Mauritius Full day
West Cruise - Swim with the Dolphins
An early morning departure to meet wild dolphins off the west coast.
Activity
North Cruise: Full Day Îlot Gabriel & Northern Islands Catamaran
A scenic full-day catamaran cruise across the northern lagoon to the pristine white sandbars of Îlot Gabriel, featuring coastal views of Coin de Mire, coral reef snorkeling, an open bar, and a traditional onboard barbecue lunch.
Grand Baie Beach 8H
Trip duration
8H
Location
Grand Baie Beach
Experience type
Catamaran cruise
Overview
Set sail from Grand Baie aboard a spacious catamaran for a relaxed full-day voyage through the turquoise northern waters of Mauritius.
The cruise heads past the dramatic cliffs of Gunner's Quoin (Coin de Mire), an iconic natural sanctuary where colonies of white-tailed tropicbirds glide along basalt rock walls. Continuing further north, the vessel drops anchor between the nature reserves of Flat Island and Îlot Gabriel.
Guests enjoy ample leisure time to disembark onto the pristine sands of Îlot Gabriel, stroll along the famous natural sandbank, swim in tranquil shallow waters, or snorkel among colorful tropical reef fish. At midday, a freshly prepared barbecue buffet lunch is served onboard with seasonal salads, marinated chicken, grilled catch of the day, and fresh fruit, complemented by an open bar with wine, local beer, rum punch, and soft drinks throughout the day. The journey concludes with a leisurely sail back toward Grand Baie.
Highlights
- Full-day catamaran sailing across the northern lagoon from Grand Baie
- Scenic coastal views of Coin de Mire and its soaring tropicbird colonies
- Leisure and swimming time on the pristine white sandbars of Îlot Gabriel
- Snorkeling stops along sheltered coral reef formations
- Freshly prepared BBQ buffet lunch and complimentary open bar on board
What's included
- Full-day catamaran cruise, BBQ buffet lunch (grilled fish, marinated chicken, salads, seasonal fruit), open bar (wine, beer, rum punch, fruit juice, soft drinks, mineral water), and snorkeling gear.
- Snorkelling equipment
- Drinks
- Transfer
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Where you’ll be
The meeting or pick-up point is reconfirmed with your personalised quotation.
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What travellers say
Verified Google Review • Mauritius Private Tour & Driver Service
“Ottima agenzia, sempre disponibili e pronti ad aiutarti ad organizzare al meglio le escursioni. Un ringraziamento speciale a Malini per averci assistito durante tutta la vacanza e al nostro driver Yaasiin che mette nel suo lavoro una passione ed un entusiasmo unici che ti fanno subito innamorare dell’isola." (Translated from Italian: "Outstanding agency, always available and dedicated to organizing the very best excursions. A special thank you to Malini for supporting us throughout our holiday, and to our driver Yaasiin, whose passion and enthusiasm truly make you fall in love with the island.") — Verified Google Review”
Verified Google Review • 9-Day Bespoke Family Tour
“Ci siamo trovati benissimo con l'agente Alessandro che ci ha organizzato alla perfezione il nostro tour di 9 giorni a Mauritius in famiglia ad Agosto. Guide ed autisti sempre puntuali, simpatici e professionali. Location scelte per noi da Alessandro stupende e fortunatamente tempo molto bello anche se il loro inverno. Consiglio vivamente l'agenzia." (Translated from Italian: "We had a wonderful experience with Alessandro, who flawlessly organised our 9-day family tour in Mauritius this August. The guides and drivers were consistently punctual, friendly, and professional. The locations Alessandro selected for us were stunning, and we were fortunate to enjoy beautiful weather despite the local winter. Highly recommend this agency!") — Verified Google Review”
Verified Google Review • Catamaran & Guided Tour with Italian-Speaking Guide
“Desidero ringraziarvi per l’eccellente esperienza a Mauritius. Trasferimento dall’aeroporto puntuale e fluido, tour in catamarano perfetto e cibo di ottimo livello. La guida parlava italiano molto bene, fornendo spiegazioni chiare sulle località visitate: un vero valore aggiunto. Logistica gestita in modo impeccabile, orari rispettati e assistenza sempre disponibile. Con Bliss Holiday abbiamo vissuto la bellezza dell’isola in totale relax e in mani sicure." (Translated from Italian: "Thank you for an exceptional experience in Mauritius. Punctual airport transfer, fantastic catamaran tour, and high-quality lunch. The guide spoke fluent Italian, offering clear explanations that added immense value. Impeccable logistics, perfect timing, and dedicated support. With Bliss Holiday, we enjoyed the island stress-free and in safe hands.") — Verified Customer Review”
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