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Sail from Pointe Jérôme to Île aux Cerfs on a full-day catamaran: snorkel shallow reefs, relax on a sandbank and enjoy a beachside BBQ. Expect dolphin sightings, optional parasailing and a 7-hour itinerary with snorkeling gear provided.
Sail from Pointe Jérôme to Île aux Cerfs on a full-day catamaran: snorkel shallow reefs, relax on a sandbank and enjoy a beachside BBQ. Expect dolphin sightings, optional parasailing and a 7-hour itinerary with snorkeling gear provided.
Morning at Pointe Jérôme feels kinetic: crew stow coolers, a catamaran yawls out of the marina and the lagoon opens like a room of glass. The hull skims turquoise shallows as palms slide past the shoreline and the smell of charcoal and spices promises the BBQ later.
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Operated by Catamaran Cruises Mauritius · Trou d'Eau Douce, Flacq
Morning at Pointe Jérôme feels kinetic: crew stow coolers, a catamaran yawls out of the marina and the lagoon opens like a room of glass. The hull skims turquoise shallows as palms slide past the shoreline and the smell of charcoal and spices promises the BBQ later.
Geology here is coral-made—shallow lagoons and sandbanks created where reef and current meet—so the island’s sand is fine and the water warms fast. Île aux Cerfs (literally “Island of Deer”) sits off the Flacq coast near the fishing village of Trou d'Eau Douce and has been shaped by local fishing traditions and modern tourism: parasailing, beachfront kiosks and a small golf course complement old-school lagoon life.
Expect a full 7-hour rhythm: morning embarkation (08:30), a passage that may include dolphin sightings, a ladder drop onto the famous sandbank and roughly two hours ashore for snorkeling, swimming or a beachside BBQ. Snorkeling is over shallow reef and seagrass beds—colourful reef fish, occasional rays and juvenile parrotfish are common. Parasailing is an optional add-on on the island.
Practical edge: arrive early (island traffic and morning congestion are real), use reef-safe sunscreen, wear water shoes for rocky reef edges and carry a light layer for wind on the crossing. Bring a refillable bottle—the crew provides drinks but staying hydrated under the tropical sun is your responsibility. Respect the reef: no stepping on coral, avoid litter and follow crew briefings to keep this stretch of lagoon healthy for the next crossing.
easy.
7 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; must be able to climb a boarding ladder and stand during short snorkeling sessions
Yes — snorkels and masks are provided on the cruise; you can bring your own for a better fit.
No — dolphin sightings happen regularly in the bay but are wildlife-dependent and not guaranteed.
Departures are from Pointe Jérôme (meeting 08:30); the embarkation point offers free parking for private vehicles.
A BBQ buffet lunch is included, plus snacks and local beer, wine, Mauritian rum and soft drinks.
Île aux Cerfs sits on shallow reef formations off the Flacq coast; its name reflects historical sightings of deer and the island’s use shifted from local subsistence to recreational tourism in recent decades.
The lagoon’s coral and seagrass beds are sensitive—use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid stepping on coral and follow crew guidance to minimize impact.
Catamaran Cruises Mauritius operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Morning at Pointe Jérôme feels kinetic: crew stow coolers, a catamaran yawls out of the marina and the lagoon opens like a room of glass. The hull skims turquoise shallows as palms slide past the shoreline and the smell of charcoal and spices promises the BBQ later.
Morning at Pointe Jérôme feels kinetic: crew stow coolers, a catamaran yawls out of the marina and the lagoon opens like a room of glass. The hull skims turquoise shallows as palms slide past the shoreline and the smell of charcoal and spices promises the BBQ later.
Geology here is coral-made—shallow lagoons and sandbanks created where reef and current meet—so the island’s sand is fine and the water warms fast. Île aux Cerfs (literally “Island of Deer”) sits off the Flacq coast near the fishing village of Trou d'Eau Douce and has been shaped by local fishing traditions and modern tourism: parasailing, beachfront kiosks and a small golf course complement old-school lagoon life.
Expect a full 7-hour rhythm: morning embarkation (08:30), a passage that may include dolphin sightings, a ladder drop onto the famous sandbank and roughly two hours ashore for snorkeling, swimming or a beachside BBQ. Snorkeling is over shallow reef and seagrass beds—colourful reef fish, occasional rays and juvenile parrotfish are common. Parasailing is an optional add-on on the island.
Practical edge: arrive early (island traffic and morning congestion are real), use reef-safe sunscreen, wear water shoes for rocky reef edges and carry a light layer for wind on the crossing. Bring a refillable bottle—the crew provides drinks but staying hydrated under the tropical sun is your responsibility. Respect the reef: no stepping on coral, avoid litter and follow crew briefings to keep this stretch of lagoon healthy for the next crossing.