to yourself without the cost of a larger charter; groups of seven to twelve work when you're traveling with friends or family and want to share the catamaran and the meal.

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Top questions

What's the snorkeling like on this catamaran tour to Ile aux Cerfs?

You snorkel in shallow water near small islands where staghorn coral grows, populated by small tropical fish, trumpet fish, and coachmen with distinctive white dorsal fins. The crew provides all equipment and stays with you in the water for safety.

Can I book this catamaran tour for just myself, or does it require a larger group?

You can book for one person, or for any group size up to twelve—you choose your group size when you purchase, and the boat is private to your party either way.

What food and drinks are included in the full-day catamaran lunch?

Lunch includes grilled lobster, fresh fish, and chicken, plus sautéed eggplants, garlic bread, pasta salad, green salad, and local seasonal fruit for dessert. South African wine, sparkling wine, and non-alcoholic drinks are available throughout the day.

How long does the full-day catamaran tour to Ile aux Cerfs take?

The tour runs about seven hours, starting with a sail to Ile aux Cerfs for a coffee break on the island, then moving to the snorkeling site and returning with lunch on board.

Is the catamaran accessible for wheelchair users?

Yes, the boat is wheelchair accessible, and the tour is suitable for all fitness levels.