The 7 Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Trips in Mauritius People Actually Book

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

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

Start early with hotel pickup, then ride a speedboat from the west coast to seek wild dolphins. Snorkel near Crystal Rock with Le Morne behind you, enjoy a three-course BBQ and local drinks on Île aux Bénitiers, then swim or rest on the beach. Guides may include Yan, Alex, Kevin, or Lulu.

“Every aspect from pick up to drop off and the activities in between was scheduled beautifully. Great guides, boat, dolphins. turtles and fishes. Awesome relaxed BBQ on the beach and thwy always kept us informed of the schedule. superb. 10/10!”

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

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

Join a licensed crew such as Gregory, Peanut, Jordan, or Atish for a speedboat trip from Tamarin. Look for dolphins, snorkel with provided gear, stop at Crystal Rock, then enjoy a local beach barbecue on Ile aux Benitiers. Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and a change of clothes.

“Swimming with dolphins and walking near crystal rock. Having amazing lunch spread and also spotting a turtle as bonus!”

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3.Mauritius: Snorkel and Swim with Dolphins on Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 147 reviews · from $49

Meet your captain and guide at Tamarin Beach for a briefing, then ride by speedboat into open water to watch dolphins, swim when conditions allow, and snorkel with supplied gear. Jérôme may captain the boat, and the trip includes drinks, life vests, and about two hours at sea.

“The fruit juices mentioned in the service were the only thing missing. But great activity! We were really impressed. An unforgettable moment”

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4.La Preneuse: Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 92 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

Meet your skipper at La Tour Martello on La Preneuse Beach for a two-hour speedboat outing. You may swim near wild dolphins, then snorkel among reef fish, lionfish, octopus, and other marine life. Guides speak English and French, and names frequently praised include Feliciano, Andy, and Miguel.

“Nice. I simply decided, by my own, to request a return to the beach because I had the feeling of a sort of agressivity against the dolphins. Indeed, most speedboats than dolphins and not enough care from other skippers to indicate (educate) their customers to be with a huge respect and silence for dolphins. They are not cats or dogs. Anyway, your team was nice, full of respect and important communication and share of mutual understanding. Thanks a lot and see you soon. Nice end of Year Christmas festivites.”

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5.La Preneuse: Dolphin Swimming and Snorkeling Speedboat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 54 reviews · 2h 30m · from $47Best value

Meet your guide at La Preneuse Beach at 7:30 a.m. for a 150-minute speedboat trip in search of dolphins. You’ll receive snorkeling equipment, guidance on when to enter the water, and time at a coral reef. Small private groups can be arranged, but hotel transport is not included.

“The activity was beyond my expectations! Wonderful guide, 4 encounters with dolphins and exciting coral reef snorkeling! Best money ever spent!”

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6.Dolphins & Whales, Private Tour Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 21 reviews · 4 hours

Spend four hours on a private speedboat off Mauritius, looking for dolphins and whales, then snorkeling near Crystal Rock and the natural aquarium. English- and French-speaking guides lead the trip. Captain Ali and assistant Bebe have earned praise for respectful wildlife viewing, though sightings, drinks, and comfort can vary.

“We saw both Dolphins and Whales, guide captain (Ali) was great.”

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7.All In One- Dolphins, Whales, Snorkeling & Lunch onboard

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2 reviews · 6h 30m

Spend 390 minutes on a private west-coast speedboat trip with a skipper-guide, dolphin encounters, whale watching, Crystal Rock, snorkeling in a natural aquarium, and a freshly prepared barbecue. Lunch is advertised onboard, though one booking report placed it on an island, so confirm the plan before departure.

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