Mauritius · DOLPHIN WATCHING

Dolphin Watching in Mauritius: The 15 Best Boats

66 tours  ·  from $49 a head

Spinner pods rest inshore off the west coast at first light and move out to deep water by mid morning, which is why every one of these leaves around six. The 15 below are compared on departure point, group size and whether you get in the water.

Île aux Bénitiers: Snorkeling w/Dolphins Boat Tour & Lunch - Searching for dolphins in the open sea
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Île aux Bénitiers: Snorkeling w/Dolphins Boat Tour & Lunch

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

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

Swim with wild dolphins, snorkel at Crystal Rock, enjoy a beach BBQ, and relax on Île aux Bénitiers during this full-day Mauritius tour.

“We had a great day with our guides Lulu and Kevin. I can highly recommend the tour. Swimming with the dolphins was incredible and the barbecue on the island was very lovely.”

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Black River: Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat - The dolphin briefing matters
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Black River: Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat

2.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 reefs on a respectful five-hour speedboat trip in Mauritius.

“It was an amazing experience and most importantly a good company. They were respectful to nature and prioritise animals over tourists and their money because other companies let people swim with whales even if it's illegal and I’m glad that this was not the case.”

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Tamarin: Dolphin Snorkel, CrystalRock, ile o Benitiers Lunch - Swimming with dolphins in Tamarin Bay
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Tamarin: Dolphin Snorkel, CrystalRock, ile o Benitiers Lunch

Lydia Boat Mauritius :Private boat tour:Whales&Dolphins encounter - Looking for dolphins before the crowds
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Lydia Boat Mauritius :Private boat tour:Whales&Dolphins encounter

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 409 reviews · from $225.93Top rated

Review of Lydia Boat Mauritius, a private dolphin and whale tour with snorkeling, seafood barbecue, drinks, and Benitier Island views.

“Thank you guys for an exceptional nature & culinary experience and the most friendly and knowledgeable service! Our family of four could not have hoped for more. All the best for you🤗”

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Whale Dream ltd - Whales watching and swim with dolphins - Whale watching with firm boundaries
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Whale Dream ltd – Whales watching and swim with dolphins

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 308 reviews · from $741.51 for up to 4

Review of Whale Dream Mauritius, a private sunrise boat trip with sperm whales, dolphins, snorkeling, snacks, and ethical wildlife rules.

“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”

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Black River: Swim with Dolphin Speed Boat Tour with lunch - Meeting dolphins without turning the sea into a chase
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Black River: Swim with Dolphin Speed Boat Tour with lunch

6.Swim with Dolphin Speed Boat Tour with lunch

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

Swim with dolphins off Mauritius, snorkel at Crystal Rock, enjoy a BBQ on Île aux Bénitiers, and ride a fast speedboat for $74.

“We had to wait for boat for a while at start but rest of day was perfect. My daughter swam with dolphins - a dream come true for her! I loved the snorkelling and the island”

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Tamarin: Guided Kayak Tour with Dolphins - Meeting the guide and getting on the water
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Tamarin: Guided Kayak Tour with Dolphins

7.Guided Kayak Tour with Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 190 reviews · 2h 30m · from $64

Review of Mauritius’s Tamarin kayak tour, with sunrise views, dolphin sightings, river wildlife, pricing, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.

“We were lucky to see the dolphins, which was amazing. But even just kayaking in the bay and on the river was really nice. We also got a crash course on the island’s mountains and a bit of history. This experience was much more authentic and peaceful than being on a speedboat to watch dolphins!”

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Dolphin Encounters, Ile aux Benitier & Crystal rock: Full-Day (Lunch & Transfer) - Reaching Flic en Flac and Tamarin by road
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Dolphin Encounters, Ile aux Benitier & Crystal rock: Full-Day (Lunch & Transfer)

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 148 reviews · from $111.96

Review of Mauritius dolphin encounters, Crystal Rock, Ile aux Benitiers, lunch, boat transfers, costs, tips, and dolphin welfare concerns.

“The swimming with dolphins and the snorkeling was fantastic! The skipper’s were really good and the lunch and the free time on the island were great. We spend a wonderful day on this excursion.”

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Mauritius: Snorkel and Swim with Dolphins on Speedboat Tour - The speedboat ride into open water
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Mauritius: Snorkel and Swim with Dolphins on Speedboat Tour

Speedboat to Ile aux Benitier: Dolphin Encounter & Lunch - Starting at Flic en Flac and getting on the speedboat
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Speedboat to Ile aux Benitier: Dolphin Encounter & Lunch

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

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

Review of Mauritius dolphin encounter, speedboat ride, Crystal Rock, Benitiers Island barbecue, snorkeling, costs, and practical tips.

“À l’abordage aux dauphins au milieu de 30 bateaux, puis un arrêt snorkeling dans un endroit inintéressant. ensuite 3 x le tour de crystal rock et pour finir grillades de poulet / poisson / saucisses de poulet et salade sur l’île au benitier. Boissons comprises uniquement pendant le repas.”

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Île aux Bénitiers: Swim with Dolphins & BBQ Lunch

12.Île aux Bénitiers: Swim with Dolphins & BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 126 reviews · from $135

Review of Mauritius’ dolphin swim, reef snorkeling, and Île aux Bénitiers BBQ, with practical advice on value, timing, ethics, and comfort.

“Younnes was a great guide, super friendly, respectful, and attentive, and he totally exceeded our expectations. The tour was awesome, unforgettable. Thanks, I'd love to do it again ;-)”

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Mauritius: Ocean Swim with Dolphins - The 30-minute speedboat ride to Black River
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Mauritius: Ocean Swim with Dolphins

13.Ocean Swim with Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 125 reviews · 6 hours · from $93

Review of Mauritius dolphin swim, snorkeling, Crystal Rock, and BBQ on Île aux Bénitiers, with honest advice on value and dolphin welfare.

“Aucun respect des dauphins L’activité est vendue pour du petit groupe , nous étions 25. Quant au déroulement de l’activité, c’est honteux : départ 8h, 20 min de chasse aux dauphins et 20 min de snorkling dans un lieu blindé de monde où les bateaux font des concours de gaz. 3h sur l’île aux benitiers sur laquelle il n’y a rien à voir hormis se baigner au milieu des gaz d’échappement des bateaux.”

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Mauritius Le Morne: Eco-Friendly Dolphin Watching Tour - Meeting the captain before the boat heads out
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Mauritius Le Morne: Eco-Friendly Dolphin Watching Tour

La Preneuse: Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Speedboat Tour - A fast 20-minute run along the coast
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La Preneuse: Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Speedboat Tour

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