On the Water
Boat Charters in Mauritius
Private catamarans, speedboats and island-hopping trips.
Editorial
The best way to see Mauritius is from the water
From full-day catamaran trips to intimate sunset cruises, Mauritius waters are best explored by boat. Swim in hidden lagoons, snorkel pristine reefs, and watch dolphins in their natural habitat.
What's included
Snorkelling
Masks, fins and snorkels provided
BBQ Lunch
Freshly grilled seafood on board or on the island
Open Bar
Drinks included throughout the day
Types of charter
Catamaran
Stable and spacious. Perfect for groups and families. Most popular option.
Speedboat
Fast transfers and private island hops. Smaller groups.
Glass-Bottom Boat
View the reef without getting wet. Great for families with young children.
Fishing Boats
Deep-sea big game fishing for marlin, tuna and wahoo.
Popular routes
Northern Islands
Ile Plate, Coin de Mire, Gabriel Island — calm lagoon waters.
Ile aux Cerfs
The east coast island — white sand and turquoise water.
Blue Bay Marine Park
South coast — snorkelling over pristine coral gardens.
20 Charter Operators
Blue Bay Glass-Bottom Boat Tour
A 30-minute glass-bottom boat tour over the Blue Bay Marine Park coral reef — one of the best-preserved reefs in the Indian Ocean, accessible without getting wet.
Blue Lagoon Cruises
Glass-bottom boat and snorkelling catamaran trips from Trou aux Biches — the best reef access on the north-west coast with a specialist marine guide on board.
Catamaran Day Trip to the North Islands
A full-day catamaran cruise from Grand Baie visiting Flat Island, Gabriel Island, and the Amber Island lagoon, with snorkelling, lunch on board, and unlimited drinks.
Emeraude Catamaran
Family-friendly catamaran day trips from Grand Baie — north island circuit with snorkelling, fresh seafood lunch on board, and afternoon swimming stops.
Grand Baie Sailing Club Charters
Membership and charter sailing from Grand Baie — the island's oldest sailing club with crewed and bareboat charters, racing days, and learn-to-sail programmes.
Île aux Cerfs Day Trip by Speedboat
A speedboat transfer from Trou d'Eau Douce to Île aux Cerfs — the most famous island beach in Mauritius — with swimming, snorkelling, and optional water sports on the island.
Isla Mauritia Charters
Private and group boat charters from Mahebourg — Blue Bay marine park snorkelling, Ile aux Aigrettes, and Ile aux Cerfs day trips from the south-east.
Kapten Sails
Luxury sailing catamaran charters from Black River — the west coast's finest trips, dolphin watching at Tamarin Bay, and private overnight sailing.
Le Morne Water Sports and Charters
Boat charters and water sports on the south-west lagoon at Le Morne — parasailing, banana boat, jet ski, and private catamaran hire against the iconic peak.
Mauritius Catamaran Cruises
Full-day and half-day catamaran cruises from multiple departure points — the best value group sailing trips with snorkelling, Creole lunch, and hotel transfers.
Mauritius Dhow Sunset Cruise
Sunset and evening cruises on a traditional Mauritian dhow — a uniquely local sailing experience along the west coast as the sun drops into the Indian Ocean.
O'Charters Mauritius
Private catamaran and speedboat charters from Grand Baie — full-day island trips, snorkelling, dolphin watching, and bespoke private cruises.
Private Island Picnic Cruise
Exclusive private island picnic cruises — a crewed boat takes you to an uninhabited islet for a private beach day with barbecue, hammock, and snorkelling.
Rodrigues Island Sailing Charter
Multi-day sailing passages from Mauritius to Rodrigues Island — 560km across the open Indian Ocean on a crewed sailing yacht.
Speed Bird Charters
Fast speedboat charters from Flic en Flac — water sports tours, fishing trips, island hops, and private hire on the west coast.
Sun Charter Mauritius
Crewed catamaran charters from Trou aux Biches — day trips to the northern islands, private sunset cruises, and snorkelling over the coral reef.
Sunrise Fishing and Charter
Sports fishing and charter boats from Black River — big game fishing, bottom fishing, and combined fishing and snorkelling day trips from the west coast.
Sunset Cruise Mauritius
A 3-hour evening catamaran or dhow cruise along the west coast as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean, with cocktails, canapés, and live music.
Turquoise Charters Belle Mare
Private catamaran and motorboat charters from Belle Mare — Ile aux Cerfs day trips, east coast snorkelling, and bespoke cruising on the stunning east coast lagoon.
Yacht Adventures Mauritius
Luxury sailing yacht charters from Grand Baie — bareboat and crewed yachts for couples, small groups, and corporate hospitality on the Mauritian lagoon.
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