Mauritius: 5 Islands Speedboat Tour & Snorkeling with Lunch

Five Islands in One Morning: Speedboat Tour Through Mauritius' Lagoons

You board a speedboat in the morning and visit five islands across Mauritius' southeast lagoon: Île aux Cerfs for swimming, GRSE waterfall, Île aux Phares and Île de la Passe for the contrast between calm lagoon and open ocean, and Île aux Aigrettes for snorkeling. Lunch with local BBQ, drinks, and snorkeling equipment are included. Hotel pickup and drop-off mean you don't arrange transport.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore 5 islands by speedboat

• Embark on 5 island speedboat trip
• Visit Ile aux Cerfs tropical paradise
• See Grand River South East waterfall
• Explore Ile aux Phares and Ile de la Passe
• Swim at Ile aux Aigrettes
• Return to Ile aux Cerfs for lunch

The experience

Our guide Hassan was loading coolers onto the speedboat when I asked him which island people skip: the one tourists miss. He laughed and said nobody skips anything on this trip, they just run out of time. That's the thing about a five-island day: you're moving. The boat leaves early, picks up from your hotel, and heads straight for the southeast coast where the real lagoon sits. Île aux Cerfs comes first: white sand, clear water, the kind of beach that looks photoshopped until you're standing on it. You get time to swim, walk around, take pictures. It's not rushed, but it's not a full afternoon either.

Then the boat cuts across to Grand River South East, where the waterfall drops near the mouth of Mauritius' longest river. The water's darker here, the landscape changes: less resort-postcard, more actual island. After that you're at Île aux Phares and Île de la Passe, where Hassan pointed out how the two sides of the island do completely different things. One side is the calm lagoon, turquoise and flat. Turn the corner and the Indian Ocean is hammering the rocks. You can see it happen in real time. The snorkeling gear comes out at Île aux Aigrettes: the reef isn't massive, but the fish are there, and the water's warm enough that you don't think about time.

Lunch happens back at Île aux Cerfs, and this is where the "all-inclusive" part actually matters. Local BBQ, cold drinks included, snacks throughout the day. No separate bill, no "would you like to add," no surprises at the end. The boat ride back takes about an hour depending on conditions, and you're done by early afternoon. The whole thing runs around five to six hours from pickup to drop-off. Small groups mean you're not packed in with fifty people, and the crew knows the route. They're not figuring it out as they go.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off, speedboat transport to all five islands, entry to each location, snorkeling equipment, lunch with local BBQ, and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages throughout the day, plus snacks between stops.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

AgesAdult (11 to 70 years) · Child (4 to 10 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 14

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian, Arabic, Bangla, Chinese, Czech and Russian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Tino Boats

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see multiple islands and the southeast lagoon without arranging your own boat, timing stops, or figuring out meals: the fixed itinerary and all-inclusive setup mean you show up and the day is already planned.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian, Czech, Arabic, Russian, Chinese and Bangla.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 10 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the five-island tour?

Around five to six hours total, including hotel pickup and drop-off.

What's included in the all-inclusive price?

Lunch, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, snacks, snorkeling equipment, and boat transport.

Do I need snorkeling experience?

No. Equipment is provided and the reef at Île aux Aigrettes is suitable for beginners.

What time does the tour start?

Early morning. Hotel pickup is arranged before departure to the southeast coast.

What if the weather is rough?

The tour operates in small speedboats on the lagoon. Rough ocean conditions may affect comfort but the lagoon is generally calmer than the open coast.

Can I bring my own snorkeling gear?

Equipment is provided, but you can bring your own if you prefer.

Is there a maximum group size?

Small groups keep numbers manageable, though the exact size varies by departure date.