Best Private Dolphin Charters in Mauritius — Our Top 15

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.Whale and Dolphin Watching Private Boat Tour from Mauritius

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews

Meet your captain and crew at 7:00 am in Grande Riviere Noire for a private 4.5-hour trip. You may swim with wild dolphins, snorkel with provided gear, then search for whales using an underwater hydrophone. The boat carries drinks and water, with lunch details worth confirming.

“Great experience. The skippers were knowledgeable but very hands off. Did not get in the water to assist anyone at all. Did not provide towels, bring your own. Be aware that there is no place to change into or out of your wet swim suit. There Read more”

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6.Mauritius: Private South Side and Dolphin Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 9 hours · from $212Best value

Start before sunrise with a motorboat dolphin encounter, then tour southern Mauritius by private vehicle. See Chamarel’s seven-colored earth, Grand Bassin, Alexandra Falls, Tamarin Waterfalls, and Maconde. Roman may lead the boat outing and Petra the land tour, subject to availability.

“Amazing trip. Picked up early and was on the boat by sunrise. Lovely swim with the dolphins and then stopped at cafe for breakfast. Informative trip around all the sites. The driver was very knowledgeable and gave interesting information throughout the route. Combining the dolphin trip along with seeing the holy Lake, coloured earth and the beautiful views of the Black river gorge and waterfalls made for a very memorable day out. Would certainly recommend this trip to any visitors in South Mauritius. Vehicle was extremely comfortable, driving was very safe and the driver was extremely nice. Thank you”

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7.Dolphins: Private, Snorkel, CrystalRock, ileoBenitiers,lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 9 reviews · 7 hours

Spend seven private hours off Mauritius with a captain and crew, watching and swimming near dolphins in Tamarin Bay, snorkeling at a natural aquarium, seeing Crystal Rock, and eating a grilled lunch on Ile aux Benitiers. Ali, Jonathan, or JJ may be part of the operating team.

“It was amazing. This was a birthday surprise for my husband while here in Mauritius, he and I both enjoyed ourselves so much. Ali and his team went out of their way to ensure we had a eventful and memorable day. we would highly recommend.”

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8.Private Dolphin Encounter and Whale Watching

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7 reviews · 5 hours

Spend five hours on a private speedboat from Black River, watching dolphins, snorkeling over coral, and searching for whales. English and French-speaking crew provide water, soft drinks, gear, and safety briefings. Dolphins may be approached in the water, while whales are observed from the boat only.

“Two guides on the boat were very nice, but rules of company horrible (wearing life vest during swimming with dolphins) made us impossible to swim under water and take the pictures. We saw many people on other boats (other conpanies) and not wearing vests.”

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9.Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · from $312

Spend 6 to 7 hours on Mauritius’s west coast with a private speed boat, dolphin swimming, Crystal Rock snorkeling, a three-course island lunch, drinks, and free time on Ile aux Benitiers. Hotel pickup is offered, with vegetarian meals available on request.

“This experience was awful from befinning to end. Upon arrival, our transfer driver handed us over to the skipper of the boat who didin't even greet us, he just turned around and started walking along the beach towards the boat. This young Read more”

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10.Private Île aux Bénitiers Boat: Dolphin Snorkeling & Lobster

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 7 hours

Spend 7 to 8 hours on a private speedboat from Le Morne, swimming near dolphins, snorkeling at Crystal Rock, and eating lobster on Île aux Bénitiers. Skipper Patrice is praised for his attentive, relaxed style. Lunch, drinks, gear, and a private group are included.

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11.Private Dolphin Swim/Snorkeling & Lunch on Benitiers island

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · 7 hours

Spend seven private hours off Mauritius with an English or French-speaking crew. Watch and swim with dolphins near Tamarin, snorkel at Crystal Rock, then eat a three-course barbecue on Île aux Bénitiers beneath views of Le Morne Mountain. Pickup, gear, drinks, and lunch are included.

“Trevligt och bra ordnat! Vi var här i mitten av December, och när det gäller simma med delfiner och snorkling är det bra men inte fantastiskt beroende på att det var mycket andra turister samtidigt. Hade i och för sig inte väntat mig något annat men med mer privat simtur som nog skulle kunna gjorts om vi varit ute en timme tidigare. Det var många som ville göra samma sak samtidigt så alltså en hel del andra turister. Vi var på en privat tur med baar vår familj - rekommenderas starkt om man har möjlighet.”

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12.Private Dolphin Snorkeling Tour. Equipment available Free.

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3 reviews

Set out from Tamarin Beach in a private speedboat with a guide, watching and snorkeling near wild dolphins under supervision. Equipment, water, juice, and soft drinks are included. Ask about Alibaba and Jean Luc, two guides praised for creating warm, personal outings.

“A big thank you to Alibaba and Jean Luc for this magical sea trip. We swam with dolphins 3 times! I can only recommend.”

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13.Private :Whales and dolphins watching/Swimming with dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

Join Lydia Boat Mauritius for a private half-day trip from Le Morne public beach. Watch wild dolphins, swim only with guidance, snorkel, and enjoy clear views of Le Morne. The boat is private for up to two people, with gear and bottled water included.

“It was absolutely amazing! Our hosts were top! The boat was great! The variety of activities was perfect. The BBQ was very generous and tasted great, our table on the island was the neatest of all) and we were not hurried, really took our time to enjoy every moment. Recommend!! Recommend!! Recommend!!”

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14.Whale & Dolphins Swimming – Private Speedboat Exclusive Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 3 reviews · 4 hours

Spend four hours on a private speedboat off Mauritius, looking for whales and dolphins, snorkeling near the reef, and cruising the lagoon. Breakfast is advertised onboard, with crew service and guides available in five languages. Ask about safety procedures and breakfast before departure.

“Super activité, dauphin et cachalots étaient au rdv ! L’équipe de skipper était super à l’écoute ! Je recommande !”

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15.3-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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