Wild Dolphin Swim & Curated Southwest Mauritius Experience

Wild Dolphin Swim & Curated Southwest Mauritius Experience

By Bonjour Mauritius

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Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
8h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Please note: the tour is private, except for the wild dolphin swimming portion.

This full-day experience combines Mauritius’ breathtaking marine life with the island’s most spectacular landscapes. Ideal for first-time visitors, couples, families, and nature lovers wanting to experience both the ocean and scenic southwest Mauritius in one unforgettable day.

Enjoy hotel pickup and travel in a comfortable vehicle with your friendly driver as you begin the day on the west coast, where you’ll have the opportunity to swim alongside wild dolphins in their natural habitat.

Continue to some of Mauritius’ most iconic natural wonders. Take in panoramic views from the crater of the dormant Trou aux Cerfs volcano, visit the sacred lake of Grand Bassin, and admire the lush scenery of Black River Gorges National Park and Alexandra Falls.

Next, visit the famous Seven Coloured Earth, with views of the stunning Chamarel Waterfall — the perfect finale to an unforgettable Mauritius adventure.

Activity location

Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth Geopark
- Chamarel, MU

Meeting/Redemption Point

Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth Geopark
- Chamarel, MU

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Wild Dolphin Swim & Curated Southwest Mauritius Experience

8h
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 07:30

Price details

€203.13 x 1 Adult€203.13

Paid at activity€15.05

Total

Until Tue, 26 May

What's included, what's not

Air-conditioned and insured taxi, minibus or coach
A 2.5-hour encounter with wild dolphins in the open sea
Hotel pickup and dropoff
Snorkelling near the coral reef (time permitting - snorkelling gear provided)
Services of a fully licensed, qualified driver
Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth
Lunch or snacks

Know before you book

Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The dolphin portion of this outing is not recommended for pregnant women. All children under 12 years old should be accompanied.
In almost all cases (90%+) you will see the dolphins. However, if this is not the case, a second outing will be offered on the boat free of charge (transport to and from your hotel are not included for the second outing). It’s important to note that there will be no refund once you have completed the activity.
This tour lasts up to eight hours, and you will be able to choose how long you spend at each attraction (except for the dolphin portion). You will be able to stop for lunch but the price of the lunch is not included
Bring swimwear for the dolphin's portion, and comfortable walking shoes for the rest of the tour
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Tamarin Bay

2h

You will start your day with the experience of a lifetime, and one of the most popular activities in Mauritius, swimming with wild dolphins in their natural environment. Once you get on board the speedboat, the professional and qualified skippers will start by briefing you on the important aspects of this experience. You will then head to Tamarin Bay for the dolphin encounter. The skippers will accompany you in the water when it’s your turn to swim with the dolphins. You will enjoy 2.5 hours on the open sea viewing the dolphins and swimming with them. Depending on the amount of time left, you will then go to The Aquarium, a popular snorkelling and diving site with beautiful coral and tropical fish.

Trou aux Cerfs

1h

After swimming with wild dolphins, your driver will take you to discover the Trou aux Cerf volcano. You will be able to enjoy the 360 degree views from the top of the volcano while taking a stroll around the crater. This dormant volcano stands at around 600m above sea level, and on clear days offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the island.

Grand Bassin

1h

Drive by the largest reservoir in Mauritius, the Mare-aux-Vacoas, on the way to Grand Bassin, a tranquil and serene crater lake considered sacred by the Hindu population. Discover the Hindu culture by visiting the temples around the lake and enjoy the peace and quiet of the surroundings. You will also be amazed by the tall statue of Shiva and the view from the highest temple. Be sure to watch out for the monkeys and wildlife. Note: It may not be possible to make this stop in the month of February or March as the area is also a pilgrimage site during the festival of Mahashivaratree.

Black River Gorges National Park

30m

Nature lovers will enjoy the incredible views of the Black River Gorges, the largest national park in Mauritius. Covering an area of 6754 hectares, the park is home to numerous endemic flora and fauna and provides visitors with beautiful hikes, with varying levels of difficulty. During your drive through the park and Plaine des Champagnes, you will also get to stop and admire Alexandra falls and viewpoint, and if they’re in season, like the locals, you’ll want to pick a few goyaves de chine!

Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth Geopark

2h
Admission ticket not included

Visit the popular Chamarel, the coloured earth site, where in addition to the geological wonders of the seven coloured dunes, you can view the Chamarel Falls, the most famous waterfall in Mauritius! And, make sure you stop by the giant tortoise pens before leaving the park!

Location

Activity location

Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth Geopark
- Chamarel, MU

Meeting/Redemption Point

Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth Geopark
- Chamarel, MU

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