The Adventure East of Mauritius: 3-Watersport Activities & Blue-Bay Marine Park
Traveler rating
4.0/5
Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is The Adventure East of Mauritius: 3-Watersport Activities & Blue-Bay Marine Park worth booking?
The Adventure East of Mauritius: 3-Watersport Activities & Blue-Bay Marine Park is a 7-hour experience in Trou d'Eau Douce, Mauritius, from $161 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 48 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (3)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $161 per person
In this 8 hours private tour, you will discover the East including the 3 watersport activities at Belle Mare. A unique sensational experience in the Belle Mare turquoise lagoon, an all-inclusive package: parasailing, undersea walk, & Tube Riding. Then, head to Blue-Bay Marine Park to enjoy a Glass Bottom Boat trip including snorkeling where you will be delighted by the underwater world. Afterward, head to Pointe Canon which is a historical viewpoint for its anti-ship cannons. Then, head to Frederick Henrick Museum which bears the remnants of the first human settlement in Mauritius. Later, you will enjoy a 3-course lunch & drive to the Mahebourg Museum, which is like traveling back the memory lane of Mauritius’ colonial history. Then, head to Mahebourg market to learn more about how locals live & experience the Mauritian vibe. Next, head to Mahebourg Waterfront, which is famous for the Bataille de la Passe.
What you get
About this experience
In this 8 hours private tour, you will discover the East including the 3 watersport activities at Belle Mare. A unique sensational experience in the Belle Mare turquoise lagoon, an all-inclusive package: parasailing, undersea walk, & Tube Riding. Then, head to Blue-Bay Marine Park to enjoy a Glass Bottom Boat trip including snorkeling where you will be delighted by the underwater world. Afterward, head to Pointe Canon which is a historical viewpoint for its anti-ship cannons. Then, head to Frederick Henrick Museum which bears the remnants of the first human settlement in Mauritius. Later, you will enjoy a 3-course lunch & drive to the Mahebourg Museum, which is like traveling back the memory lane of Mauritius’ colonial history. Then, head to Mahebourg market to learn more about how locals live & experience the Mauritian vibe. Next, head to Mahebourg Waterfront, which is famous for the Bataille de la Passe.
What's included
Included
- Blue-Bay Marine park and Glass bottom boat trip
- Beverages during lunch (Non- Alcoholic)
- 3-course Lunch (Veg and Non-veg) Note: Halal food
- Pick-up and drop-off at any accommodation in Mauritius
- Snorkeling at Blue Bay marine park
- 3 Watersport activities (Parasailing, Tube Riding & Undersea walking)
- Services of a fully qualified certified private guide/driver
- Snorkeling equipments will be provided (Blue-Bay Marine park)
- Private transportation in a fully air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water upon arrival
Not included
- Gratuities (Optional)
What you'll see and do
Belle Mare
Begin your 8 hours adventurous East of Mauritius tour with a 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, then set off for your first stop which is at belle mare.
15 minutes here
Belle Mare Beach
Arriving at Belle Mare, first of all, you will do the parasailing activity. Parasailing is the ideal activity for those looking for special sea & air fun. Parasailing offers you a breathtaking bird's eye view of the beautiful lagoon and beach of the East Coast of Mauritius, making it one of the best things to do during your holiday in Mauritius. The parasailing begins with a short safety briefing. Then you will have a speed boat transfer to the launch platform where you will later take off and start the parasailing. Upon arrival at the launch platform, you will be connected with a secured certified harness to the parasail. Only after the ground assistants will check the rig and the flight harness will they signal the boat driver to start the engine and gradually accelerate the boat. You will slowly take off from the launch pod for a 10 minutes parasail flight above the beautiful lagoon.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Belle Mare Beach
Then, you'll enjoy a unique, safe, and fascinating underwater walk on the ocean bed (about 3-4m depth), and witness firsthand the magnificent marine life of the Eastern coast of Mauritius, the beautiful fauna, corals, and a wide variety of fish, all in their natural habitat. Qualified experienced guides will accompany you along the course of the Underwater Sea Walk guaranteeing your maximum safety. The excursion begins with a motorboat transfer from the Belle Mare beach to a platform situated inside the lagoon. Upon arrival at the platform, you will receive a pre-departure briefing on the gear, the local marine life, safety procedures, and on the underwater walking trail. With the help of the guide, you will go off board the platform to start your underwater walk adventure.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Belle Mare Beach
Next, you will enjoy a Tube Riding activity is one of the most popular fun water sports activities to enjoy as an individual couple or with friends. You will enjoy a 100% fun activity and an absolutely mind-blowing 15-minutes tub ride on the colorful water tube. To cater to all participants, you can choose from a large selection of different models, such as single, twin, triple, kneeling, or laying water tubes, each offering a different tube ride experience. You will be seated in an original pneumatic tube which is being pulled by the speed boat through the water of the Belle Mare beach. All you have to do is hold the two handles at the sides of the tube while enjoying an exhilarating ride. Get ready for some serious fun, bouncing on the waves, cruising through the crystal clear lagoons while being attached to the speedboat.
15 minutes here · Admission included
Then drive to Pointe Canon which is an interesting place to go to have a nice overview of the different sites surrounding Mahebourg. You will see the imposing Lion Mountain that overlooks the sugar cane fields, Mouchoir Rouge islet, facing the waterfront, and Ile aux Aigrettes further north, a small protected island located in the lagoon and which is also a nature reserve. Pointe Canon is the place where the inhabitants of the region meet during events such as regattas and the commemoration of the abolition of slavery celebrations in February. You will see the panoramic view of the South East and the ocean.
20 minutes here
On the way, we will go to visit the Frederick Hendrick Museum. The Frederik Hendrik Museum is a historical site that at present bears the remnants of the first human settlement in Mauritius. Located at Old Grand Port, this place is considered a historical site bearing witness to the Dutch and French colonial settlements in Mauritius, on the coast of south east Mauritius. The very first inhabitants of Mauritius, the Dutch, settled here to colonize the island. The museum is surrounded by a luxuriant tropical garden, includes a visitors’ centre with an exhibition of artifacts found during archaeological excavations in the area since 1997 and the remains of some ruins. They consist of building materials: stones, bricks, nails; military objects like musket balls, cannonballs, flintstones, and many other interesting utilities.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Mahebourg Museum
Afterward, you'll head to a local restaurant to savor a 3-course lunch comprising Fresh Salads, Rice, Soups, chicken, fish & vegetables Then, head to Mahebourg to visit the National History Museum of Mauritius, which will take you into a historical journey of the island dating back to the 18th century. The Naval Museum of Mauritius contains the reminiscences of the French colonial empire. The interesting aspects of the Naval Museum lie not solely in its collection of exhibits, but also in its history as a building. It is worthwhile to see both the exterior of the building & the different exhibitions. In addition, you will also get to see exquisite artifacts of many other ships' wrecks. Some bones of an extinct species of Giant Tortoises & of the Dodo are displayed at the museum. These bones bear testimony to their existence until some few hundred years back.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Mahebourg Waterfront
After some time, visit Mahebourg waterfront to know about the Culture and History of Mauritius which is very interesting. Located in the traditional Mauritian Village, the new Mahebourg Waterfront is ideal for a relaxing walk as well as a journey back in time taking part in the local Mauritian history! You will get the chance to see and learn more about the epic battle that was fought in this region. There is also the memorial known as Bataille de le Passe that pays homage to the fighters who lost their lives in the battle. You will get to see the panoramic view where the battle took place.
40 minutes here
Then head to the mahebourg local market, is a spectacular sight for those who wish to experience the lively local culture. You will find amazing products here at a great bargain.The Mahebourg market was initially focusing on silks and textiles, but today you are sure to find a large variety of World of Seashells on offer. The market offers typical market products such as vegetables, fruits for the surrounding locals but also a wide variety of local handicrafts and souvenirs of the paradise island. One thing we surely advise you not to miss is the food. At the Mahebourg Market, you will have a large selection of food such as Briyani, Dholl Puri (lentils pancakes), Chinese Noodles or the very famous Gato Pima (fritter made with split pea). They make up for a delicious street food tasting, don’t worry we won’t tattle to your diet!
40 minutes here
Blue Bay Marine Park
Finally, head to Blue Bay marine park is one of the best places to see the beautiful marine life and to go for snorkeling in Mauritius. Over there, you can decide to see the underwater world onboard the boat through its glass bottom or to jump into the water for some snorkeling. Snorkeling at the park is highly recommended as the colorful fauna & flora found at the park are absolutely stunning. At an average depth of 5.5 meters, with crystal clear water offering great visibility, the snorkeling conditions are ideal. You will have a great view of the reef, fish, and of a large selection of corals Blue Bay Marine Park is home to mangroves, algae, seagrasses, corals, and other marine organisms. There is also a wide variety of fish species that include Damselfish, Surgeonfish, Butterflyfish, juvenile Sailfin tangs, as well as tiny Pipefish and Trumpetfish. Note: all activities are supervised to ensure the protection of the flora and fauna. With respect to marine life & its ecosystem!
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- no, hi, de, sv, fi, ru, pt, en, hr, it, fr, hu, es, cs, ar, uk, ja, sk, zh-CN, pl, da, ro, ur, nl, tr
- 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
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Children ages 4 years and under are free. Please notify of CHILD/ INFANT SEAT at the time of booking
- Please advise of any food allergies or illness
- Please bring a raincoat (In case of rainy day) and wear non slippery shoes
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for The Adventure East of Mauritius: 3-Watersport Activities & Blue-Bay Marine Park. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Not as advertised
We could not do all the activities as advertised. Watersports were cancelled, no bottled water. Activities cancelled due to weather but the weather was great, contacted the company for a refund but nobody came back to me.
via Viator
Best snorkeling tour with vikash
we booked this tour especially for snorkelling and i must say this was far by best our best trip in mauritius. we saw plenty of fish at bluw bay. our driver vikash, a very humble person. great guiding tour!! The watersport activities was thrilling and excellent. very good experience
via Tripadvisor
Our Tour guide was the...
Our Tour guide was the best and provided excellent service throughout the excursion, we had an excellent time!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 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
- 1
- 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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The Adventure East of Mauritius: 3-Watersport Activities & Blue-Bay Marine Park: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Trou d'Eau Douce.
How much does The Adventure East of Mauritius: 3-Watersport Activities & Blue-Bay Marine Park cost?
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Prices start at $161 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 The Adventure East of Mauritius: 3-Watersport Activities & Blue-Bay Marine Park take?
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Plan for about 7 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 The Adventure East of Mauritius: 3-Watersport Activities & Blue-Bay Marine Park 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 (4/5 across 3 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 The Adventure East of Mauritius: 3-Watersport Activities & Blue-Bay Marine Park?
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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 The Adventure East of Mauritius: 3-Watersport Activities & Blue-Bay Marine Park suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book The Adventure East of Mauritius: 3-Watersport Activities & Blue-Bay Marine Park?
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Around 1 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 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does The Adventure East of Mauritius: 3-Watersport Activities & Blue-Bay Marine Park 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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What is included in The Adventure East of Mauritius: 3-Watersport Activities & Blue-Bay Marine Park?
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Included: Blue-Bay Marine park and Glass bottom boat trip; Beverages during lunch (Non- Alcoholic); 3-course Lunch (Veg and Non-veg) Note: Halal food; Pick-up and drop-off at any accommodation in Mauritius; and Snorkeling at Blue Bay marine park. Not included: Gratuities (Optional). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does The Adventure East of Mauritius: 3-Watersport Activities & Blue-Bay Marine Park include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 160 listed pickup locations in and around Trou d'Eau Douce. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is The Adventure East of Mauritius: 3-Watersport Activities & Blue-Bay Marine Park offered in?
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It is offered in Norwegian, Hindi, German, Swedish, Finnish, Russian, Portuguese, English, Croatian, Italian, French, Hungarian, Spanish, Czech, Arabic, Ukrainian, Japanese, Slovak, Chinese, Polish, Danish, Romanian, Urdu, Dutch and Turkish. 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 The Adventure East of Mauritius: 3-Watersport Activities & Blue-Bay Marine Park?
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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 The Adventure East of Mauritius: 3-Watersport Activities & Blue-Bay Marine Park wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available; and Children ages 4 years and under are free. Please notify of CHILD/ INFANT SEAT at the time. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to The Adventure East of Mauritius: 3-Watersport Activities & Blue-Bay Marine Park 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 The Adventure East of Mauritius: 3-Watersport Activities & Blue-Bay Marine Park?
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Across 3 reviews averaging 4.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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