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The 15 Best Things to Book in Mauritius

310 tours  ·  from $11 a head

A week on one coast, and an island that hands you a different day out from every jetty on it. The 15 below are the days that earn their place, priced and timed, with the full catalogue underneath when you want to go deeper.

Mauritius: Ile Aux Cerfs Catamaran Trip w/ Lunch & Transfer - Sailing the east coast on a 42-foot catamaran
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Mauritius: Ile Aux Cerfs Catamaran Trip w/ Lunch & Transfer

1.Ile Aux Cerfs Catamaran Trip w/ Lunch & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,922 reviews · 7 hours · from $110Our pick

Sail to Ile aux Cerfs from Trou d’Eau Douce with snorkeling, waterfalls, a BBQ lunch, drinks, hotel transfers, and a friendly crew.

“What a fabulous day. Loved the snorkelling also enjoyed the energy the staff had. They were always engaging and attentive. It was so good to see lots of the Island, the transport to and from our apartment was excellent.”

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Mauritius: Full-Day Catamaran Cruise to the Northern Isles - Flat Island’s Beaches and First Snorkeling Stop
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Mauritius: Full-Day Catamaran Cruise to the Northern Isles

2.Full-Day Catamaran Cruise to the Northern Isles

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,798 reviews · 8 hours · from $82

Cruise Mauritius’ Northern Isles by catamaran with snorkeling, white-sand beaches, a BBQ lunch, and a chance to spot turtles or dolphins.

“The trip was great, the guides and crew were all friendly and warm, the islands were amazing. Just be aware that the trip from the mainland to the islands themselves can get quite rough, so you may prefer to sit in the back on the seats, rather than the netting up front where you're more exposed to the sea. We were sat up front and a few waves smashed directly into us. It was quite fun actually but quite rough too, so you'd just want to be aware of that.”

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Île aux Bénitiers: Snorkeling w/Dolphins Boat Tour & Lunch - Speedboat out to the southwest lagoon
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Île aux Bénitiers: Snorkeling w/Dolphins Boat Tour & Lunch

3.Île aux Bénitiers: Snorkeling w/Dolphins Boat Tour & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,635 reviews · 7 hours · from $115

Swim with wild dolphins, snorkel at Crystal Rock, enjoy a beach BBQ, and relax on Île aux Bénitiers with hotel transfers across Mauritius.

“A very early pick up 5.45am and then over an hour wait on the beach for the boat didn't feel like a good start but once we were underway the day was everything we wanted and more. We saw dolphins many times, a pod of between 30-50 ! Unfortunately as soon as we got in the water they ducked away and popped up 30 ft away! Definitely playing with us! The guide was respectful of the dolphins and although it was a case of spot them then try and get a little closer this was done gently. We were also lucky enough to see sea turtles, what amazing majestic creatures…”

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Mauritius: Private Southwest Chamarel Highlights Tour - Trou aux Cerfs and the volcanic beginning
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Mauritius: Private Southwest Chamarel Highlights Tour

4.Private Southwest Chamarel Highlights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,427 reviews · 7h 30m

Explore southwest Mauritius by private car, from Trou aux Cerfs and Grand Bassin to Alexandra Falls, Black River Gorge, and Chamarel’s colored earth.

“We had a wonderful trip in the southwest of Mauritius with our private driver Atish. He drove very safely and smoothly, which was especially important for us as a family with two small children. Along the way, he even added a few “secret” photo stops that we would never have found on our own. That made the tour really special. He also shared a lot of interesting information about the island and explained everything very clearly. He was punctual, very courteous, and took care of everything. Overall, everything was excellent and we would book him again anytime. Highly recommended!”

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Mauritius: Private South-West Nature & Viewpoints with Lunch - Chamarel Waterfall and the island’s volcanic southwest
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Mauritius: Private South-West Nature & Viewpoints with Lunch

Trou d'Eau Douce: 5 Island Adventure with BBQ & Snorkeling - Ile aux Cerfs: the beach everyone expects
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Trou d’Eau Douce: 5 Island Adventure with BBQ & Snorkeling

Mauritius: Private South Tour with Pickup - Curepipe and Floreal: a gentle start in the highlands
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Mauritius: Private South Tour with Pickup

7.Private South Tour with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 940 reviews · 7 hours

Explore Mauritius privately from Trou aux Cerfs to Grand Bassin, waterfalls, and 23 Colored Earth with hotel pickup and a local guide.

“It was fantastic tour! Our guide Paul was calm but informative. Normally trips like that make me sometimes anxious but this one was pure joy! There was no rush and we could see everything we wanted. We truly appreciate super clean and modern car and great guide. Highly recommend!”

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Mauritius: Catamaran Cruise to Ile Aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch - The short run to Cascade Diamamouve
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Mauritius: Catamaran Cruise to Ile Aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch

8.Catamaran Cruise to Ile Aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 925 reviews · 6 hours · from $64

Review of Mauritius’s Ile aux Cerfs catamaran cruise, with waterfall views, snorkeling, BBQ lunch, drinks, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.

“Amazing! Such good hosts constantly providing refreshments. Very good value for money, would recommend to anybody. A beautiful and comfortable day at sea. Snorkelling spot could have been better and would have been good to see the dolphins but that’s not in control I guess!”

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Grand Baie: Catamaran 3 Islands Cruise & Lunch on the Island - Finding the meeting point in Grand Baie
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Grand Baie: Catamaran 3 Islands Cruise & Lunch on the Island

9.Grand Baie: Catamaran 3 Islands Cruise & Lunch on the Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 918 reviews · 7 hours · from $70

Cruise from Grand Baie to Ilot Gabriel, Ile Plate, and Coin de Mire with island BBQ lunch, drinks, snorkeling, and turquoise sea views.

“It was an incredible experience. Beginning from the Captain the entire team was so vibrant and cheerful, their interaction with all customers and updating us every step. We felt very safe with the team. Food was delicious and was catered to all needs, unlimited food and drinks. There's nothing more we could ask on this trip. They gave us enough time in all places”

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Mauritius: Le Morne Mountain Guided Sunrise Hike and Climb - Meeting at Le Morne Public Beach before dawn
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Mauritius: Le Morne Mountain Guided Sunrise Hike and Climb

Hiking Le Morne Brabant - From Wapalapam to the mountain base
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Hiking Le Morne Brabant

11.Hiking Le Morne Brabant

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 661 reviews · from $61Top rated

Review of the guided Le Morne Brabant hike in Mauritius, with practical advice on fitness, scrambling, weather, guides, price, and views.

“This was a great experience. The whether was great, Yudish was a great guide, the views were stunning and it felt great having climbed the mountain. I would highly recommend doing this climb with a guide. While the track itself is pretty clearRead more”

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Black River: Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat - The briefing sets the tone for the dolphin encounter
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Black River: Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat

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

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

Swim with wild dolphins, watch sperm and humpback whales, and snorkel coral reefs on a five-hour speedboat trip from Black River, Mauritius.

“Die Guide did a very good job. We saw everything we wanted to see! Most imported - he took v3r4 good care of the animals. He was very careful and kept a secure distance to the animals! Thank you for that nice experience!”

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Mauritius: Tamarind Falls Highlights 3-Hour Hiking Trip - Meeting at Henrietta and getting ready
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Mauritius: Tamarind Falls Highlights 3-Hour Hiking Trip

Mauritius: Private Full-Day Iconic Instagram Spots - Port Louis and Umbrella Square
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Mauritius: Private Full-Day Iconic Instagram Spots

14.Private Full-Day Iconic Instagram Spots

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 548 reviews · 8 hours · from $135

See Mauritius in one day, from Port Louis markets and Pamplemousses to Ganga Talo, Chamarel Falls, and the Seven Colored Earth.

“The tour covers all the important sightseeing areas. Having transportation included in the service is very convenient. My tour guide was brilliant. Absolutely recommended”

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Mauritius: Exclusive South West Tour - Trou aux Cerfs and the highland view over Curepipe
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Mauritius: Exclusive South West Tour

15.Exclusive South West Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 523 reviews · 7 hours

Review of Mauritius’s private southwest tour, covering Chamarel, Grand Bassin, waterfalls, crater views, costs, guides, and practical tips.

“Nishal was a great guide! He picked us up on time and gave us a perfect tour, providing us with many interesting information on Mauritius and its history. We can hightly recommend the tour.”

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