5 islands tour: New Private OCÉANE Speedboat

The best part of this outing is the freedom. Instead of sitting on a crowded catamaran route, you get a fast private boat, a skipper who can adjust the stops, and room to linger when the water, dolphins, or a good swimming spot deserve extra time. Brian and Angelo are two skippers praised for being attentive and flexible.

I especially like the private beach BBQ and the chance to combine several very different sights in one day: a waterfall, monkeys, reefs, lighthouses, small islands, and a lagoon framed by mountains. The main drawback is the price, $842 for a group of up to two, so this is a special splurge rather than a casual boat ride.

Key points

• Fast private boat: The new OCÉANE speedboat carries up to eight people and gives you a livelier ride than a catamaran.
• Flexible day on the water: Skippers such as Brian and Angelo can respond to your interests and help you avoid the busiest areas.
• Strong mix of stops: Expect GRSE waterfall, Ile aux Aigrettes, Ile aux Fouquets Lighthouse, Îlot Flamants, and Ile aux Cerfs.
• Quiet beach lunch: A BBQ is served at La Flibuste, in a peaceful corner of a private beach.
• Snorkeling before drinks: Snorkel first, then enjoy alcoholic drinks. Drinking beforehand can cause the snorkeling stop to be canceled.
• Best for active groups: The ride and boat access suit people comfortable with swimming, steps, and movement on the water.

A Private Start at Pointe Maurice

Your day begins at Pointe Maurice Jetty in Trou d’Eau Douce, on Mauritius’s southeast coast. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off, so you need to arrange your own way to the jetty and arrive ready for a full day outside.

The boat can carry up to eight passengers, but the price shown is for a private group of up to two. That distinction matters. If you are a couple, you pay for privacy and personal attention rather than sharing the ride with strangers. If your party is larger, confirm the exact rate before booking, since the capacity and the advertised price are not the same thing.

The OCÉANE is a new speedboat, and the ride itself is part of the attraction. You will feel the boat pick up speed, with spray, wind, and open water replacing the slow, steady pace of a larger cruise boat. Bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen with high protection, and a change of clothes. A towel, swimwear, and flip-flops belong in your day bag too.

This is not a quiet sightseeing boat all day. The speed can be great fun, but it may feel rough for anyone with back trouble or low tolerance for bouncing. The activity is not suitable for pregnant women, people with back problems, or people with mobility impairments.

GRSE Waterfall and Monkeys

The first major stop is Grand River South East, usually called GRSE. The boat takes you toward the waterfall for about 30 minutes of sightseeing, photographs, and wildlife viewing.

The waterfall is reached from the water, so the setting matters as much as the falling water itself. Tropical forest surrounds the river, and cheeky monkeys are part of the scene. This is a good early stop because it gives you a gentle introduction to the southeast coast before the faster island-hopping section begins.

Keep your camera ready, but do not expect a long land excursion here. The stop is designed for viewing from the boat and taking photographs. The monkeys are wild animals, not a planned show, so sightings and behavior can vary.

The contrast is one reason this tour works well. You start with river scenery and forest, then move into open lagoon water, coral reefs, and exposed island landmarks. You get a wider picture of the coast than you would from a single beach day.

Ile aux Aigrettes and the First Snorkel Plans

From GRSE, the boat heads southeast toward Ile aux Aigrettes. The island is mainly a scenic point on this route, with around 20 minutes allocated for passing by and sightseeing.

The key experience here is the water around the island. The tour includes a snorkeling session near Ile aux Aigrettes, where you can look for marine life in the clear lagoon. You will also have time to pause with a cold drink and take in the water, reefs, and mountains around you.

The order of the day is important. Alcoholic drinks are served only after snorkeling. The management can cancel the snorkeling activity if you drink beforehand, so save the alcohol for later. This is both a practical rule and a sensible one: swimming from a moving boat requires clear judgment and steady movement.

Snorkeling conditions are never fully guaranteed. Water clarity, weather, and sea conditions can affect what you see. Still, this stop gives the day a useful change of pace. After the speedboat ride, you get a chance to slow down, swim, and pay attention to the sea beneath you.

Lighthouses, Small Islands, and Photo Stops

The route continues among the southeast islands, including Ile aux Fouquets Lighthouse and Îlot Flamants. These stops are short, scenic, and well suited to photographs.

At Ile aux Fouquets, you get a photo stop, sightseeing, and a chance to visit the lighthouse area. The lighthouse gives the route a strong sense of place. It is not simply another view from the boat, but a landmark that helps you understand how exposed these small islands are within the lagoon and open sea.

Îlot Flamants is another small island stop, with time to pass by, look around, and take photographs. Do not expect long walks or a detailed land tour at every island. The pleasure here is seeing several distinct places from a private boat, with the skipper able to set a comfortable rhythm for your group.

This is where the private format can make a difference. Brian and Angelo have been praised for responding to requests, choosing quieter snorkeling spots, and avoiding crowds when possible. One particularly fortunate outing included dolphins, and the group was able to stay with them for as long as it wanted. Dolphin sightings are luck, not a promised feature, but a flexible private boat gives you a better chance to enjoy an unexpected moment if one occurs.

The Ile aux Cerfs Beach Lunch

The most relaxing part of the day comes at La Flibuste, near Ile aux Cerfs. Here, lunch is served in a quiet corner of a private beach, away from the feel of a mass-market beach stop.

The meal is a BBQ, and it is included in the price. The setting is a major part of its appeal: clear blue water, sand underfoot, and time to eat without rushing straight back onto the boat. You can also swim or sunbathe before the return journey.

I like this stop because it gives the day a proper pause. A speedboat excursion can otherwise become a race through a list of locations. Sitting down for lunch on the beach lets you enjoy Mauritius rather than merely collect photographs of it.

The private beach wording is worth reading carefully. It does not mean you have an entire island to yourself. Ile aux Cerfs is a well-known destination, and the tour specifically promises a quiet corner of a private beach. Your experience of peace and quiet will depend on the day, timing, and other beach activity.

Still, the lunch setting is one of the strongest reasons to choose this boat trip over a basic sightseeing cruise. You get a meal in a natural setting, followed by time for a swim, instead of eating quickly on a crowded vessel.

Returning by Boat to Pointe Maurice

After lunch and beach time, you return by boat toward Trou d’Eau Douce and Pointe Maurice. The full outing lasts 390 minutes, or six and a half hours, with arrival planned for about 3:30 PM.

The return is not just transportation. You continue to get scenic views from the lagoon, and the fast boat makes the journey feel active rather than slow. If you have spent the morning snorkeling and walking around beach areas, the ride back may be the liveliest final section of the day.

The schedule has enough room for a full coastal circuit, but it is still worth treating the timing as approximate. Weather, sea conditions, wildlife, and the pace of your group can affect the day. If you have an evening reservation or airport connection, leave a comfortable buffer rather than planning something immediately after the stated return time.

Smoking is not allowed. Wi-Fi is not included, so your phone is mainly useful for photographs and emergency contact arrangements rather than staying online throughout the trip.

Why the Private Format Costs More

At $842 for a group of up to two, this is expensive by Mauritius excursion standards. For two people, that works out to $421 per person, before considering your transport to the jetty and any optional purchases such as caps or T-shirts sold on board.

The price makes more sense if you value privacy, flexibility, and a better boat experience. You are not paying only to reach Ile aux Cerfs. You are paying for a private speedboat, a full southeast coast route, a skipper who can respond to your wishes, snorkeling, post-snorkel drinks, and a BBQ lunch on a private beach.

That flexibility was especially useful for groups who wanted to stay longer at a scenic point, choose less crowded water, or spend time with dolphins when the opportunity appeared. A standard catamaran trip may cost less, but it usually gives you a set schedule and a larger group atmosphere.

For a couple celebrating a special holiday, the cost may feel reasonable. For a family or group of friends who can share the private boat price, the value can improve, but you should confirm how the operator prices more than two passengers. The listed capacity is eight, while the stated price covers up to two.

I would not book this simply because it includes many stops. Book it because you want the day to feel personal and active. If your top priority is the lowest possible price, a shared cruise is likely a better fit. If your priority is avoiding crowds and having the sea on your own terms, this is where the extra money has a purpose.

What the Skipper Adds

A private boat is only as good as the person at the helm. The experience has English and French speaking hosts, and Brian and Angelo are two names associated with especially attentive service.

Brian is described as entertaining and willing to adjust the route around the group. He even allowed one family to drive the boat under his supervision. That sort of moment may depend on the skipper, conditions, and safety rules, so treat it as a possibility rather than a promised part of the outing.

Angelo is also praised for being accommodating and handling requests with care. The practical advantage is simple: you can tell the skipper what matters most to you. You might prefer more swimming, more photographs, a longer island stop, or a quicker return to the beach.

This does not mean you can ignore the day’s safety limits. The skipper controls the boat, and the snorkeling and alcohol rule is firm. But within those limits, a good private skipper can make the outing feel less like a timetable and more like a day planned around your group.

Who Will Enjoy This Most

I would recommend this experience to couples, families with older children, and small groups who want a full day on the water without joining a large cruise.

Children aged 10 and 15 enjoyed the speedboat, snorkeling, beach, and flexible format on one outing. That suggests the trip can work well for active families, but you should consider each child’s comfort with boat spray, speed, swimming, and changing conditions.

It is also a strong choice if you want to mark a special occasion. The private setting, beach lunch, and chance of seeing dolphins give the day more character than a simple transfer to a popular beach.

You should think twice if you dislike fast rides, need a very stable boat, or have back or mobility problems. Pregnant women should not book this activity. It is also a poor match if you want a slow, quiet cruise with no spray and no physical activity.

Practical Packing Advice

Pack lightly, but bring everything you need for both the boat and the beach. The most useful items are:

• Sunglasses
• A hat or cap
• Swimwear
• A towel
• Flip-flops
• High SPF sunscreen
• A change of clothes
• A camera

Sunglasses are not just for the sun. They help with spray during the faster sections. A dry change of clothes will make the ride home more comfortable, especially if you swim or get splashed.

Put sunscreen on before boarding and reapply during the day. Water, glare, wind, and speed can make the sun feel less intense than it is. Keep your camera secure, since the boat is moving and the sea spray is part of the experience.

There is no Wi-Fi, so download anything you need before arriving. Hotel pickup is not included, and the meeting point is Pointe Maurice Jetty in Trou d’Eau Douce.

Should You Book This Speedboat Day?

Book it if you want a private, fast-paced southeast coast adventure with a real beach lunch and room to shape the day around your group. The strongest features are the new boat, attentive skippers such as Brian and Angelo, snorkeling before drinks, and the quiet beach setting at Ile aux Cerfs.

Skip it if $842 for two feels uncomfortable, if you prefer a large shared cruise, or if speedboat motion is likely to bother your back. The price is high, but the combination of privacy, flexibility, island stops, and beach time gives it a clear purpose.

For the right group, this is not just a ride between islands. It is a full day that moves from river and forest to reef, lighthouse, open lagoon, and a BBQ beside clear water. That variety, plus the freedom to avoid a rigid group schedule, is what makes the splurge worthwhile.

FAQ

Where does the speedboat tour start?

The tour starts at Pointe Maurice Jetty in Trou d’Eau Douce, Mauritius.

How long does the activity last?

The activity lasts 390 minutes, or six and a half hours. Arrival back at Pointe Maurice is planned for approximately 3:30 PM.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. The tour is for a private group, and the speedboat can carry up to eight passengers.

What languages are available?

The host or greeter speaks English or French.

What is included in the price?

The price includes the private speedboat trip, a snorkeling session, BBQ lunch, and alcoholic drinks served after snorkeling.

Is hotel pickup included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so you need to make your own way to Pointe Maurice Jetty.

Which places does the boat visit?

The route includes GRSE waterfall, Ile aux Aigrettes, Ile aux Fouquets Lighthouse, Îlot Flamants, La Flibuste, and Ile aux Cerfs.

When are alcoholic drinks served?

Alcoholic drinks are served after snorkeling. If alcoholic drinks are consumed beforehand, management reserves the right to cancel the snorkeling activity.

What should I bring?

Bring sunglasses, swimwear, a change of clothes, a towel, flip-flops, high SPF sunscreen, a hat or cap, and a camera. Smoking is not allowed.