The 5 Best Tamarin Dolphin Watching Tours

1.Dolphin Snorkel, CrystalRock, ile o Benitiers Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 511 reviews · from $77Our pick

Join an English or French speaking crew from Tamarin Public Beach for a speedboat search for dolphins, snorkeling, a Crystal Rock stop, and a beach barbecue on Ile aux Benitiers. Guides such as Gregory, Peanut, Atish, Jonathan, and Jordan are praised for friendly service, though conditions and island access can affect the plan.

“Gregory & Peanut were absolutely amazing crew on the boat. They made sure we saw everything that was promised in the description and even more! Absolutely recommended.”

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2.Guided Kayak Tour with Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 190 reviews · 2h 30m · from $64

Set out early with a bilingual English or French guide, such as Yan, Théo, or Gilles, and kayak across Tamarin Bay for wild spinner and bottlenose dolphins. The calm morning light and respectful viewing style are major draws. If dolphins do not appear, you paddle along the Tamarin River instead.

“Amazing experience! Being out on the bay in the morning light was beautiful in itself, then watching the group of dolphins so close unforgettable! Kayaking is truly the best and most appropriate way to encounter the beautiful animals. We were happy about choosing kayaking over the number of speedboats coming in and dropping agitated snorkelers. It is so much nicer and respectful to approach the dolphins by kayak. We encourage all to experience dolphins by kayak with Yanature instead!”

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3.Mauritius: Snorkel and Swim with Dolphins on Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 147 reviews · from $49

Meet your captain and guide at Tamarin Beach for a briefing, then head out by speedboat to watch and swim with dolphins in open sea. Snorkeling gear, life vests, and light drinks are provided. Captain Jérôme has earned special praise, but conditions and dolphin behavior shape the timing of each swim.

“The fruit juices mentioned in the service were the only thing missing. But great activity! We were really impressed. An unforgettable moment”

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4.La Preneuse: Dolphin Swimming and Snorkeling Speedboat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 54 reviews · 2h 30m · from $47Best value

Meet your English or French-speaking guide at La Preneuse Beach around 7:30 a.m. for a 150-minute speedboat trip in search of dolphins. You may enter the water several times, then snorkel with provided equipment. Groups can be small, though conditions and other boats affect the experience. Hotel transfers are not included.

“The captain made every effort to ensure each person had an opportunity to see the dolphins, he went the extra mile when there was one lady who didnt see the dolphins up close yet and allowed her another opportunity to jump in and she saw it. The guide was also guide and am excellent swimmer which put me at peace while in the water as I am not a strong swimmer.”

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5.All In One- Dolphins, Whales, Snorkeling & Lunch onboard

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2 reviews · 6h 30m

Spend 390 minutes on a private speedboat off Mauritius’s west coast, looking for dolphins and whales, visiting Crystal Rock, and swimming in a natural aquarium. Your skipper and guide speak English, French, Arabic, Hindi, or Urdu. A fresh barbecue meal and drinks are included, though the meal may be served on an island rather than onboard.

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