Snorkeling in Mauritius: Coin de Mire & Île Plate catamaran

Coin de Mire and Île Plate: a full day on the water, not a half-day boat ride

A full-day catamaran cruise from Mauritius to Coin de Mire and Île Plate islands with snorkeling, swimming and a barbecue lunch on the beach. The boat picks you up from your hotel and returns you there; drinks are included. A live guide speaks English, Italian or French throughout the day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Catamaran cruise to northern islands

• Travel to Grand Bay Public Beach
• Board catamaran for cruise
• Visit Coin de Mire island
• Arrive at Île Plate island
• Swim and snorkel at Île Plate
• Relax on sugar-white sands
• Enjoy barbecue lunch on board
• Drink refreshments included
• Return to hotel by transport

The Experience

The catamaran leaves Grand Bay Public Beach and heads north to Coin de Mire, where you swim and snorkel in clear water before the boat moves on to Île Plate Island. The beach there is the main stop — white sand, shallow enough to wade out, and the crew sets up a barbecue lunch on the shore. You can snorkel again in the afternoon or stay on the sand; the pace is yours to set. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are served throughout the day.

Hotel pickup happens one to two hours before the activity starts, depending on where you're staying, and the boat returns you the same way. The whole day runs seven hours from start to finish. A guide in your language — English, Italian or French — stays with the group and can point out what's in the water and answer questions about the islands, but this is not a lecture tour; most of the day is in the water or on the beach.

Snorkeling gear is not included, so bring your own or rent it separately before the day starts. A vegetarian lunch option is available if you request it when you book. The minimum group size is two people, and you need to bring your passport details (name, number, expiry and country) at the time of booking.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from your Mauritius accommodation.
• a full barbecue lunch on Île Plate Island beach.
• alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks all day.
• a live guide in English, Italian or French.

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelers

Operated by Eco Holidays (Mauritius)

Is this one for you?Book this if you have a full day free and want snorkeling, swimming, and beach time in one outing—the catamaran includes lunch, drinks, and hotel transport, though you'll need to bring or rent your own snorkeling gear.

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Top questions

What islands do you visit on the catamaran cruise from Mauritius?

The catamaran stops at Coin de Mire first for snorkeling and swimming, then moves to Île Plate Island, where you spend most of the afternoon on the beach and can snorkel again if you want to.

Is lunch included in the snorkeling cruise?

Yes, a barbecue lunch is served on Île Plate Island beach. A vegetarian option is available if you request it at the time of booking.

Do I need to bring my own snorkeling equipment?

Snorkeling gear is not included with the cruise, so you'll need to bring your own or arrange a rental separately before the day starts.

What languages does the guide speak on this catamaran cruise?

The live guide speaks English, Italian or French throughout the day.

How early do I need to be ready for hotel pickup?

Hotel pickup happens one to two hours before the activity start time, depending on your hotel location in Mauritius.

What's included in the drinks service during the day?

Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are included throughout the cruise and at lunch on the beach.