Spinner and bottlenose dolphins live along the west coast of Mauritius all year round. From Black River we take you out to the bays and open water where the pods are regularly seen, to watch them play, leap and ride the waves in their natural habitat.
Our dolphin trips are for watching only: we observe from the boat, keep our distance and never chase, feed or touch the dolphins.
The quickest way to the dolphins. Your private speedboat heads out early, when the sea is calm, to the spots the pods visit most often.
Includes: dolphin watching, a snorkelling stop on the reef, a visit to Crystal Rock, drinks and snacks.
Times: 06:00–09:00 or 09:00–12:00 in summer (Nov–Apr); 06:30–09:30 or 09:30–12:30 in winter (May–Oct).
Group size: up to 9 people including babies, private trips only.
Boarding: Le Morne Anglers’ Club, Black River.
A relaxed full day on our catamaran O’Plézir, with dolphin watching on the way out, snorkelling, Crystal Rock, a stop at Île aux Bénitiers and a barbecue lunch on board.
Times: 09:30–15:30.
Shared or private: join the day cruise or book the whole catamaran for your group.
Children: half price from 4 to 12 years, free under 4.
Boarding: Le Morne Anglers’ Club, Black River.
Two species live off the west coast. Spinner dolphins are the smaller of the two and famous for their acrobatic leaps and spins; they have a dark grey back, lighter grey sides and a pale belly. Bottlenose dolphins are larger and stockier, with a short, thick beak, and are often curious about boats.
Whales can be seen too: sperm whales live around Mauritius all year, and humpback whales visit from July to October with their calves. Ask us about our private whale watching trip.
Dolphins are wild animals, and their wellbeing comes first. On every trip our skippers:
We follow the Mauritius rules for dolphin and whale watching, so the dolphins are still here for the next visitors.
No. Dolphins are wild animals and we can never guarantee a sighting. Our skippers know the spots the pods regularly visit along the west coast and take you to them to give you the best chance.
No. Our dolphin trips are for watching only: we observe the dolphins from the boat and leave them undisturbed. On the speedboat trip there is a separate snorkelling stop on the reef.
Spinner and bottlenose dolphins live along the west coast all year round, so you can see them in any season.
Our private speedboat dolphin trip lasts 3 hours and leaves early: 06:00 or 09:00 in summer (November to April) and 06:30 or 09:30 in winter (May to October). The catamaran day cruise runs from 09:30 to 15:30.
All our trips board at Le Morne Anglers’ Club in Black River (Rivière Noire), on the west coast of Mauritius.
Our speedboats take up to 9 people, babies included, and dolphin trips by speedboat are private: the boat is reserved for your group only.
Yes. On the catamaran, children aged 4 to 12 pay half price and children under 4 sail free.
Sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, swimwear and a towel for the snorkelling stop, and a camera or phone. Our professional photographer can also join on request.
Tell us your dates and group size and we will suggest the best option for you. Message us on WhatsApp for the quickest reply.
