Swim with Wild Dolphins and South Mauritius Tour: Lunch Included

Dolphins at dawn, gorges at midday, a sacred lake and three courses in between

A full-day tour from Chamarel combining a two-hour boat trip to swim with wild dolphins, a three-course Mauritian lunch, and visits to Black River Gorges National Park, Alexandra Falls and Grand Bassin temple. The tour includes snorkeling equipment, private transport with a professional driver-guide, and bottled water. Pickup is included and children from age one are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Dolphins, lunch, and south highlights

• Depart early for dolphin swim
• Swim with wild dolphins
• Visit Chamarel viewpoint
• Enjoy three-course local lunch
• Explore Gorges Viewpoint
• Visit Alexandra Falls
• Visit Grand Bassin temple

The experience

The morning starts on the water. You depart early by speedboat to find dolphins in their natural habitat, spending two hours in the sea with a chance to swim alongside them. The boat returns by mid-morning, and from there the day shifts to land: a stop at Chamarel viewpoint overlooks the Benitiers Islet, then you sit down to a three-course meal featuring local Mauritian flavors (a starter, main and dessert) before the afternoon's sightseeing begins.

The Gorges Viewpoint opens onto Black River Gorges National Park, where dramatic cliffs drop into lush valleys and deep ravines frame the landscape. Alexandra Falls follows, a cascade plunging over rugged rock face surrounded by tropical foliage. You walk scenic trails here and feel the mist. The final stop is Grand Bassin, a crater lake sacred in Hindu tradition, ringed by vibrant temples and colorful statues where you can walk the serene paths and take in the panoramic views.

Your driver-guide speaks English or French and stays with you throughout. The vehicle is fully air-conditioned, snorkeling equipment is provided, and bottled water travels with you. Gratuities are optional. The tour runs six to eight hours depending on pace and traffic.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• three-course local lunch with vegetarian or non-vegetarian options and halal foods available.
• bottled water.
• private air-conditioned vehicle.
• speedboat fees.
• professional driver-guide speaking English or French.
• hotel pickup and drop-off.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 06:00

Book up to8h before

AgesAdult (18 to 60 years) · Senior (61 and older) · Youth (9 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 8 years) · Infant (1 to 2 years): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and French

Audio guideSpanish, German, Italian, Arabic, Burmese, Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Hindi, Hungarian and Turkish

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.

Prices and times updated 15 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availableNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditions

Operated by Paradise In Your Palm Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you're based in Chamarel without a car (hotel pickup means you skip arranging transport), and want five southern highlights (dolphins, falls, Grand Bassin, gorges) in one day rather than booking separate excursions.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (9 to 17 years); Child (3 to 8 years); Infant (1 to 2 years): free.

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.

How early does the dolphin swim start in the morning?

The tour departs early by speedboat to reach the dolphins in their natural habitat, though the exact departure time is set when you book based on your hotel pickup location and the day's conditions.

What is Grand Bassin and why do people visit it?

Grand Bassin is a sacred crater lake nestled in lush hills, important in Hindu tradition and surrounded by vibrant temples and colorful statues. Visitors walk the serene paths, observe devotees offering flowers and prayers, and enjoy panoramic views of this spiritual sanctuary.

Is the three-course lunch vegetarian, and are there options for dietary restrictions?

The meal features local Mauritian flavors and you can choose vegetarian or non-vegetarian when you book. Halal foods are available. Mention any dietary needs at checkout.

Do I need to bring my own snorkeling gear, or is it provided?

Snorkeling equipment is included in the tour, so you don't need to bring your own.