Private Sunset Catamaran Cruise: Île aux Aigrettes

Watch the sunset from a private catamaran anchored off a nature reserve.

A private two-hour sunset catamaran cruise from Mauritius sails to Île aux Aigrettes nature reserve, where you anchor to watch the sun set over the mountains. Depending on tide and wind, the route passes either the remains of the Dalbair shipwreck (sunk 1902) or Ile de la Passe, site of the 1810 naval battle of Grand Port. Snorkeling equipment and crew are included. A live guide speaks English or French.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private sunset catamaran cruise

• Sail along lagoon to Ile aux Aigrettes beach
• Watch the sunset on the beach
• Sail past one of the island's beautiful beaches

The experience

The route depends on conditions on the day you sail. If tide and wind allow, you'll cruise past the actual wreck of the Dalbair, which sank in 1902, or toward Ile de la Passe and the historical waters where the naval battle of Grand Port took place in 1810. Either way, the catamaran sets anchor in front of Île aux Aigrettes, a protected nature reserve, so you can watch the sky turn gold and crimson as the sun drops behind the mountain ridge. The crew stays with you throughout.

Snorkeling equipment is on board if you want to use it. Food and drinks are not included in the booking, but you can bring your own or arrange catering through the operator for an additional fee. The tour runs two hours and works for all fitness levels. Your guide speaks English or French and will be with the group the whole time.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment and crew are included.
• a live guide in English or French leads the tour.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 17:00

Book up to12h before

GroupPrivate

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.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Catamaran Cruises Mauritius

Is this one for you?Two hours is short enough to fit around the rest of your day in Mauritius, but long enough to sail to the nature reserve, anchor, and watch the full sunset without rushing.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided 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 if the weather doesn't cooperate on the day of my cruise?

The route adjusts based on tide and wind conditions. You'll either sail toward the Dalbair shipwreck or Ile de la Passe depending on what's safe and possible that day, but you'll still anchor at Île aux Aigrettes to watch the sunset.

Can I snorkel during the sunset cruise?

Snorkeling equipment is provided on the catamaran, so you have the option to use it while anchored at Île aux Aigrettes.

What is the Dalbair and why is it part of this route?

The Dalbair is a shipwreck that sank in 1902 and lies in the waters near Île aux Aigrettes. Weather permitting, the catamaran sails past its remains as part of the cruise route.

Is this cruise suitable if I'm not very fit?

The cruise is suitable for all physical fitness levels, so there's no fitness requirement to join.

Can I bring food and drinks on board?

You're welcome to bring your own food and drinks. If you'd prefer the operator to arrange catering, they can do so for an additional fee.