Spend a relaxed half-day on a spacious catamaran exploring Île aux Cerfs, snorkelling turquoise reef flats, visiting the Grand River South East waterfall, and enjoying a beachfront BBQ. Ideal for families and snorkelers, this cruise departs from Pointe des Régates in Mahébourg.
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The catamaran eases out of Mahébourg harbor and the lagoon opens like a bright, shallow bowl of turquoise that dares you to dive in. Sea spray cools your face as the crew trims sails and the shoreline of Grand Port slips astern; palms lean toward the water as if to watch the boat pass.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6–6.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be able to climb a small ladder and swim short distances.
Wildlife
History
Île de la Passe and nearby islets were strategic during colonial naval conflicts; local settlements grew around the Grand Port bay in the 18th–19th centuries.
Conservation
Stick to marked swimming areas, avoid touching coral, and use reef-safe sunscreen; operators typically follow no-litter practices to protect the lagoon.
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Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Coral beds are sensitive—use reef-safe SPF and reapply after swimming to protect marine life and your skin.
Medicate for seasickness if needed
Open-water crossings can be choppy; take motion-sickness tablets an hour before departure if you get queasy.
Secure valuables in a dry pouch
Phone, cash and small cameras should go in a waterproof pouch when on deck or in the water.
Wear reef-safe footwear
Sandy beaches hide sharp coral and rock; water shoes make getting in and out of shallow reefs safer.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and coral—apply before boarding and after each swim.
summer
Waterproof phone pouch
Keeps electronics dry while taking photos on deck or in shallow water.
Quick-dry swimwear and towel
Comfortable for snorkeling and drying off on board after the swim.
Light windbreaker or sarong
Early mornings or late afternoons can be breezy; a light layer adds comfort.
winter