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Mauritius: Catamaran Cruise West Coast with BBQ & Snorkeling★ 4.72 (202) · 6h 30m
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Catamaran cruise Ile aux Cerfs with waterfall & snorkeling★ 4.68 (151) · 6h
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Mauritius: Ile Aux Cerfs Catamaran Cruise with BBQ & Drinks★ 4.92 (153) · 7h
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Black River Mauritius Snorkeling Private Catamaran BénitiersA full-day private catamaran tour from Black River, Mauritius, takes you snorkeling at a shallow reef, then to Bénitiers Island for beach time, with snorkeling gear, a BBQ lunch, drinks and a trained crew included. The boat departs from the Black River coast and sails under full canvas; you choose your group size at checkout, from one person to twelve.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full day on the water with snorkeling, beach time and a meal all arranged—the private charter means your group sets the pace, and the crew handles the route, the reef entry and the timing around the island visit.
Private Catamaran to Ile aux Cerfs & Lobster BBQ: MauritiusA 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.Is it for me?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.
Private Catamaran Snorkeling: Île aux Bénitiers & Crystal RockA private catamaran cruise from La Balise Marina on Mauritius's west coast includes snorkeling gear and crew; you depart at 9am, spot dolphins en route, snorkel in the lagoon, pass the iconic Crystal Rock, and visit Île aux Bénitiers before returning around 3:30pm. The Nautitech 46 Fly offers spacious decks and sun trampolines. BBQ lunch is optional and added at checkout; transport to the marina is not included.Is it for me?The boat departs at a fixed 9am and runs a set route with snorkeling and island stops built in, so the day holds together without you arranging transport between sites or managing timing—you show up at the marina and the crew handles the rest.
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Catamaran cruise Grand Baie: all 3 Northern Isles in one dayA full-day catamaran cruise from Grand Baie to all three Northern Isles — Gunner's Quoin, Flat Island, and Gabriel Island — with snorkeling gear, a barbecue lunch, and drinks included. This is the only boat that visits all three islands in a single day and departs early enough to give you an hour of quiet time at each stop before other catamarans arrive. A live guide speaks English and French throughout the voyage.Is it for me?Book this if you want to visit all three islands and arrive first for an hour of quiet before other boats show up.
Catamaran to Coin de Mire & Îlot Gabriel with BBQ lunchA full-day catamaran cruise from Grand Baie to Îlot Gabriel and Coin de Mire in Mauritius, with swimming and snorkelling stops at both islands, a freshly prepared BBQ lunch served on board, and snorkelling equipment included. The boat departs and returns to Grand Baie; a live guide speaks English or French; children from age 1 are welcome.Is it for me?The catamaran departs from Grand Baie, so if you're staying in the north or don't have a car, you avoid arranging transport to a distant port — the boat is where the day starts. The fixed schedule and included lunch mean the day holds together without you building it, and the two islands in one cruise give you both the dramatic rocky islet and the peaceful beach without choosing between them.
Île aux Cerfs catamaran tour: sail, snorkel & lunch in MauritiusA full-day shared catamaran tour from Mauritius to Île aux Cerfs includes snorkelling at Fond Blanc or Eau Bleu, a grilled fish and chicken lunch with salads and fruit, and drinks throughout the day. The boat sails the southeast coast past waterfalls and wildlife, and the crew provides snorkelling gear and lifejackets. Hotel pickup is available on one option; both depart with a live English or French-speaking guide.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to snorkel a working lagoon with a full-day pace that includes an island stop and onboard lunch, all on a single catamaran without switching boats or locations.
Black River catamaran tour Mauritius: snorkel Bénitiers IslandA full-day shared catamaran tour from Mauritius visits Tamarin Bay for dolphin watching, Black River lagoon for snorkeling a shallow reef, and Bénitiers Island for beach time. The boat sails with sails hoisted, the crew watches over snorkelers in the water, and lunch is a grilled fish and chicken BBQ with salads and fruit. English and French guides lead the tour; seven hours total.Is it for me?Seven hours on the water means you'll see dolphins, snorkel a reef, and explore an island in one trip, but you won't have time for a second full activity that same day.
Mauritius Catamaran Tour: Ile Aux Cerfs, Snorkeling & LunchA full-day catamaran tour from Trou D'eau Douce on Mauritius's east coast takes you to snorkel in the lagoon, visit the Grand River South East waterfall to watch monkeys and fruit bats, and spend the afternoon on Ile Aux Cerfs island. The boat departs at 9 a.m., includes a barbecue lunch and unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and returns around 4 p.m. A live guide speaks English, French, Italian or German throughout. Optional water activities at the island—parasailing, undersea walking, tube riding—are available depending on your package.Is it for me?Choose this shared catamaran if you want a full-day itinerary with snorkeling and island stops set by the boat's schedule; book a private charter instead if you'd rather control the timing and route.
Snorkeling in Mauritius: Ilot Gabriel Catamaran CruiseAn eight-hour catamaran cruise from Grand Baie in Mauritius takes you to Ilot Gabriel and Flat Island for snorkeling, with a buffet lunch, drinks and snacks included. The boat departs at 8am and returns at 4pm. A live guide speaks English and French throughout the day.Is it for me?The eight-hour window means you leave early and return by late afternoon, so the rest of your day in Mauritius stays open — no hotel pickup, no extended commitment. Bring or rent your own snorkeling gear before you board, since equipment isn't part of the package.
Full-day catamaran cruise Mauritius: snorkel and island lunchA full-day catamaran cruise on Mauritius' west coast sails to Bénitiers Island and Crystal Rock with snorkeling, a dolphin-watching stop in Tamarin Bay, and a barbecue lunch prepared onboard. The boat returns at 3:30 p.m. A guide speaks English or French; snorkeling gear, drinks and lunch are included.Is it for me?The boat is shared, so you'll be with other travelers, and the pace is set by the itinerary—the dolphin watch, the snorkel stop and the island visit all happen at fixed times. If you prefer a smaller group or a flexible schedule, a private charter would suit you better.
Mauritius West Coast Catamaran Tour: Dolphins & SnorkelingA full-day catamaran cruise along Mauritius' southwest coast aboard the Spinner Dolphin, departing from Black River at 9:30am and returning around 3:30pm. You sail past Le Morne Brabant (a UNESCO World Heritage site) and the Black River Gorges, snorkel in clear water at La Preneuse or L'Harmonie to see marine life, and stop at Ile aux Bénitiers. Dolphin and whale encounters happen in Tamarin Bay when conditions allow. BBQ lunch with grilled fish, chicken, salads and local drinks is served onboard; snorkeling gear is included.Is it for me?Choose this if you want a full day exploring dolphins, reefs, and UNESCO sites in one trip—the catamaran's size and fixed route let you cover more ground than smaller boat options.
Mauritius Southeast Catamaran: Île aux Cerfs, Waterfall & SnorkelA 7-hour catamaran tour from Mauritius's southeast coast visits three destinations: Île aux Cerfs for beach time, the turquoise lagoon for snorkeling, and the Grand River South East waterfall. The boat carries a live English or French-speaking guide, and includes snorkeling gear, lunch, drinks and snacks on board. Children from age 1 are welcome.Is it for me?At 7 hours, this tour fills most of a day but leaves the morning or evening free for other plans. The three stops — island, lagoon and waterfall — mean you move between different landscapes rather than staying in one place, so it suits someone who wants variety in a single outing.
Snorkeling in Mauritius: 5-island catamaran cruise with lunchA 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.Is it for me?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.
Catamaran Cruise Trou d'Eau Douce: Snorkeling & WaterfallA seven-hour catamaran cruise from Trou d'Eau Douce takes you to Grand River South East to snorkel at a waterfall flowing into the Indian Ocean, then to Ile aux Cerfs Island for two hours of swimming, sunbathing or watersports. The boat carries lunch prepared on board, an open bar with beer, wine and rum cocktails, snorkeling equipment, and a guide who speaks English and French. Watersports like parasailing and tube rides are available at the island for an extra cost.Is it for me?This is a shared boat tour, so you're with other travelers and the pace is set by the itinerary—good if you want the stops and the logistics arranged, and the company of other people makes the day livelier. If you prefer to move at your own speed or skip the snorkeling, the two-hour island time gives you room to do your own thing on the sand.
5 Islands Catamaran Cruise Mauritius: Southeast LagoonA 5-islands catamaran cruise along Mauritius' southeast coast departs Pointe D'Esny at 9:30am and returns at 4pm, visiting Île aux Cerfs and a historic lighthouse while you snorkel over coral reefs and watch for dolphins and sea turtles. Lunch and drinks are served on board; snorkeling equipment is provided. A guide speaks English and French.Is it for me?Departing from Pointe D'Esny means you'll need your own transport or a separate transfer to reach the boat, so this works best if you have a rental car or are staying nearby—if you're without a car, arrange a taxi or transfer in advance so the 9:30am start doesn't slip.
Snorkeling in Mauritius: Ilot Gabriel catamaran cruise with lunchA full-day catamaran cruise from Mauritius to Ilot Gabriel, a protected natural reserve, where you snorkel in the surrounding waters, swim off the beach and return by dinghy to the boat for a BBQ lunch. The trip takes about two hours each way, with a stop near Coin de Mire on the return if conditions allow. Snorkeling equipment is provided; guides speak English, French, Arabic and Hindi.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full day combining sailing, snorkeling, and beach time on a shared boat with fixed departure times, rather than a private charter or shorter excursion.
North Islands Catamaran Cruise Mauritius: Ile Plate & GabrielA full-day catamaran cruise from Mauritius visits Ile Plate and Ilot Gabriel, where you land, swim and eat lunch on the beach, then sails to Coin de Mire for snorkeling in one of the north's best spots. The boat carries you through turquoise lagoons and past white-sand shores; lunch, drinks and a guide in English, French, Hindi or Urdu are included. Sea conditions determine whether you can snorkel at Coin de Mire, and the captain makes that call.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full day combining sailing, island landing, and snorkeling in one outing—you'll eat on the island and snorkel at your own pace near Ile Plate and Ilot Gabriel.
Catamaran Cruise Ile Aux Cerfs: Snorkel & BBQA full-day catamaran cruise from Trou D'eau Douce visits the Grand River South East waterfall, includes a snorkeling break in clear water, and serves a 3-course BBQ lunch with drinks onboard before anchoring at Ile Aux Cerfs for beach time and a craft market visit. A guide speaks English and French throughout; hotel pickup is available as an option, and the whole day runs 6 to 7 hours.Is it for me?Choose the tour with hotel pickup if you want to avoid arranging your own transport from your accommodation; pick the meeting point option if you prefer to drive to Trou D'eau Douce yourself or are staying nearby.
Mauritius Snorkeling Catamaran Tour with BBQ LunchA catamaran cruise from Mauritius to Île aux Cerfs includes snorkeling, a BBQ lunch with unlimited drinks, a stop at the GRSE river gorge and waterfall, and free swimming time on the island. The boat departs in the morning and returns by 4pm, with a live English-speaking guide on board. Children must be accompanied by an adult.Is it for me?Book this if you want snorkeling, river exploration, and a full meal in one outing—the catamaran visits Isle aux Cerfs and the GRSE river with its waterfalls, all in a single day returning by 4pm.
Snorkeling in Mauritius: Coin de Mire & Île Plate catamaranA 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.Is it for me?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.
Mauritius Catamaran Cruises — what to know before booking
This guide compares 23 bookable options for Mauritius Catamaran Cruises, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at US$ 59. The average rating is 4.5 out of 5, based on 1,215 traveler reviews.
Most options last half a day or longer. 23 of the 23 options offer free cancellation. 3 private experiences are also available for closed groups. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Mauritius Catamaran Cruises cost?
Prices start at US$ 59. There are 23 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 23 of the 23 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last half a day or longer.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Mauritius: Catamaran Cruise West Coast with BBQ & Snorkeling is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.7 out of 5 across 202 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 3 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
