Mauritius · ILE AUX BENITIERS & CRYSTAL ROCK
The 15 best île aux bénitiers & crystal rock trips you can book today, with what each costs a head, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason, so start there.
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.”
Review of Mauritius dolphin snorkeling from Tamarin, Crystal Rock, and Ile aux Bénitiers BBQ lunch, with practical tips, value, and honest drawbacks.
“The guys were amazing, we had great time and a lot of fun together! They care about the marine life”
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.”
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.”
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 ;-)”
Review of Mauritius’ catamaran cruise to Tamarin Bay and Ile aux Bénitiers, with dolphins, Crystal Rock, barbecue lunch, drinks, and transfers.
“The crew was very friendly and helpful, the lunch was delicious. It’s very relaxing experience and everyone could enjoy.”
Swim with dolphins, visit Crystal Rock, snorkel, and enjoy a Creole barbecue on Ile aux Bénitiers for $72 in west Mauritius.
“Une merveilleuse croisière, les guides ont bien pris le temps pour qu’on puisse profiter de chaque moment (nage avec les dauphins, nage à proximité du Cristal Rock et temps libre sur l’île).”
Swim with wild dolphins, snorkel near Crystal Rock, and enjoy a BBQ on Benitier Island during this seven-hour Mauritius speedboat tour.
“La actividad era nado con delfines más snorkel y barbacoa. A pesar de no haber visibilidad y saberlo de antemano la excursión no se canceló con el único objetivo de cobrar. además la excursión era de 7 horas y duró sólo 4 horas. Una estafa en toda regla.”
Review the Océane catamaran cruise from Black River to Ile aux Bénitiers, with dolphins, snorkeling, barbecue lunch, drinks, and practical tips.
“Une expérience inoubliable grâce à la gentillesse de l’équipage qui ne sait pas comment nous rendre plus heureux ! Un très bon repas, copieux et variés! On s’est regalé! La cascade, les macaques, le snorkelling, l’île aux cerfs ( ne pas hésiter à aller marcher plus loin que la plage principale). Un immense merci à vous”
Swim with wild dolphins, snorkel off Mauritius, and enjoy a BBQ on Ile aux Bénitiers in this lively six-hour west coast trip.
“The guides were very friendly and did their best to get near the dolphins. We found it to be a bit of a chase with many boats in one area. The water wasn't real clear so seeing the dolphins was not easy. The bbq lunch was good!”
Review of Mauritius dolphin snorkeling, Crystal Rock, Benitiers Island and BBQ lunch tour, with honest advice on value, crowds and timing.
“For this increased price you will not get absolutely nothing, all excursions are the same, you will swim with dolphins for the same amount of time and the lunch will be the same as everyone else, but you can buy it much cheaper. classic scam for tourists”
Swim with dolphins, snorkel at Crystal Rock, and enjoy halal lunch on Benitiers Island in this early-morning Mauritius speedboat tour.
“No dolphins (understandable, but this boat wasn't really suitable for rougher seas). The boat was too slow (only one engine). Snorkeling at a well-known spot near the hotel, so nothing new. Lunch was fine. Long wait on the island. Promised a second snorkeling trip, but it didn't happen. Returned later than indicated.”
Review of Mauritius’s dolphin swim, speedboat ride, Benitiers Island lunch, snorkeling, timing, value, crowds, and practical tips.
“I had an amazing experience snorkeling with dolphins, enjoying a delicious lunch on Benitiers Island, and speeding through the waters by speedboat. The dolphins were incredible up close, the island lunch was fresh and delightful, and the speedboat added an exciting touch to the adventure. A perfect day—10/10!”
Review of Mauritius dolphin watching, Crystal Rock snorkeling, Ile aux Benitiers barbecue, transport, value, safety, and practical tips.
“Ich hatte ein Speedboot für 8 !!! Personen bestellt. Auf dem Boot waren wir dann 16 !!! Personen. Unmögliche Geschäftgebahren. Englisch habe ich gebucht, gesprochen wurde fast nur französisch. Delphinschwimmen mit 16 Personen unmöglich”
Cruise Mauritius’ west coast to Tamarin Bay and Bénitiers Island with dolphin watching, snorkeling, barbecue lunch, and Crystal Rock views.
“Croisière magnifique à bord du catamaran Océane, un grand merci à l’équipage pour l’ambiance, le service et leur sourire ! Repas parfait de très bon goût. On en gardera de très bon souvenir MERCI !”
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