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10 Best Dolphin Watching Tours In Mauritius

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The 10 best dolphin watching tours in Mauritius. What to expect from each, who runs it, and what you'll pay before you book.

10 Best Dolphin Watching Tours In Mauritius

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

Île aux Bénitiers: Snorkeling w/Dolphins Boat Tour & Lunch - Swimming with dolphins: the rules, the reality, and the vibe

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

Most Popular★ 4.0

Dolphin swim in Mauritius’ southwest lagoon, snorkel Crystal Rock, then BBQ lunch on Île aux Bénitiers with hotel pickup and gear.

“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…”

1,635 reviews7 hoursFrom $115by Freshverde Holidays

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Black River: Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat

Black River: Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat - The Dolphin Swim Briefing and Approach Rules (Why It’s More Than Safety Talk)

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

★ 4.5

Swim with spinner and bottlenose dolphins off Mauritius’ Black River, then spot whales from a speedboat and snorkel the reef.

“The guides were very good at explaining everything. We were lucky enough to see dolphins and whales. We got to swim with the dolphins. Boat was comfortable and had drinks and a toilet.”

595 reviews5 hoursFrom $129by Dolswim LTD

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Tamarin: Dolphin Snorkel, CrystalRock, ile o Benitiers Lunch

Tamarin: Dolphin Snorkel, CrystalRock, ile o Benitiers Lunch - Speedboat Ride and Snorkel Gear: What Happens Before the Dolphins

Lydia Boat Mauritius :Private boat tour:Whales&Dolphins encounter

Lydia Boat Mauritius :Private boat tour:Whales&Dolphins encounter - The early dolphin encounter: why the 7:30-ish hours start fast

4.Lydia Boat Mauritius :Private boat tour:Whales&Dolphins encounter

★ 5.0

Private speedboat dolphin and whale encounter in Mauritius with early swims, snorkeling at Crystal Rock, oyster tastings, and seafood BBQ.

“The tour was amazing. Navy & Rino went out of their way to make sure we saw whales & dolphins, and ensured our comfort and safety at all times. The seafood lunch they prepared was easily the best meal we had over our 2 weeks in Mauritius, and we will never forget the fresh grilled…”

409 reviewsFrom $225.93by Lydia Boat Exclusive Boat Tour

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Whale Dream ltd – Whales watching and swim with dolphins

Whale Dream ltd - Whales watching and swim with dolphins - How the hydrophone hunt improves your odds at sea

5.Whale Dream ltd – Whales watching and swim with dolphins

★ 5.0

Half-day whale and dolphin tour off Mauritius with early 6am hydrophone spotting, ethical encounters, dolphin swimming, and snorkeling gear.

“Had the most amazing once in a lifetime experience with Whale Dream. We were lucky to spot an entire family of whales. The best part was that the crew was very respectful of the whales and kept a distance from them. While there are other Read more”

308 reviewsFrom $741.51by Whale Dream - Swim with Dolphins and Whale watching excursions in Mauritius

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Black River: Swim with Dolphin Speed Boat Tour with lunch

Black River: Swim with Dolphin Speed Boat Tour with lunch - The dolphin swimming part: the rules matter more than the hype

Tamarin: Guided Kayak Tour with Dolphins

Tamarin: Guided Kayak Tour with Dolphins - Sunrise paddle: Tamarin Beach to Tamarin Bay in 150 minutes

7.Tamarin: Guided Kayak Tour with Dolphins

★ 4.5

Early sunrise kayak off Mauritius in Tamarin Bay to spot spinner and bottlenose dolphins, with a river backup route if none appear.

“Fantastic experience to observe dolphins by kayak, way way better than going through boats that are ruining environment and experience afterwards. Jeremy was a amazing local guide. Strongly recommend”

190 reviews2.5 hoursFrom $64by Nature Discoveries ltd

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Dolphins Encounter and Whale Watching

Dolphins Encounter and Whale Watching - Dolphin Encounter at Dolswim: Rules, Respect, and Real-Time Control

8.Dolphins Encounter and Whale Watching

★ 4.5

Swim with wild dolphins and listen for whales by hydrophone on a small-group speedboat morning in Mauritius. Snorkel, soft drinks included.

“Very lucky trip!! For dolphins there are a lot of people seeking and following. So when they diving into the water, the dolphins will disapper. For the whales we saw around 6 ! Very close and shocked! We will suggest Dolswim!”

153 reviewsFrom $116.31by Dolswim Ltd

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Dolphin Encounters, Ile aux Benitier & Crystal rock: Full-Day (Lunch & Transfer)

Dolphin Encounters, Ile aux Benitier & Crystal rock: Full-Day (Lunch & Transfer) - Crystal Rock near Le Morne: snorkelling with a view

9.Dolphin Encounters, Ile aux Benitier & Crystal rock: Full-Day (Lunch & Transfer)

★ 4.0

Mauritius full-day boat tour: dolphin swim, Crystal Rock snorkeling, Ile aux Benitiers BBQ lunch, hotel transfer from Trou d'Eau Douce.

“From start to finish this was a fantastic excursion and worth every penny! From the transfer to the lunch on the island with some of the best fish we have ever tried. The transfer was on time for pick up and on return back to the hotel, the two guides on the boat were entertaining…”

148 reviewsFrom $111.96by Freshverde Holidays

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Mauritius: Snorkel and Swim with Dolphins on Speedboat Tour

Mauritius: Snorkel and Swim with Dolphins on Speedboat Tour - Meeting on the beach: the briefing that sets expectations

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