Mauritius Tours & Activities
Lagoon trips, island tours, walks and cultural visits across Mauritius.
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Most organised activities on Mauritius revolve around the lagoon and the sea: catamaran cruises, snorkelling and diving, boat trips along the coast and excursions to offshore islands such as Île aux Cerfs and the northern islets. On land, guided walks in the Black River Gorges National Park, island sightseeing tours and visits to Port Louis are the other main categories.
Mauritius Travel Guide does not operate tours. Our tour catalogue will be drawn from supplier data and organised by theme once that data has been reviewed.
In this guide
Choosing a tour
- Check what is included — transport, meals, equipment and time actually spent at each stop.
- Match the trip to the weather. Boat trips depend on wind and swell; ask what happens if a trip is cancelled.
- Choose responsible operators, especially for dolphin-watching and marine-park trips.
Tours by region
North CoastSheltered lagoon beaches, Grand Baie’s restaurants and boat trips to the northern islets.Explore North Coast 
East CoastLong white-sand beaches, wide lagoons and boat trips to Île aux Cerfs, freshened by the trade winds.Explore East Coast 
South-East CoastHistoric Mahébourg and the Blue Bay lagoon, the closest coastal base to the international airport.Explore South-East Coast 
South CoastThe island’s wildest coast, with cliffs at Gris Gris and the resort area of Bel Ombre.Explore South Coast 
West & South-WestCalm lagoons and sunsets from Flic en Flac to Le Morne, with Chamarel and the Black River Gorges inland.Explore West & South-West 
Port Louis & Central PlateauThe capital’s markets and heritage sites, and the cooler towns and sacred lake of the uplands.Explore Port Louis & Central Plateau 
RodriguesA quiet, autonomous outer island far to the east, with Port Mathurin, wide lagoons and open hills.Explore Rodrigues Official sources
Opening hours, entry fees, boat and transport schedules, access rules and park conditions change; check the official source before you travel.
- Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) — official visitor information
- Mauritius Meteorological Services — forecasts, warnings and cyclone bulletins
Where do you want to start?
Choose a region, then use its guide to plan the rest of your trip.