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Get ready for an unforgettable marine wildlife experience in Mauritius, offering the opportunity to observe dolphins and whales in their natural ocean environment.
Begin on the open waters of the Indian Ocean, where you will have the chance to swim alongside wild dolphins under the guidance of experienced local skippers.
Continue further offshore for a whale watching experience, where you have the chance to encounter humpback and/or sperm whales. This portion of the tour is conducted with a strong emphasis on responsible whale watching, maintaining a safe distance at all times and following international best practices to avoid disrupting natural behaviours.
Throughout the day, your knowledgeable skippers share insights into local marine life while prioritizing safety, sustainability, and ethical wildlife interaction. This is a thoughtfully guided experience designed for those who want to witness Mauritius’ incredible marine ecosystem in a way that respects and protects it.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We pick up at all hotels, B&Bs, apartments on the island. Please let us know which hotel, B&B or apartment you're staying at. Note that this excursion starts at 6:45am on the west coast of the island. Your exact pickup time will depend on where you are staying, but will typically be between 5:00am and 6:15am.
What to expect
- The types of dolphins that you will encounter and their habits
- Guidelines for sustainable dolphin watching
- Security measures on the boat
- Swimming procedures
*Note: The time and order of the dolphin swim and whale watching may vary depending on the behaviour of the animals.
You will then head to Tamarin Bay for the dolphin encounter. The skippers will accompany you in the water when it’s your turn to swim with the dolphins. You will have the chance to view and swim with the dolphins on the open sea. Depending on the amount of time left, you will then go to The Aquarium, a popular snorkelling and diving site with beautiful coral and tropical fish.
Next, start your whale watching tour on the open seas to view these magnificent marine mammals in their natural habitat. Humpback whales can be sighted off the Mauritian coast between July and September/October when they move from the South pole to warmer seas near the equator, while the Sperm whales can be observed all year round.
Additional info
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- In almost all cases (at least 90%), you will see dolphins, but if this is not the case, a second outing will be offered on the boat free of charge for the dolphin viewing only (2.5 hours). It’s important to note that there will be no refund once you have completed the activity
- There is a 60% chance that you will see whales, but if that is not the case, the local tour operator is unable to provide a refund due to the high fuel costs, so please consider this before making a booking
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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