Whale and Dolphin Watching Tours in Mauritius: the 6 Worth Booking

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 409 reviews · from $225Top rated

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 308 reviews

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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4.Dolphins Encounter and Whale Watching

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 153 reviews · from $116Best value

Meet at 6:45 a.m. in Black River for a five-hour speedboat trip with Dolswim Ltd. A skipper and crew take you to wild dolphins, possible dolphin swims, reef snorkeling, and whale watching with a hydrophone. The boat holds up to eight people, with drinks and gear included.

“When I first arrived in Mauritius, I unfortunately booked a tour through an independent tour operator and was shocked by the unethical practices once on the boat. However, the Dolphins Encounter and Whale Watching trip with Dolswim Ltd exceeded my expectations. This trip was the most professional and satisfying excursion that I've experienced since arriving in Mauritius. The skippers took their jobs and the safety of those onboard very seriously at all times. They were also kind, accommodating, and very knowledgeable about the sea creatures. I would highly recommend this trip and company.”

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5.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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6.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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