Snorkeling in Blue Bay, Mauritius: Quad & Lagoon
Ride the South's backcountry, then drop into the lagoon
A 6-hour day trip in South Mauritius combining quad excursion and lagoon snorkeling. You ride through the region's landscapes (Souffleur, Natural Bridge, Royal Palm Forest, La Cambuse, Bassin Camaron, Pointe Vacoa), then eat lunch at the operator's terrace restaurant before boarding a glass-bottom boat at Blue Bay for 30 minutes of snorkeling. Live guide in English or French. Minimum 2 people.
Step-by-step itinerary
Explore South Mauritius and Blue Bay
- Quad tour through South Mauritius
- Visit Natural Bridge and Le Souffleur
- Explore Royal Palm Forest and La Cambuse
- See Bassin Camaron and Pointe Vacoa
- Lunch at restaurant terrace
- Boat tour of Blue Bay lagoon
- Snorkel in Blue Bay lagoon
What’s included
- Quad excursion through South Mauritius landscapes.
- lunch with grilled chicken, salad, garlic bread, fries and soft drink.
- glass-bottom boat ride and 30 minutes snorkeling in Blue Bay lagoon.
- helmet and hygienic hair protection.
- live guide in English or French.
Times
- Every day 10:00
Before you book
Operated by DS Adventures
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The experience
The day starts with a quad excursion across the South's terrain. You pass through the Souffleur, the Natural Bridge, the Royal Palm Forest, and smaller stops like La Cambuse, Bassin Camaron, and Pointe Vacoa. The operator says this circuit is unique to them and authentic because they focus on the fauna and flora along the way. The ride covers the landscapes without a fixed itinerary of monuments. It is the terrain itself that frames the morning.
After the quad section, you stop at the operator's terrace restaurant for lunch: grilled chicken, salad, garlic bread, fries and a soft drink. Then the driver takes you to Blue Bay, where you board a glass-bottom boat. The boat lets you see the lagoon floor without getting wet first, then you enter the water for 30 minutes of snorkeling. The glass bottom is what sets this apart. You get the view before you dive.
The operator provides a helmet and hygienic hair protection for the quad portion. A live guide speaks English or French throughout the day. The activity suits all fitness levels, though it is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or cardiovascular concerns. You need a minimum of 2 people to book.
Is this one for you?Book this if you want to combine off-road riding with water time in a single day: the quad section and the snorkeling are both active, so it suits travelers who prefer doing over watching. The 6-hour length keeps both parts unhurried without eating into the rest of your itinerary.
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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 exactly do I ride on the quad excursion?
You ride a quad through the South Mauritius backcountry, passing through named stops like the Natural Bridge, Souffleur, Royal Palm Forest, La Cambuse, Bassin Camaron, and Pointe Vacoa. The route is set by the operator, and the guide points out the fauna and flora along the way.
How long is the snorkeling portion at Blue Bay?
Snorkeling in the Blue Bay lagoon lasts 30 minutes. You board a glass-bottom boat first to view the lagoon floor, then enter the water for the snorkeling itself.
What's included in the lunch?
Lunch at the operator's terrace restaurant includes grilled chicken, salad, garlic bread, fries, and a soft drink.
Is this activity safe if I have a back injury?
The quad excursion is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. If you have concerns about your health or mobility, contact the operator before booking to discuss whether the activity suits you.
How many people do I need to book this?
A minimum of 2 people is required to book this day trip.
Snorkeling in Blue Bay, Mauritius: Quad & Lagoon
6h · EN · FR
from US$ 193 per person
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