Private Catamaran to Ile Aux Cerfs: Waterfall, Reef & Lunch

You stop at a waterfall by speedboat before the catamaran even leaves the river.

A full-day private catamaran tour from Trou d'Eau Douce to Ile Aux Cerfs includes hotel pickup, a speedboat excursion 500 meters upstream to Grand River South East waterfall, a cruise through coral reefs, a 3-course barbecue lunch, and unlimited local drinks. The catamaran departs at 9:30 a.m. and returns by evening, with a live guide speaking English or French throughout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private Catamaran Adventure to Ile Aux Cerfs

• Hotel pick-up and transfer
• Stop at Grand River South East waterfall
• Speed boat excursion upstream
• Return to catamaran
• Catamaran cruise to Ile Aux Cerfs
• Enjoy local tales and Mauritian music
• Snorkel at coral reefs and observe marine life
• BBQ lunch on beach or catamaran
• Sail back to Trou D’Eau Douce
• Transfer to hotel for dinner

The experience

If you're staying anywhere around Mauritius without a car, the pickup from your hotel settles the logistics before the day starts. The catamaran departs Trou d'Eau Douce at 9:30 a.m., but the real beginning happens upstream: you board a speedboat for a 500-meter run to Grand River South East waterfall, where you'll spot monkeys in the old trees and Mauritian fruit bats hanging from the tallest branches near the falls. After that detour, you return to the main catamaran and head out to Ile Aux Cerfs.

The cruise itself moves through the lagoon's coral reefs and tropical fish. The operator notes these are among the world's most colorful. The catamaran carries you in private, with the crew offering local tales and Mauritian music along the way. Lunch is a 3-course spread: vegetable and rice or pasta salads, grilled garlic bread, grilled chicken, sausages, fresh fish, and grilled banana for dessert. Unlimited local drinks run the full bar (soft drinks, juice, water, beer, wine, and local rum), and keep flowing throughout the day.

The sail back to Trou d'Eau Douce closes the loop, and your driver returns you to your hotel. Travel time is built into the full duration, which runs 7 to 8 hours from pickup to drop-off. The boat is wheelchair accessible, and the tour suits all fitness levels. Halal food is available on request.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off at any accommodation around Mauritius.
• private catamaran with personalized service.
• speedboat excursion to Grand River South East waterfall.
• 3-course barbecue lunch with vegetarian and halal options.
• unlimited local drinks including beer, wine, rum, soft drinks, juice and water.
• live guide in English or French.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 05:30, 08:00 and 08:30

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelers

Operated by Cozy Trip and Tours

Is this one for you?The pickup from your hotel means you don't need a car or directions to Trou d'Eau Douce. The driver handles the timing and gets you back by evening, which is what makes a full day on the water possible if you're staying anywhere on the island without transport.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and French.

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.

What happens at Grand River South East waterfall on this tour?

You take a speedboat 500 meters upstream to the waterfall itself, where you can watch monkeys in the trees and Mauritian fruit bats near the falls before returning to the main catamaran.

Does the price include drinks and lunch?

Yes. The 3-course barbecue lunch and unlimited local drinks (beer, wine, rum, soft drinks, juice and water) are included throughout the day.

What time does the catamaran leave Trou d'Eau Douce?

Departure is at 9:30 a.m., with hotel pickup arranged beforehand to get you to the dock on time.

Is this tour private, or do other groups join?

It's a private catamaran, so you and your party have the boat and crew to yourselves for the full day.

Can I bring children on this tour?

Yes. Infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available if needed.