Swim with Dolphins & Snorkel in Mauritius: Includes snorkeling equipment

Get in the water with dolphins, then explore the reef below.

This activity in Mauritius lets you swim with wild dolphins and snorkel in the same outing, guided by professionals trained in marine life respect. The experience runs about 3.5 hours and includes snorkeling equipment and refreshments. A live guide speaks English or French throughout.

The Experience

You'll spend the morning or afternoon in the water doing two things: swimming near dolphins in their natural habitat, then snorkeling over the reef to see the fish and coral below. The guide handles the boat, reads where the dolphins are, and stays with you in the water. Snorkeling gear is provided, so you just show up with a swimsuit. Snacks and water keep you fueled between the two parts.

The dolphins here are wild, not captive, so sightings depend on where they're feeding that day—the guide knows the patterns and the best spots. You'll be in a small group, which means the boat can move quickly if dolphins surface elsewhere. The water is warm and clear enough that you can see down to the reef even without diving deep. The snorkeling part comes after the swim, so you're already acclimated to being in the ocean by then.

Public transportation reaches the departure point, so you don't need a rental car. The guide speaks English or French, so you'll understand what's happening and why the dolphins behave the way they do. The whole outing takes 3.5 hours from start to finish, which fits into a morning or afternoon without eating your whole day.

What’s included

Snorkeling equipment and snacks and refreshments throughout the outing; a live guide in English or French who stays with you in the water and explains what you're seeing.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Aquatic Adventure Mauritius

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English or French, so you'll follow the commentary and understand the marine behavior without language barriers. Book this if you want to be in the water doing two activities—swimming and snorkeling—rather than watching from the boat.

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Top questions

Can I swim with the dolphins even if I'm not a strong swimmer?

Yes. You'll wear a life jacket in the water, and the guide stays with you. Snorkeling equipment is provided, so you can float and breathe through the snorkel without needing to dive or swim hard. The activity is suitable for all fitness levels.

What if we don't see dolphins that day?

The guide knows where dolphins typically feed and moves the boat to find them, but sightings depend on where they're actually present. The snorkeling portion happens regardless, so you'll still spend time exploring the reef and marine life below the surface.

Is the snorkeling part difficult, or can beginners do it?

Beginners can snorkel here. The reef is in shallow water, and the guide shows you how to use the equipment before you go in. You control how deep you go and how long you stay under; floating and watching from the surface is fine too.

What's included in the package price?

Snorkeling equipment, snacks, and refreshments are included. You bring your swimsuit and a towel; the boat provides everything else you need to be in the water safely.

How long does the whole activity take?

The experience runs about 3.5 hours from when you board until you're back on land, including both the dolphin swim and the snorkeling portion.