Mauritius · SPEEDBOAT TRIPS
A speedboat buys you time: the same islands as the catamarans, reached in a quarter of the crossing. These 15 runs differ on how many stops they fit into that saved hour, with prices and boat sizes below.
Swim with wild dolphins, watch sperm and humpback whales, and snorkel coral reefs on a respectful five-hour speedboat trip in Mauritius.
“Everything was great, we saw whales, swam with dolphins without hurting or scaring them.”
Review of Mauritius’s 7-hour speedboat tour to Île aux Cerfs, with snorkeling, lighthouse, waterfall, beach BBQ, drinks, and local guides.
“Best tour I did in Mauritius! So worth the money!! Extremely good guides, delicious (and unlimited) drinks and they make sure you get to see all of the places without the hordes of tourists you see on other boats. The food was truly amazing and our spot on the beach was super secluded. Paradise!!!”
Swim with dolphins off Mauritius, snorkel at Crystal Rock, enjoy an island BBQ, and compare the real value, limits, and practical tips.
“Top guides! He told us to dive at the perfect timing. I have got the dolphins right in front of me. 🤩”
Speed across Mauritius to Ile aux Cerfs, see GRSE waterfall, enjoy a beach BBQ, and swim in clear lagoons on this five-hour tour.
“Troppo tempo a pranzo Sarebbe meglio più tempo nell’isola dei cervi”
Review of Mauritius’s 5-island speedboat tour with snorkeling, sea turtles, waterfall views, beach BBQ, open bar, and small groups.
“guide pilote bateau tres sympa et explication parfaite du délai au depart rdv 07h55 depart a 08h50... sinon repas tres bon et copieux,decouverte par la mer ou sur terre des îles,snorkeling dans un aquarium géant!!!”
Swim with wild dolphins off Tamarin Beach on a two-hour speedboat trip with snorkeling gear, drinks, mountain views, and Captain Jerome.
“The fruit juices mentioned in the service were the only thing missing. But great activity! We were really impressed. An unforgettable moment”
Ride a speedboat from Flic en Flac to swim near dolphins, see Crystal Rock, enjoy a barbecue on Ile aux Benitiers, and view Le Morne.
“Très satisfaite de cette activité, j’avais pris le transport avec, il est arrivé à l’heure. Nous avons attendu 10 minutes que tous les monde arrivent. Dans le speedboat, Nous étions une petite +/-18 de personnes enfants inclus. c’était pas surchargé mais il n’en fallait pas plus. Direction les dauphins. On se retrouve en effet autour d’un amas de bateau, mais notre guide a préféré laisser la full passer plutôt que d’étouffer les dauphins. Nous avons eu la chance de pouvoir nager avec. Puis direction le lagon avec de sublimes poissons. L’eau n’était pas très clair car il avait plus la veille mais très satisfaisant quand même, on a nager avec…”
Review of Mauritius’s Blue Bay speedboat trip to Ile aux Cerfs, with snorkeling, lighthouse ruins, waterfall, BBQ, drinks, and practical tips.
“Super excursion des spots de plongée parfait. On aurait juste aimé rester un peu plus sur l ile aux cerfs”
Chase wild dolphins from La Preneuse, swim in a Mauritian lagoon, and snorkel with quality gear on this lively two-hour speedboat tour.
“Fantastic trip, guides were really good and helpful in finding the dolphins. If you book this remember they are wild animals and don’t stop for a photo shoot so be prepared to swim as fast as you can for a a couple mins to keep up with them. Also as a note they swim about 3m under the surface so don’t expect that as surface level”
Review of Mauritius’s Ile aux Cerfs speedboat tour, with waterfall views, beach time, barbecue lunch, costs, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“L’excursion à l’Île aux Cerfs est globalement une belle expérience, mais il faut savoir que l’île est très touristique et un peu surcotée. Les plages sont jolies, mais ne correspondent pas forcément aux images de plages paradisiaques qu’on voit souvent sur les photos promotionnelles. La sortie jusqu’à la cascade est vraiment sympa, avec la présence de quelques singes qui ajoutent un petit côté sauvage à la visite. Le repas proposé était très bon, un vrai point positif de la journée. En revanche, l’organisation pour quitter l’île est un peu compliquée : il y a énormément de bateaux et de prestataires différents, ce qui rend parfois difficile de savoir exactement quelle…”
Review of Mauritius’s Ile aux Cerfs speedboat trip, with hotel transfers, GRSE waterfalls, beach time, BBQ lunch, drinks, and live music.
“Day trip was very relaxing since there was no hurry to visit other places. The vegetarian food was ample and with good taste.”
Swim with dolphins off Mauritius, snorkel coral reefs, and enjoy a small speedboat trip from La Preneuse for $47.
“Great experience, excellent guides and saw lots of dolphins. Got close enough to almost touch them.”
Review of Mauritius’ Ile aux Cerfs speedboat trip, with private hotel transfers, GRSE waterfall, BBQ lunch, drinks, and island time.
“Overpriced / tour Lasted only from 9h30 till 15h no drinks included except for lunch / very limited time on the boat”
Speed across Mauritius’ east coast to waterfalls, historic islands, coral reefs and Île aux Cerfs, with a BBQ lunch and drinks included.
“excellente activité... Tout etait bien juste un peu plus de temps ...je recommande.. excellente journée et belles rencontres”
Review of Mauritius’ Île aux Cerfs speedboat tour, with mangroves, GRSE Waterfalls, beach time, BBQ lunch, drinks, costs, and practical tips.
“Escursione troppo troppo turistica. L’isola dei cervi è molto bella, ma chi come me ha la macchina ed ha visto tutte le spiagge dell’isola, forse non vale la pena. Il tutto si svolge con un trasferimento terra ferma isola, 3 ore liberi e poi visita di una piccola cascata e pranzo in un isolotto, molto Mr. Robinson.”
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