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Self-Drive 30KM Mauritius Tour: Gris Gris, Waterfall Swim & Lunch
Self-Drive 30KM Mauritius Tour: Gris Gris, Waterfall Swim & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.22 (9)3h–4hIf you want to get off the beaten path in Mauritius, this self-drive tour lets you explore wild southern landscapes, swim under a hidden waterfall, and taste real local food—all in one day.Free cancellationfromUS$ 199View ›
Private Catamaran to Ile aux Cerfs & Lobster BBQ: Mauritius
Private Catamaran to Ile aux Cerfs & Lobster BBQ: Mauritius★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (9)7hA 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.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 1,317View ›
5 Islands Catamaran Cruise Mauritius: Southeast Lagoon
5 Islands Catamaran Cruise Mauritius: Southeast Lagoon★★★★★★★★★★ 4.44 (9)7hA 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.Free cancellationKids −50%fromUS$ 82View ›
Mauritius Snorkeling: 5 Islands Speedboat with BBQ Lunch
Mauritius Snorkeling: 5 Islands Speedboat with BBQ Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (8)6hA 6-hour speedboat tour from Trou d'Eau Douce visits five islands across Mauritius's lagoon—Île aux Phares, Île de la Passe, Île aux Aigrettes and Île aux Cerfs—with stops to swim and snorkel in clear water, a waterfall visit, and a midday BBQ lunch with drinks included. Snorkeling masks are provided; the boat returns by mid-afternoon.Is it for me?The boat leaves from Trou d'Eau Douce, accessible by public transport or your own car, so you do not need to arrange a separate pickup—just arrive at the pier by 9am and the day unfolds from there.Free cancellationKids −30%fromUS$ 114View ›
Private Catamaran Snorkeling: Île aux Bénitiers & Crystal Rock
Private Catamaran Snorkeling: Île aux Bénitiers & Crystal Rock★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (8)6hA 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.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 1,756View ›
Mauritius Airport Transfer: Private Car & Driver 24/7
Mauritius Airport Transfer: Private Car & Driver 24/7★★★★★★★★★★ 4.13 (8)You get picked up at the airport terminal by a named driver in a private air-conditioned car, or collected from your hotel for departure, with luggage handling included and the fare fixed before you arrive. Children under five travel free, infant seats are available, and the service operates 24 hours every day. No waiting, no negotiation, no surprises at the curb.Is it for me?Book this if you want to avoid the airport taxi rank and arrive at your hotel without arranging transport on the day — the fixed price and named driver mean the journey is settled before you land.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 67View ›
Scuba diving in Mauritius: Exploration dives for certified divers
Scuba diving in Mauritius: Exploration dives for certified divers★★★★★★★★★★ 4.14 (7)2hExploration dives in Mauritius are boat-based scuba dives for certified divers on the southeast coast, where volcanic structures create caves, tunnels and arches alongside reef systems and shipwrecks. A live guide leads the dive, equipment is provided, and the itinerary includes briefing, 45 minutes or more of underwater exploration, and a debrief on return; pickup is included and children are welcome from age 7.Is it for me?Book this dive if you're a certified diver with a free afternoon and you want to see a different side of Mauritius underwater—the volcanic formations and larger marine life on the southeast coast aren't what you'll find on the other sides of the island. The guide handles the navigation and safety, so you focus on the dive itself.Free cancellationfromUS$ 95View ›
Snorkeling Mauritius: 5 Islands Private Speedboat with Lunch
Snorkeling Mauritius: 5 Islands Private Speedboat with Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (7)8hA private speedboat snorkeling tour departing the east coast of Mauritius, visiting Blue Bay Marine Park, four historic islands and Grand River South-East Waterfalls over eight hours with a live English or French-speaking guide. The boat is yours alone, so timing and stops bend to what you want to see; lunch, drinks and snorkeling gear are included, and pickup is arranged from your hotel.Is it for me?Book this if you want the islands and the reefs without sharing the boat or the schedule—the speedboat is yours alone, so the guide adjusts stops and timing to what you want to see, and the eight-hour window gives you real time on each island instead of a quick photo stop.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom · per groupUS$ 575View ›
Snorkeling in Mauritius: 5 Islands with Waterfall & BBQ
Snorkeling in Mauritius: 5 Islands with Waterfall & BBQ★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (7)6hA six-hour boat tour of five Mauritian islands with snorkeling at coral reefs, visits to a historic lighthouse and nature reserve, and a BBQ lunch on white sand. The guide speaks English or French, equipment is provided, and the itinerary moves through Grande Riviere Sud Est Waterfall, Lighthouse Island, Île de la Passe, Île aux Aigrettes and Île aux Cerfs. Infants sit on an adult's lap; the tour suits all fitness levels but is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries.Is it for me?This is a shared boat tour, so you travel with other visitors and move at a group pace — it suits travelers who want the full five-island route without arranging transport or booking each stop separately. If you prefer a private boat or a different island selection, look for a custom charter instead.Free cancellationfromUS$ 95View ›
Mauritius 3 Islands: Speed Boat Trip with BBQ Lunch
Mauritius 3 Islands: Speed Boat Trip with BBQ Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.57 (7)7hHop between three islands off Mauritius by speed boat with a local guide. You’ll snorkel clear waters at Eau Bleue, visit historic Lighthouse Island, enjoy a BBQ lunch on Ile aux Cerfs, and stop for drinks on Ile aux Aigrettes’ beach — with plenty of stories and small surprises along the way that you’ll remember long after heading home.Free cancellationKids −42%fromUS$ 81View ›
Mauritius Airport to City: Private Kia Carnival Luxury Transfer
Mauritius Airport to City: Private Kia Carnival Luxury Transfer★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (6)1h–2hYou’ll be met right at Mauritius Airport by your private driver (look for your name near Exit Gate 7), settle into a roomy Kia Carnival with cold bottled water, and get help with all your luggage. Relax on the drive into town — it’s smooth, comfortable, and you’ll notice little details that make arrival feel easy. It’s not flashy but somehow feels like a soft landing after travel chaos.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 90View ›
Whale watching boat trip Mauritius: Sperm whales year-round
Whale watching boat trip Mauritius: Sperm whales year-round★★★★★★★★★★ 4.83 (6)3hWhale watching in Mauritius is a group boat trip departing early morning to observe sperm whales year-round residents feeding on giant squid in deep offshore waters. You travel aboard a fast boat with an experienced local crew, mask and snorkel provided, and bottled water throughout the outing. The trip lasts around three hours and operates in English or French with a live guide. Not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or cardiovascular concerns; moderate physical fitness is required.Is it for me?The boat departs early from a fixed point in Mauritius, so you don't need a car or local knowledge to reach it—confirm the pickup location when you book. The three-hour outing is built around what the whales do that day rather than a fixed itinerary, which is what makes it authentic but also means you need to be comfortable with the open ocean and willing to adapt to conditions as they unfold.Free cancellationNewfromUS$ 170View ›
Swim With Wild Dolphins & Whale Watching in Mauritius
Swim With Wild Dolphins & Whale Watching in Mauritius★★★★★★★★★★ 4.80 (5)4h–5hSwim with wild dolphins in Tamarin Bay and whale watch on the open sea in Mauritius in a single morning and afternoon, with hotel pickup and dropoff, professional skippers, snorkeling equipment and bottled water included. The skipper briefs you on dolphin and whale behavior, sustainable viewing practices and water safety before you enter the water. Dolphins appear in at least 90% of departures; if they don't, you get a free second outing for the dolphin swim alone.Is it for me?Book this activity if you have a free morning and afternoon in Mauritius and want to enter the water with dolphins rather than watch from the boat alone. The fixed schedule and included transport mean you don't arrange timing or logistics yourself, and the skipper's presence in the water during the dolphin swim keeps the experience guided and safe.Free cancellationKids −46%fromUS$ 238View ›
Swim with Dolphins & Snorkel in Mauritius: Includes snorkeling equipment
Swim with Dolphins & Snorkel in Mauritius: Includes snorkeling equipment★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (4)3h 30mThis activity in Mauritius lets you swim with wild dolphins and snorkel in the same outing, guided by professionals trained in marine life respect. The experience runs about 3.5 hours and includes snorkeling equipment and refreshments. A live guide speaks English or French throughout.Is it for me?The guide speaks English or French, so you'll follow the commentary and understand the marine behavior without language barriers. Book this if you want to be in the water doing two activities—swimming and snorkeling—rather than watching from the boat.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 468View ›
Mauritius Airport Transfer: Private Car & Hotel Pickup
Mauritius Airport Transfer: Private Car & Hotel Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.25 (4)1hYou're picked up at Mauritius SSR airport and driven directly to your hotel in a private, air-conditioned car; the same service returns you to the airport for departure. Specialized infant seats are available if you're traveling with young children. Book one-way or round-trip depending on your needs.Is it for me?Worth booking if you land with luggage and want to skip the taxi negotiation at the curb — the driver waits at arrivals and the price is fixed before you travel, so the transfer from airport to hotel stops being a hassle and starts being a given.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 47View ›
Mauritius: Bois Chéri Tea Plantation & Tasting Tour
Mauritius: Bois Chéri Tea Plantation & Tasting Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.00 (4)2h–7hYou're driven to Bois Chéri plantation in southern Mauritius, walk through the tea factory and production museum with a guide, taste their current range of teas, and eat a tea-based meal with a view across the island. Hotel pickup is included if you add it to your booking, and the whole experience runs at a pace that doesn't feel rushed. Groups stay small, and confirmation depends on availability for your chosen date.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand how tea became part of Mauritius's history without arranging transport or timing yourself — the fixed itinerary and included meal mean you show up and the day unfolds.Free cancellationKids −33%fromUS$ 15View ›
Mauritius Airport Transfer: Private Car & Meet-and-Greet
Mauritius Airport Transfer: Private Car & Meet-and-Greet★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (3)1h–1h 30mYou land at Mauritius airport and your driver is waiting with your name on a sign; they've tracked your flight and adjusted timing if you were delayed. You're driven directly to your hotel in a private, air-conditioned car with no other passengers or stops. For departure, pickup happens about four hours before your flight from your hotel, with the driver coordinating access through hotel security. The whole service runs 24/7 across the entire island, with real-time support on WhatsApp if plans change.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving with luggage, traveling as a family, or simply want to skip the taxi negotiation and ride-share uncertainty — the private vehicle and flight tracking mean you know exactly when and how you're getting to your hotel, and the driver handles the rest.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 100View ›
Blue Bay Eco Tour and Coral Snorkeling: Mauritius
Blue Bay Eco Tour and Coral Snorkeling: Mauritius★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (2)3hA half-day eco tour in Mauritius's Blue Bay pairs snorkeling at a coral restoration site near l'Île aux Aigrettes with a second dive on a marine transect back in the bay, led by a private guide who explains the NGO conservation work protecting the area. The tour starts and ends at Chantauvent, a family-run guest house, and includes bottled water; lunch is available à la carte on return.Is it for me?Start at Chantauvent, a family-run guest house on the bay itself, so you skip the crowded jetties and the drive from a resort—the guide meets you there and the boat leaves from a quiet corner. This works well if you're staying elsewhere on the island or arrived without a car, since public transport reaches the area and you're not dependent on a shuttle schedule.Free cancellationfromUS$ 340View ›
Mauritius Airport Transfer: Private SUV 1-Way Pickup & Drop-Off
Mauritius Airport Transfer: Private SUV 1-Way Pickup & Drop-Off★★★★★★★★★★ 3.00 (2)A driver meets you at Mauritius airport arrivals with your name on a sign and takes you directly to your resort in a private, air-conditioned SUV. The vehicle includes space for luggage, a baby seat if needed, and a bilingual driver. You book 24 hours ahead, get free cancellation up to that point, and avoid the taxi stand entirely.Is it for me?Book this if you're landing in Mauritius with luggage and want to skip the taxi negotiation — the driver waits at arrivals and the price is set before you land, so the transfer stops being a decision you make while tired.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 67View ›
Mauritius Tea Route: Bois Chéri & Colonial Estates Full Day
Mauritius Tea Route: Bois Chéri & Colonial Estates Full Day★★★★★★★★★★ 3.50 (2)6h–7hYou visit four colonial-era sites across southern Mauritius in one day: a tea museum with tasting, Bois Chéri tea factory and museum, St. Aubin sugar estate, Gris Gris sea cliffs, and La Vanille Nature Park. A guide narrates the history at each stop, and transport, tastings, and lunch are included. The route takes you through the island's plantation past without arranging stops or timing yourself.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to understand Mauritius beyond the beach resorts — the colonial history, the tea and sugar industries, and the southern coast — without arranging your own transport, timing each stop, or navigating between sites. The fixed itinerary and included guide handle all of that, leaving you to absorb the story.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 154View ›
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