Private West Coast Boat Tour Mauritius: Dolphins, Snorkel & Benitiers
- Private Speedboat, Up to 6
- Swim with Wild Dolphins
- Snorkel Behind the Reef
7 hours Up to 6 guestsFrom $699
Private Catamaran Cruise Mauritius: Dolphins, Snorkel & Seafood BBQ
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Private TourThe whole boat is reserved for your group.Dolphin WatchingDolphin watching (sightings not guaranteed).
Private TourThe whole boat is reserved for your group.Dolphin WatchingDolphin watching (sightings not guaranteed).
Skip the packed 60-seat party boats.
Skip the packed 60-seat party boats. On a private Madiana catamaran the day belongs to your group alone — you set the pace, pick the music, and stretch out on deck without queueing for lunch or a spot at the rail.
You cast off from Black River Bay and sail north to Tamarin, where dolphins ride the bow in the early light. Next comes La Preneuse, where the anchor drops outside the reef and the water turns glassy over coral gardens. By midday the catamaran slips south into the Le Morne lagoon and the sandbank at Ile aux Benitiers — a freshly grilled seafood barbecue, feet in ankle-deep turquoise, the great slab of Le Morne Brabant standing over the whole scene.
This is the cruise we recommend for families and friend groups who want a full day on the water without the crowds — a birthday, an anniversary, or simply the highlight of the holiday. Food and drinks flow all day, and the crew handle everything so you don’t lift a finger.
Skip the packed 60-seat party boats. On a private Madiana catamaran the day belongs to your group alone — you…
6.5 hours Private tour Up to 23 guests 36ft or 47ft Madiana catamaran
What’s Included
- Private whole-boat catamaran charter (36ft up to 14, or 47ft up to
- Full snorkelling equipment
- Seafood BBQ lunch (Menu
- Drinks on board: beer, local rum, soft drinks, fruit juice, white & rosé wine
- Professional crew
Why We Picked This Tour
This is our pick for the full west-coast day with your own group: dolphins at Tamarin, snorkelling at La Preneuse and a seafood BBQ at Ile aux Benitiers, on a catamaran that’s yours alone.
Your 6.5 Hours on the Water
Here’s how your trip unfolds, step by step.
- 1
Welcome at La Balise Marina
Board in Black River, meet the crew and settle in for a safety briefing before casting off.
- 2
Tamarin Bay
dolphins – Cruise north to the bay where spinner and bottlenose dolphins are regularly seen in the morning.
- 3
La Preneuse — snorkelling
Anchor outside the reef for snorkelling over coral and tropical fish; full gear provided.
- 4
Le Morne lagoon & Ile aux Benitiers
Sail into the turquoise lagoon and the sandbank island for a fresh seafood BBQ and swimming.
- 5
Return to Black River
Sail back along the coast, arriving at La Balise Marina around 15:30.
The route and snorkeling stops may change with weather and sea conditions.
Extra Costs
- Gratuities (optional)
- Hotel transfers (optional add-on at checkout)
- Premium menu upgrades (e.g. Lobster Extravaganza)
What to Bring
- Swimwear & towel
- Reef-safe sunscreen & hat
- Camera / GoPro
- Light layer for the ride back
- Valid ID for check-in
Meeting Point
L'Estuaire, La Balise Marina, Black River, on the west coast of Mauritius. Free parking on site. Please arrive 30 minutes before departure. Search 'La Balise Marina Black River' on Google Maps for directions.
Cancellation Policy
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Questions About This Private Catamaran Tour
It’s fully private — you book the whole catamaran and share it with no one outside your group.
The 36ft Madiana takes up to 14 guests; the 47ft Madiana up to 23. Choose the boat that fits your group.
Dolphins are wild and sightings are never certain, but Tamarin Bay is one of the most reliable spots on the west coast, especially in the morning.
Yes — a freshly grilled seafood BBQ (Menu 1) with drinks. A Lobster Extravaganza upgrade is available as an add-on.
La Balise Marina in Black River, on the west coast. Free parking is available on site.
Hotel transfers can be added at checkout as an optional extra.
Swimwear, a towel, reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, and a camera. Everything else is on board.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure. See the cancellation section for full terms.