Halfday 4 hours
Daily Tour
16 people
English, French
Discover one of the most beautiful half-day snorkeling tours in Mauritius at the stunning Blue Bay Marine Park and at Ile aux Aigrettes. This unique tour combines boat excursion, snorkeling, crystal-clear waters, various corals, tropical marine life and a relaxing stay, with a traditional Creole picnic on Île des deux Cocos.
Perfect for couples, families with childs, and adventure seekers. This experience offers two snorkeling spots, panoramic coastal, islands and landscape views, combinded with an authentic Mauritian cuisine – all in just 4 hours.
Your 4 hour, Halfday Excursion, starts at 10:30 from the public beach of Blue Bay, with one of our Glass bottom Boats.
At the beginning you will move along the marvellous seaside from Pointe D´Esny, into the direction of Ile aux Aigrettes, where the crew will offer you a first opportunity for snorkeling. Next, you will continue up to a small beach in front of Île aux Aigrettes, where you will have some time to enjoy the atmosphere.
Afterwards, you will continue to the island – Île des deux Cocos, where the crew will serve a typical “Picnic Creole” for lunch. You can choose between a traditional meal prepared with chicken, fish or a vegetarian option. During checkout, you can submit your food selection through the “Food Selection | Halfday Excursion” entry field. As an alternative option, you can book the creole meal prepared with lobster, directly through the “More options” section, in the booking field.
After lunch you will have some time, to enjoy the atmosphere on this lovely private island, together with your partner, family and friends.
Afterwards, the excursion will continue with another opportunity for snorkeling in the Marine Park, before you will move back to the public beach of Blue Bay, where the excursion ends around 14:30-15:00.
The “Picnic Creole” will be prepared and served on the beach and not in the restaurant on Ile des deux Cocos.
Additionally, (especially during winter season), please bring a wind- and/or rain jacket, because it may start to rain at any time, in a tropical country.
If you want us, to arrange your Hotel Transfer (available under More options), please note, that we would need your confirmed reservation, at least 24 hours, before the date of the excursion, to be able to arrange the Transfer.
Our half-day snorkeling excursion is a perfect balance between exploration and relaxation, especially for families and those who want to combine snorkeling with time to enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
If you’re short on time or travelling with younger children, the 1-hour snorkeling tour is an optimal way for the whole family, to explore the Blue Bay Marine Park.
For a compact and focused experience, the 2-hour Blue Bay snorkeling tour offers a great balance between time and discovery.
If you’re looking to spend maximum time for snorkeling, exploring a wider variety of marine life, the lagoon snorkeling excursion takes you to 3 different snorkeling spots.
And for families or groups who prefer more flexibility and privacy, the private snorkeling tour allows you to fully customize your trip at your own pace.
You can also find all snorkeling tours and boat excursions on the overview page, to compare different experiences and choose the option that fits your perfect day in Mauritius.
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Yes, absolutely. This tour is especially well-suited for families, including younger children, as it offers a relaxed pace, more time for breaks, and a comfortable overall experience.
Yes, younger children can join, especially if they are comfortable in the water. The calm lagoon conditions make it a safe environment. For shorter attention spans, the 1-hour snorkeling tour can also be a good option.
The extended duration allows for flexibility, rest time, and a stress-free experience without rushing. Compared to the 2-hour snorkeling tour, this option is more relaxed and family-friendly.
Yes, snorkeling at 2 different spots is included in the tour. If your priority is visiting even more locations, the 3-spot snorkeling experience is specifically designed for that.
Bring swimwear, towels, sunscreen and if you like, some snacks. The longer duration of the half-day tour makes it easier to plan breaks, especially when traveling with children.
Yes, the lagoon is generally calm and ideal for beginners. The extra time also helps children get comfortable in the water at their own pace.
The half-day snorkeling tour is often the best choice for families thanks to its relaxed pace. However, for very young children or shorter outings, the 1-hour tour can be more suitable, while the private snorkeling tour offers maximum privacy and flexibility at your own pace.
Enter your preferred date of the tour and number of participants in the booking field, then complete your reservation securely via Credit Card or PayPal.
No, only a 25% prepayment is required to secure your booking. The remaining balance can be paid before the start of the excursion.
Yes, if you would also like to pay the remaining balance in advance, please contact us beforehand via WhatsApp or email. We will then gladly send you a link, to pay the remaining amount by credit card or PayPal.
We offer a "customer-friendly" cancellation policy for maximum flexibility. Detailed information can be found in our general cancellation policy at the following link: https://www.totof-mauritius.com/cancellation-policy/.
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