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Spend a private day aboard a powered catamaran from Pointe d’Esny exploring five offshore islands, snorkeling coral gardens, visiting a historic lighthouse and a protected islet. This full-day cruise blends easy access to clear-water snorkeling with chances to spot dolphins and turtles.
Spend a private day aboard a powered catamaran from Pointe d’Esny exploring five offshore islands, snorkeling coral gardens, visiting a historic lighthouse and a protected islet. This full-day cruise blends easy access to clear-water snorkeling with chances to spot dolphins and turtles.
By 09:30 the hull hums and the lagoon opens — flat aquamarine pushing against the catamaran as wind and wake nudge you seaward. The day unfolds around short hops: a lighthouse point, a nature reserve, a sheltered sandbar and the broad, palm-lined crescent of Île aux Cerfs.
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Operated by Catamaran Cruises Mauritius · Pointe d'Esny, Grand Port District
By 09:30 the hull hums and the lagoon opens — flat aquamarine pushing against the catamaran as wind and wake nudge you seaward. The day unfolds around short hops: a lighthouse point, a nature reserve, a sheltered sandbar and the broad, palm-lined crescent of Île aux Cerfs.
Mauritius reads like a page of ocean geology: an extinct volcanic core ringed by coral growth, its reefs building shallow lagoons that glow turquoise. The islands you visit carry human layers too — colonial-era beacons, small fishing hamlets, and Ile aux Aigrettes, a restored reserve protecting endemic species.
This private, powered catamaran trip runs from Pointe d’Esny (09:30) to return at 16:00, with scheduled stops for snorkeling over colorful coral, a tour past the old lighthouse on Île aux Fouquets, and leisure time on Île aux Cerfs. Expect clear water shoals, reef pinnacles, and the chance to see dolphins and green turtles riding the boat’s bow wave.
Practical notes: bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a dry bag, and swim shoes; basic swimming ability is required for snorkeling. Food and drinks are available onboard or onshore at extra cost; carry cash for small purchases. If you’re prone to seasickness, take preventative medication and sit midship where motion is gentlest. Respect marine rules at snorkeling sites — don’t touch coral or chase wildlife.
A full-day private cruise balances easy access to prime snorkeling with the flexibility to linger where the water and light are best — ideal for small groups seeking comfort, sun, and the open ocean’s steady rhythm.
easy.
7 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be able to swim short distances and climb aboard from small tenders.
The cruise departs from Pointe d’Esny in the southeast and returns to the same point; check‑in is usually before the 09:30 departure.
Use of snorkeling equipment is included, but if you have a preferred mask or fins bring them for comfort and fit.
Yes — sightings of spinner or bottlenose dolphins and green sea turtles are common though not guaranteed; sightings depend on season and sea conditions.
Full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before departure; trips may be canceled for bad weather or insufficient travelers.
The southeast islands show colonial maritime history — lighthouses and small islets once used for signal stations and smallscale fishing, and nearby Mahébourg grew around the harbour and sugar economy.
Ile aux Aigrettes and nearby reefs are part of local conservation efforts; visitors should avoid touching coral, use reef‑safe sunscreen, and follow guides’ instructions to limit impact.
Catamaran Cruises Mauritius operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
By 09:30 the hull hums and the lagoon opens — flat aquamarine pushing against the catamaran as wind and wake nudge you seaward. The day unfolds around short hops: a lighthouse point, a nature reserve, a sheltered sandbar and the broad, palm-lined crescent of Île aux Cerfs.
By 09:30 the hull hums and the lagoon opens — flat aquamarine pushing against the catamaran as wind and wake nudge you seaward. The day unfolds around short hops: a lighthouse point, a nature reserve, a sheltered sandbar and the broad, palm-lined crescent of Île aux Cerfs.
Mauritius reads like a page of ocean geology: an extinct volcanic core ringed by coral growth, its reefs building shallow lagoons that glow turquoise. The islands you visit carry human layers too — colonial-era beacons, small fishing hamlets, and Ile aux Aigrettes, a restored reserve protecting endemic species.
This private, powered catamaran trip runs from Pointe d’Esny (09:30) to return at 16:00, with scheduled stops for snorkeling over colorful coral, a tour past the old lighthouse on Île aux Fouquets, and leisure time on Île aux Cerfs. Expect clear water shoals, reef pinnacles, and the chance to see dolphins and green turtles riding the boat’s bow wave.
Practical notes: bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a dry bag, and swim shoes; basic swimming ability is required for snorkeling. Food and drinks are available onboard or onshore at extra cost; carry cash for small purchases. If you’re prone to seasickness, take preventative medication and sit midship where motion is gentlest. Respect marine rules at snorkeling sites — don’t touch coral or chase wildlife.
A full-day private cruise balances easy access to prime snorkeling with the flexibility to linger where the water and light are best — ideal for small groups seeking comfort, sun, and the open ocean’s steady rhythm.