Belle Mare Watersports & Blue Bay Marine Park — Parasail, Undersea Walk & Mahebourg Culture
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
7–8 hours
Fitness Level
Light to moderate fitness; be comfortable boarding small boats and participating in short high‑energy water activities.
Overview
A single day that pairs high-adrenaline watersports in Belle Mare with snorkeling at Blue Bay Marine Park and a cultural circuit through Mahebourg’s museums and market. Expect parasailing, an undersea walk, tube riding, a guided museum visit and a local lunch.
Belle Mare Watersports & Blue Bay Marine Park — Parasail, Undersea Walk & Mahebourg Culture
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The day begins with the sea already working—laps of turquoise stretching toward a rim of reef that keeps the ocean’s moods polite. At Belle Mare, the boat engine’s hum mixes with seabirds and the tang of salt; the guide checks harnesses and explains the sequence with practiced calm. In ten minutes you’ll be off the launch platform, lifted in a parasail over a lagoon whose shallows turn from mint to deep aquamarine like pages flipped in an atlas.
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Adventure Tips
Bring reef‑safe sunscreen
The coral ecosystems here are sensitive—use reef‑safe sunscreen and reapply after swimming.
Wear water shoes
Non‑slip water shoes make boarding, tube rides and walking rocky shorelines far more comfortable.
Morning departures for calmer seas
If you’re prone to seasickness or want the best visibility for snorkeling, request an early pickup.
Declare medical conditions
Undersea walking has medical restrictions—tell the operator about respiratory or ear problems before you go.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Reef fish (butterflyfish, surgeonfish)
- Tropical seabirds (terns, noddies)
History
The southeast coast contains the site of Mauritius’s earliest Dutch settlement and saw key naval battles; museums in Mahebourg display artifacts from colonial shipwrecks and local archaeology.
Conservation
Blue Bay is a regulated marine park—activities are supervised to protect corals and seagrasses; follow guide instructions and avoid touching reef life.
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Recommended Gear
Reef‑safe sunscreen
Protects coral life and your skin during long sun exposure on the lagoon.
summer specific
Water shoes
Grip and protection for boarding boats, rocky shores and the tube ride.
all specific
Light rain jacket
Island showers can appear year‑round; a packable rain jacket keeps you dry between stops.
winter specific
Swimsuit & quick‑dry towel
You’ll be in and out of the water—quick drying gear speeds transitions and keeps you comfortable.
summer specific