Best Private Dolphin Charters in Mauritius — Our Top 5

1.Lydia Boat Mauritius :Private boat tour:Whales&Dolphins encounter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 409 reviews · from $225Our pick

Meet the Lydia Boat crew at Emba Filao beach for a private seven-and-a-half-hour speedboat trip. Miguel, Navy, Owen, Rino, Theo, and others may guide your group toward wild dolphins, whales, turtles, aquarium snorkeling, Crystal Rock, and a seafood barbecue, now served on the boat while Île aux Bénitiers is closed.

“The tour was amazing. Navy & Rino went out of their way to make sure we saw whales & dolphins, and ensured our comfort and safety at all times. The seafood lunch they prepared was easily the best meal we had over our 2 weeks in Mauritius, and we will never forget the fresh grilled lobster we had. Easily one of the best Viator tours we have ever booked, we highly recommend this experience!”

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2.Le Morne: Private Boat Tour Dolphin-Watching & swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 68 reviews

Set out from Le Morne Public Beach with Lydia Boat Mauritius for a private dolphin-watching trip. Guides such as Captain Navy, Miguel, Tyler, and Jeremy may help you observe and swim near wild dolphins, then snorkel or search for turtles. Masks, fins, and bottled water are included.

“A Once-in-a-Lifetime Ocean Experience! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We recently went on the Observe & Swim dolphin tour with Captain Navy and Ocean Guide Tyler, and it was truly the highlight of our trip. From the moment we stepped on board, it was clear we were in great hands. Captain Navy’s skill on the water and Tyler’s deep knowledge of marine life made this an unforgettable adventure. They were both incredibly dedicated to giving us the full experience — and they delivered! We cruised across stunning blue waters, scanning the waves, and sure enough, we found a pod of dolphins. Not only did we watch them play and dive around the boat, but…”

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3.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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4.Mauritius: Private Swim with Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · 2h 30m

Meet near La Jetée Road in Grande Rivière Noire for a 150-minute private speedboat trip. Your English or French-speaking guide explains dolphin behavior and safety before you enter the water, then leads a short coral-reef snorkeling stop. Bring swimwear, a towel, and sunscreen.

“Our family had an amazing experience swimming with the dolphins. The captain on the boat was excellent, he took us to multiple locations to give us the best possible chance to get amongst the dolphins. His final spot was excellent, pod of dolphins numbering about 25 /30, he put the boat in the desired position and told us when to go for it. We got really close to the dolphins with everyone experiencing being surrounded by the dolphins. The captains local knowledge was superb and I thought the price was excellent for a party of 8 people. To actually get right in amongst the dolphins was an amazing experience for…”

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5.3-Day Private Tour of Mauritius with Optional Dolphin Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 3 days · from $287

Spend three flexible, private days touring Mauritius with a licensed driver. Visit Pamplemousses, Port Louis, tea country, Gris Gris, Chamarel, and more. You can add a non-private wild dolphin swim, and drivers such as San or Satya can tailor the pace to your interests.

“Ich hatte einen super Fahrer! San hat mir so viel erklären können. Er ist auf alle Wünsche eingegangen und ich hatte nie das Gefühl, ich müsste mich beeilen und konnte alle Sehenswürdigkeiten ausreichend genießen. Vielen Dank für alles!”

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