Mauritius Snorkeling Tours: Our Top 4

1.Île aux Bénitiers: Snorkeling w/Dolphins Boat Tour & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,635 reviews · 7 hours · from $115Our pick

Join a 7-hour west-coast boat trip with hotel pickup, dolphin encounters, Crystal Rock snorkeling, Le Morne views, and a three-course beach BBQ on Île aux Bénitiers. Guides such as Yan and Alex are known for careful dolphin handling, while private drivers including Kavi and Manu help keep transfers smooth.

“Great trip. We did get to see the dolphins as there was a pod of dolphins swimming nearby however there were a lot of boats chasing them. However very Well done to our driver who kept his distance and respected the dolphins giving them space. The speedboat journey was excellent throughout and we really enjoyed the places we visited. The BBQ on the island was very good, lovely food. Definitely recommend”

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2.Tamarin: Dolphin Snorkel, CrystalRock, ile o Benitiers Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 511 reviews · from $77

Join an English or French speaking crew at Tamarin Public Beach for a speedboat search for wild dolphins, snorkeling, Crystal Rock, and a beach BBQ on Ile aux Benitiers. Guides such as Gregory, Peanut, Jonathan, Jordan, and Atish have earned praise for friendly service, marine care, and good local food.

“The guys were amazing, we had great time and a lot of fun together! They care about the marine life”

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3.Mauritius: 5 East Coast Islands Tour with Snorkeling & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 267 reviews · 7 hours · from $85

Spend seven hours on a speedboat visiting Ile aux Cerfs, GRSE waterfall, Ile aux Fouquets, Ile de la Passe, Ile aux Aigrettes, and Ile aux Margenie. Guides such as Ronny, Thomas, and Derek add local stories, while snorkeling, swimming, drinks, and a halal BBQ lunch round out the day.

“The trip was very nice, the driver picked us up at the hotel right on time. The captain took us to the islands, to the waterfall, we didn’t manage to see the dolphins even though we kept looking for them. We managed to see the turtles though. Then we had lunch in Ile de L’Est and it was very good.”

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4.Blue Bay: Half-Day Snorkeling Trip with Creole Picnic Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 262 reviews · 4 hours · from $70Best value

Spend four hours exploring Blue Bay Marine Park from a glass-bottom boat. You will snorkel at two spots, glide past Point d’Esny, and eat a fish, chicken, or vegetarian Creole picnic on Ile des deux Cocos. Guides speak English and French, with Olivier and Jordan praised for friendly help.

“The best things: - The crew: Experienced sailors and very kind with the passengers - The snorkel points I enjoyed a lot in this activity. The sailing is very calm and safe compared with other cruises I did in Mauritius during my holidays. I felt very comfortable. Thanks for this unforgettable day!!”

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