Best Mauritius Speedboat Tours — Our Top 15

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 595 reviews · 5 hours · from $129 a head Our pick

Set out from Grande Riviere Noire on a speedboat carrying up to 14 people and two skippers. After a wildlife briefing, swim with spinner and bottlenose dolphins, watch whales from the boat only, and finish at a coral reef. English and French guides, gear, drinks, and lifejackets are included.

“The activity was brilliant. We were unlucky with the weather on the original day that we booked but the lovely representative helped us secure spaces on the following day and woke up at 5am to update us on the weather. The guides on the day were amazing. I am 6 months pregnant and they went out of their way to make sure I was comfortable throughout the trip amd enjoying myself. We saw whales and my husband swam with dolphins. I could not recommend this trip more highly, it is a brilliant day out and a great company.”

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2.Full-Day Speedboat Tour to Ile aux Cerfs & BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 429 reviews · 7 hours · from $147 a head

Spend seven hours with guides such as Hans, Giovanni, or Nathaniel on a fast, comfortable speedboat from Shandrani Beach. Snorkel over coral, see the d’Alblair wreck and Ile aux Fouquets Lighthouse, visit Grand River South East waterfall, then enjoy a chicken and fish BBQ on Ile aux Cerfs. Soft drinks, beer, and rum are included.

“It was amazing, this tour has everything! We had a blast of a day, would do it anytime again. Definitely worth the Money (a bargain for what you get)!”

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3.Black River: Swim with Dolphin Speed Boat Tour with lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 279 reviews · 6h 30m · from $74 a head

Join a small speedboat group of up to 15 people from Flic en Flac for dolphin watching and swimming, Crystal Rock snorkeling, and a BBQ lunch with drinks on Île aux Bénitiers. Guides such as Brian and Steven have been praised for patient, wildlife-conscious handling. Bring a towel and expect wet, slippery boat conditions.

“the entire activity, with the comfort of the speed boat, the enthusiasm of the staff, the punctuality and the delicious food, it was a great day. we got to see numerous dolphins in their natural habitat.”

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4.Speedboat Tour to Ile aux Cerfs with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 158 reviews · 5 hours · from $64 a head

Meet outside Chez Tino Restaurant in Trou d'Eau Douce for a five-hour speedboat outing to Ile aux Cerfs. You will visit the GRSE waterfall, walk white-sand beaches, swim in bright lagoons, and eat a beach BBQ with drinks included. French and English are spoken.

“Troppo tempo a pranzo Sarebbe meglio più tempo nell’isola dei cervi”

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5.5 Islands Speedboat w/Snorkeling Sea Turtle + Lunch & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 156 reviews · 9 hours · from $125 a head

Set out from Trou d’Eau Douce in a speedboat limited to eight people. Visit Ile aux Cerfs, Grand River South East, Ile aux Phares, Blue Bay Marine Park, Ile aux Aigrettes, and nearby islets. You’ll snorkel, look for turtles and dolphins, eat a beach BBQ, and enjoy included drinks. Private boats may be available for groups of four or more.

“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!!!”

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6.Snorkel and Swim with Dolphins on Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 147 reviews · from $49 a head

Meet your captain and guide at Tamarin Beach for a safety briefing, then ride by speedboat into the open sea to watch dolphins and enter the water when conditions allow. You will use provided snorkeling gear and a life vest, with drinks served onboard. Captain Jérôme is praised for his calm, professional handling. The active format suits confident swimmers.

“The fruit juices mentioned in the service were the only thing missing. But great activity! We were really impressed. An unforgettable moment”

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7.Speedboat to Ile aux Benitier: Dolphin Encounter & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 144 reviews · 6 hours · from $70 a head

Meet your skipper at Flic en Flac for a six-hour west-coast outing. After a safety and dolphin-watching briefing, you will spend up to 2.5 hours on the open ocean, then visit Crystal Rock and Ile aux Benitiers. A barbecue lunch, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, snorkeling, and an optional hotel transfer are included.

“Nager avec les dauphins, faie du snorkeleng prés,de la barrière de corail, le repas sur l'ile aux bénitiers...tout état top! in”

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8.From Blue Bay: Ile aux Cerfs Speedboat Excursion with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 118 reviews · 7 hours · from $106 a head

Set out from Blue Bay at 9:30 on a seven-hour speedboat trip with snorkeling in the Blue Bay Marine Park, Ile aux Fouquets lighthouse, Grand River South East waterfall, and Ile aux Cerfs. Your $106 includes equipment, a fish and chicken BBQ, vegetarian meals by request, and drinks. English and French guides lead the day.

“Deux skippers qui prennent soins de la clientèle, avec un bateau confortable et non surchargé. Malgré le temps capricieux, ils ont réussi à nous faire passer une super journée. Le repas du midi est également délicieux.”

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9.La Preneuse: Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 92 reviews · 2 hours · from $58 a head

From La Preneuse Beach, join a French- or English-speaking skipper for a two-hour speedboat outing. Search for wild dolphins, swim if conditions allow, then snorkel among reef fish, lionfish, and perhaps an octopus. Guides such as Feliciano, Andy, and Miguel are praised for their friendly help and eye for good encounters.

“What an excellent experience. Nice boat, clear communication regarding pick-up and meeting points and friendly boatcrew. Super snorkelling with dolphins gave us an once in a lifetime experience with extremely close encounters to these magnificent creatures. I give this boat and crew my best reccomendations for anyone wanting to have a good and eco-friendly tour to the dolphins of Mauritius”

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10.Ile aux Cerfs: Island & Waterfall Speedboat Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 62 reviews · 6 hours · from $55 a head

Travel by speedboat from Trou d’Eau Douce to Grand River South East waterfall, Ile aux Cerfs, and Ilot Mangenie. You’ll swim, relax on sandy beaches, enjoy a barbecue lunch with drinks, and return by boat. French, English, Urdu, Hindi, and Arabic support is available.

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11.La Preneuse: Dolphin Swimming and Snorkeling Speedboat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 54 reviews · 2h 30m · from $47 a head Best value

Meet your guide at La Preneuse Beach at 7:30 a.m. for a 150-minute speedboat trip along west Mauritius. You will look for dolphins in their natural habitat, enter the water when conditions are right, and snorkel with provided equipment. Small groups may be available, and private trips can tailor the outing.

“Great experience, excellent guides and saw lots of dolphins. Got close enough to almost touch them.”

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12.5 Islands of the East Speedboat Tour with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 41 reviews · 7 hours · from $88 a head

Spend seven hours on Mauritius’ east coast with a captain and English or French-speaking guide. Cruise mangroves, visit Grand River South East Waterfall, pass historic islands, snorkel near Île aux Aigrettes, and enjoy a BBQ with local drinks near Île aux Cerfs. Guides such as Kenny and John have earned praise for warm service and clear explanations.

“excellente activité... Tout etait bien juste un peu plus de temps ...je recommande.. excellente journée et belles rencontres”

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13.Ile aux Cerfs Speedboat Tour with Lunch & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 41 reviews · 6 hours · from $65 a head

You’ll ride a speedboat from Trou d’Eau Douce through mangroves to Grand River South East Waterfalls, then spend several hours on Île aux Cerfs. The $65 tour includes a beachside BBQ, drinks, a local guide, and life jacket. Hotel transfers, snorkeling, and water sports cost extra.

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14.Benitier Island – Swim Dolphins – Speedboat & BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 40 reviews · 7 hours · from $88 a head

Set out from Tamarin on a small-group speedboat with an English or French-speaking guide. Look for spinner and bottlenose dolphins, snorkel near coral reefs, pass Crystal Rock, then enjoy free time and a BBQ lunch on Île aux Bénitiers. Guides Gael and Éloïc have been praised for their care, though dolphin encounters can be crowded.

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15.5 Islands Speedboat Cruise incl. Snorkeling in Blue Bay + Lunch at Ile aux Cerfs

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 40 reviews · from $110 a head

Join Island Cove Mauritius for a seven-hour east-coast speedboat trip capped at 18 people. You’ll visit Ile aux Cerfs, Ile aux Fouquets, Ile aux Aigrettes, Blue Bay Marine Park, and Grand River South East, with snorkeling gear, lunch, snacks, drinks, and an open bar included. Skipper Andy has earned warm praise for his energy.

“The energy and the sympathy of the skipper Andy, beautiful experience. I enjoy every single moment of the day.”

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