14 Swim with Dolphins Experiences in Mauritius That Fill Up First

1.Black River: Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 595 reviews · 5 hours · from $129Our pick

Set out from Grande Riviere Noire on a 14-passenger speedboat with two skippers. Swim with spinner and bottlenose dolphins, watch whales from the boat, and snorkel a coral reef. The crew speaks English and French and puts animal welfare ahead of close encounters.

“Seeing sperm whales for the time as well as swimming with wild dophin was a surreal moment and something I’ll never forget. This company was ethical and respectful to all sea life on this trip. Other boats allowed people to jump in the water and drove their boats far too close to the animals, which clearly scared the whales. It was nice to do this experience with ethical consideration and highly recommend!!”

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2.Whale Dream ltd – Whales watching and swim with dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 308 reviews Top rated

Leave Rivière Noire at 6am with Whale Dream’s marine-focused crew, using a hydrophone to find sperm whales and other wildlife. You may swim with spinner or bottlenose dolphins, snorkel in a lagoon, and enjoy snacks and soft drinks aboard a private boat for up to four.

“Good and trustworthy company for the whales tour. They are taking deposits from clients so you know for sure that the trip will take place. Other companies are often cancelling the trips last minute so Whale Dream is a safe choice. 😊”

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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.Mauritius: Ocean Swim with Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 125 reviews · 6 hours · from $93

Start at 7:30 AM near Martello Tower Museum for a speedboat trip to Black River, where you can watch dolphins and enter the water when conditions allow. Snorkel at the Aquarium, stop at Crystal Rock, then enjoy a BBQ, drinks, and free time on Île aux Bénitiers.

“Ich habe mir vorgestellt im ruhigen klaren Wasser dahinzutreiben und Delfine zu beobachten. Die Wirklichkeit ist leider ganz anders . 10 - 15 Schnellboote Jagen die Delphine durch die Bucht und wenn man Na genug dran war , musste man aus dem Boot springen . Es gab 3 Versuche - dann war Schluss . Es war eher eine Jagd , als ruhiges Schwimmen im Wasser . Im Anschluss der Besuch der Insel war sehr schön. Es gab ein leckeres BBQ und man hatte ausreichend Zeit zum Schwimmen , relaxen oder Sonnen .”

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5.Grande Riviere Noire: Boat Tour and Swimming with Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 62 reviews · 2 hours · from $70

Meet Izel and the Friendly Dodo crew at La Balise in Grande Riviere Noire for an early two-hour boat trip along Mauritius’s west coast. You’ll look for spinner and bottlenose dolphins, swim near them when conditions allow, and use onboard masks and fins before enjoying fruit and water.

“GENIAL ! Un grand merci à Izel et son skipper pour leur gentillesse et leur professionnalisme. Très respectueux des dauphins contrairement à d’autres bateaux que nous avons pu voir, ils ont tout fait pour que chaque personne puisse profiter et voir au mieux les dauphins. Je recommande vivement ! Encore un grand merci !”

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6.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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7.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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8.Mauritius: Swim with Dolphins Full-Day with Lunch/Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 14 reviews · 8 hours · from $96

Meet at La Preneuse at 7:45 for breakfast, then board a licensed speedboat with English- or French-speaking guides. Watch and swim with wild dolphins, snorkel at The Aquarium, eat BBQ on Ile aux Benitiers, and stop at Crystal Rock. John is one skipper named in guest feedback.

“super activité, la nage avec les dauphines c'était super beau. l'île de bénitier c'est vraiment à faire on a passé un très bon moment. je recommande”

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9.Full day Shared Speedboat Tour – South West Lagoon Dolphin Swim

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 13 reviews · from $106

Start with hotel pickup at 6:30 am, then take a shared speedboat from Flic en Flac or Tamarin to see dolphins in the southwest lagoon. Continue to Crystal Rock and Ile aux Benitiers for snorkeling, a halal three-course barbecue lunch, and local drinks. Guides may include Faiz or Billy.

“The tour operator did not pick us up. Our group is very dissapointed. We did not even receive a message or call and the tour operator does not answer when we call. We were up early and ready, but they did not come……… We are extremely upset as we have traveled from South Africa and booked the tour as our MAIN outing.”

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10.Full-Day Swimming with Dolphins and Casela Nature Park Tour in Mauritius

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 9 reviews · from $101

Start with a speedboat trip from La Preneuse to look for dolphins in the open sea, using provided snorkel gear. Then spend about three hours at Casela World of Adventures. Hotel pickup, transport, and dolphin swimming are included, but park admission, activities, food, and drinks cost extra.

“Highlight was seeing the giant tortoises and ostriches. Unfortunately not all facilities were available and we were not advised that you had to book the day before.”

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11.Ocean Swim with Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · from $80

Meet at 7:30 am near Black River, then ride a speedboat to watch dolphins, snorkel around a coral barrier, visit Crystal Rock, and eat a barbecue lunch at Le Morne Beach. Equipment, breakfast, drinks, and vegetarian or gluten-free meals are included.

“Malgré la gentillesse des skippers, l’organisateur est nul. Il avait zappé notre réservation. Bateau surchargé, dès qu’un dauphin montre un aileron, 10 bateau foncent dessus et tout le monde saute à l’eau dans un cafouillage pas possible. Bref, il y a de bien meilleurs organisateurs. Seul point positif, la gentillesse des skippers”

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12.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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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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14.3-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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