
Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier
Traveler rating
4.3/5
Based on 7 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier worth booking?
Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier is a 6-hour experience in Trou d'Eau Douce, Mauritius, from $305 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 48 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (7)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $305 per person
Enjoy a Private full-day activity of swimming with dolphins in a Private speed boat, including snorkeling at the famous Crystal rock, visit to Benitier Islet, savor a 3-course delicious lunch and enjoy the drinks, and cocktails prepared by our professionals. Dolphin Encounters and swimming is an incredibly moving experiences that will bring you into contact with strikingly beautiful scenery, unspoiled landscapes, and wonderful animals. You’ll plunge into the remarkable world of these powerful marine mammals and come face to face with the dolphins. Then, set sail to visit the Crystal Rock and have a magnificent view of Le Morne Mountain. Snorkeling at Crystal Rock is a must-do activity while you are in Mauritius! You'll discover the rich aquatic life and take great pictures of the scenery. You'll cruise to Benitier Islet for a 3-Course lunch. Over there you can have the leisure to tan on the beach, walk around the endless beach of the island or explore the amazing lagoons.
What you get
About this experience
Enjoy a Private full-day activity of swimming with dolphins in a Private speed boat, including snorkeling at the famous Crystal rock, visit to Benitier Islet, savor a 3-course delicious lunch and enjoy the drinks, and cocktails prepared by our professionals. Dolphin Encounters and swimming is an incredibly moving experiences that will bring you into contact with strikingly beautiful scenery, unspoiled landscapes, and wonderful animals. You’ll plunge into the remarkable world of these powerful marine mammals and come face to face with the dolphins. Then, set sail to visit the Crystal Rock and have a magnificent view of Le Morne Mountain. Snorkeling at Crystal Rock is a must-do activity while you are in Mauritius! You'll discover the rich aquatic life and take great pictures of the scenery. You'll cruise to Benitier Islet for a 3-Course lunch. Over there you can have the leisure to tan on the beach, walk around the endless beach of the island or explore the amazing lagoons.
What's included
Included
- Snorkeling at the Magnificent Crystal Rock
- Services of a fully qualified guide and driver
- 3-course BBQ Lunch at Benitier Islet (Veg & Non-Veg)
- Pick-up and drop-off at any accommodation in Mauritius
- Snorkeling equipments are provided
- Private Dolphin Encounters at the South-West lagoon (Private Speed Boat)
- Selection of Unlimited Drinks (Alcoholic & Non-alcoholic) will be served during Lunch
- Private transportation in a fully air-conditioned vehicle
What you'll see and do
Tamarin Bay
Begin your 6 to 7 hours tour: Dolphin swimming, Crystal rock, Benitier islet & lunch with a complimentary hotel pick-up at your accommodation anywhere in Mauritius. You will meet and be greeted by our certified guide and after boarding to your comfortable vehicle, we will set off at La preneuse/ flic en flac, a village nestled in the west of Mauritius. Arriving there, you will board to your speed boat & start cruising to the open sea to see & swim with the dolphin. While cruising, our skipper and guide will explain to you how to approach these beautiful mammals and swimming rules to respect these lovely dolphins and their natural environment. Arriving at the spot, you will have the opportunity to swim with dolphins which is an incredibly moving experience that will bring you into contact with strikingly beautiful scenery, unspoiled landscapes, and wonderful animals. You’ll plunge into the remarkable world of these powerful marine mammals and come face to face with the dolphins.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Crystal Rock
After swimming with the dolphin, you'll be heading to the famous and natural Crystal rock. Over there, you will have the opportunity to snorkel in the pure crystal lagoon and take great pictures. The crystal rock is a beautiful natural phenomenon occurring in southwest of the island in the lagoons of Le Morne. This subliminal rock formation sits just a couple of hundred meters away from the shore and offers a splendid view to anyone who lays their eyes on it.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Ile aux Benitiers
After swimming, you'll be heading to Benitier islet to savor a 3-course lunch, The wonderful cooks will start preparing the lunch as soon as you will be on the island and within an hour you will be eating a delicious menu of Grilled Seafood and Fish, Chicken, Sausages, Garlic Bread, Salads, Dessert: Banana Flambe. You will have a wide selection of unlimited locally Drinks which will be available on the island during lunch time. After lunch, you can enjoy some relaxation time - have the leisure to tan on the beach, walk around the endless beach of the island or explore the amazing lagoons and coral reefs around the island. A unique experience of swimming activity with dolphins in their natural surroundings! We certainly focus on Corporate Social Responsibility and we make sure that no animal is harmed during snorkeling sessions. Dolphin Encounters offers a rewarding, educational, therapeutic, and amazing experience for everyone!
240 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- no, hi, de, sv, ru, fi, pt, en, hr, it, fr, hu, es, cs, ar, uk, ja, sk, pl, ur, ro, da, tr, nl
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Freshverde Holidays
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at the time of booking
- Please advise of any food allergies or illness
- In case of of Cyclone or torrential rainfall alert, you will receive a full refund if cancellation is made by the operator
- Please bring your own towels and another spare clothes
- Pick-up time may vary depending upon your location
- Lobster Lunch is available at a surplus charges (Contact management for price)
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The ride itself is legal...
The tour itself is cool but I didn't understand because we pick up at the hotel before 6 hs in the morning for a private tour , we arrived at the locar pick up the boat and we had to stay waiting there for almost 1 hour in a place where there was nothing , we left without breakfast from the hotel pq was very early and we stayed without eating anything until lunch time pq had nothing nearby , it would be much better this tour if vc a little later since the tour ended at 14 hs
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the tour itself. We sincerely apologize for the very early pickup and the long wait at the boat location, as we understand how inconvenient this must have been, especially without breakfast nearby. Your comments about adjusting the start time have been shared with our team, and we will consider this for future private tours to make the experience more comfortable and enjoyable for our guests.
via Viator (translated)
All right.
Very good experience, I recommend. You have to be patient to see the Dolphins but it is worth it. Thank you to Sahil for his kindness and professionalism.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Terrible experience
This experience was awful from befinning to end. Upon arrival, our transfer driver handed us over to the skipper of the boat who didin't even greet us, he just turned around and started walking along the beach towards the boat. This young man called himself Peanuts and we soon found out that he hade no interest in us whatsoever. On the boat was another man, Brian, who at least made made some sort of effort to do his job. He briefly explained what we would be doing and then asked if they could play musik, which we accepted. Unfortunately, this meant having to listen to blasting music, many songs on repeat, the whole day. I asked four times if they would turn the music down so we could talk to eachother but after a few minutes the volume was back to full again. At every stop we did, Penuts would cheer up, talking (yelling) to his friends on the other boats, dancing, smoking and passing his cigarettes to the drivers of the other boats. But when when our son would ask him or Brian questions about the fish we saw when snorkling, the would hardly answer or just pretend they didn't hear the question. On the final Island Peanuts was on our boat trying to get som young girls from another boat to come over to drink beer on our boat. On the way back, he started racing the boat with his friends, chasing them and jumping on the waves their boat made. We were all extremely uncomfortable and at some points, even scared. We did 6 boat trips during our stay in Maurirous, most at half or even a third of the price we paid for this private tour, and they were all wonderful. This was a terrible day.
via Viator
superb swimming experience with dolphins!
A great day, a super friendly competent skipper! we were able to admire lots of dolphins, we swam in open water with them! one of the best excursions in Mauritius! Direct pick-up from your hotel, once we arrived at the port, the skipper took care of us and set off for a day at sea, snorkeling, then a barbecue on the island of Benitiers, sunbathing, swimming and then return to the port and the hotel, well organised ! thanks again ! Marine
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Mixed
We didn't see too many dolphins, I didn't really like it, I really felt like I was CHASNING DOLPHINS Otherwise, this day on the island of Benitiers is superb, very very good food, great landscapes
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Freshverde Holidays, who run 66 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 48.5.
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Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Trou d'Eau Douce.
How much does Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier cost?
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Prices start at $305 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Trou d'Eau Douce usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Trou d'Eau Douce is not rushed.
Is Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 48 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Trou d'Eau Douce, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Trou d'Eau Douce can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Trou d'Eau Douce and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Trou d'Eau Douce within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Trou d'Eau Douce?
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On Outty we rank every Trou d'Eau Douce experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Mauritius full day : Private north tour, Ile Aux Cerfs full day shared catamaran with BBQ lunch & drinks, Southern Tales Tour: Crocodile Park, 23-Colored Earth & Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Trou d'Eau Douce?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Trou d'Eau Douce?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier?
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Included: Snorkeling at the Magnificent Crystal Rock; Services of a fully qualified guide and driver; 3-course BBQ Lunch at Benitier Islet (Veg & Non-Veg); Pick-up and drop-off at any accommodation in Mauritius; and Snorkeling equipments are provided. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 97 listed pickup locations in and around Trou d'Eau Douce. Be ready about 60 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier offered in?
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It is offered in Norwegian, Hindi, German, Swedish, Russian, Finnish, Portuguese, English, Croatian, Italian, French, Hungarian, Spanish, Czech, Arabic, Ukrainian, Japanese, Slovak, Polish, Urdu, Romanian, Danish, Turkish and Dutch. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Private Speed Boat Tour and Dolphin Encounter at Ile aux Benitier?
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Across 7 reviews averaging 4.3 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, small groups, the guide. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
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