Snorkeling in Mauritius: 5-island catamaran cruise with lunch

Snorkel the blue hole, then drift between five islands on a single afternoon

A full-day catamaran cruise on Mauritius's southeast coast visits Ile Au Phare, Great River South East, Ile aux Cerf and Ile aux Aigrettes, with snorkeling in the blue hole among coral and marine life. Pickup from Pointe Jerome Wharf at 9:30, return by 4pm. Barbecue lunch and drinks included. The boat carries all five stops and the water time in one route, so the day holds together without building it yourself.

The experience

The boat leaves Pointe Jerome Wharf at 9:30 and heads first to Ile Au Phare, where you walk the island and then enter the water to snorkel in the blue hole. A site in the middle of the corals that holds a variety of marine life. After that, the catamaran cruises to Great River South East to see the waterfall and the river scenery from the water. The route then moves to Ile aux Cerf, where you have time to swim, lay on the sand and explore at your own pace.

Lunch is a barbecue served on board the boat, with drinks included throughout the day. On the return journey, there's a final stop at Ile aux Aigrettes for one last swim in the clear water before the 4pm drop-off back at Pointe Jerome. The whole day runs seven hours, and the guide speaks English and French.

What’s included

• Pickup and drop-off at Pointe Jerome Wharf.
• catamaran transport to five islands.
• snorkeling in the blue hole.
• barbecue lunch on board.
• coffee, tea and drinks throughout the day.
• English and French-speaking guide.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (12 to 90 years) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish and French

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.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Philao Cruise

Is this one for you?You're on a shared catamaran with other travelers, so the pace and stops are set: what that gives you is a full route through five islands and two water sessions without planning the sequence or managing the boat yourself. Book this if you want the snorkeling and the island stops in one afternoon without coordinating transport between them.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What is the blue hole snorkeling site like?

The blue hole is located in the middle of the corals on Mauritius's southeast coast and hosts a variety of marine life. It's the main snorkeling stop on the cruise.

How much time do I get to spend at Ile aux Cerf?

You have leisure time at Ile aux Cerf to swim, relax on the sand and explore the island at your own pace before the boat heads back toward Pointe Jerome.

What's included in the lunch?

Lunch is a barbecue served on board the boat, with coffee, tea and drinks included throughout the day.

What time does the cruise depart and return?

The catamaran departs Pointe Jerome Wharf at 9:30am and returns by 4pm the same day.

Do I need snorkeling experience to join?

The cruise is suitable for all physical fitness levels. No prior snorkeling experience is required.