Ile aux Cerfs by Catamaran: the 7 Best Mauritius Day Trips

1.Ile Aux Cerfs Catamaran Trip w/ Lunch & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,922 reviews · 7 hours · from $110Our pick

Join Freshverde Holidays for a seven-hour catamaran trip from Trou d’Eau Douce to Ile aux Cerfs. Expect a speedboat ride to Grand River South East waterfall, a snorkeling stop, a three-course BBQ lunch, drinks, music, and hotel pickup. Crews may include Billy and his family, with English, French, and Hindi support.

“Such a fun day out, I truly enjoyed it, I loved everyone that I had met, the other island was beautiful 🍸you can get some nice drinks, snorkel in the sea and do parasailing such a fun experience I recommended 10/10”

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2.Catamaran Cruise to Ile Aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 925 reviews · 6 hours · from $64Best value

Spend six hours sailing from Trou d’Eau Douce to Grand River South East Waterfall and Île aux Cerfs. You’ll snorkel, swim, eat a halal BBQ lunch, enjoy local drinks, and hear Mauritian Sega music. Hotel pickup is optional, and English and French-speaking crew accompany the cruise.

“This trip is excellent value for money. The guides were very welcoming and attentive. The food was delicious, music was lively and the ride to the Waterfall and Ile Aux Cerfs was nice and relaxing. Our driver was prompt and friendly. highly recommend this excursion.”

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3.Full-Day Catamaran Cruise to Île aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 455 reviews · from $81

Board at Pointe Jerome at 9:00 am for a seven-hour catamaran day with snorkeling, dolphin spotting, a BBQ buffet, drinks, and about two hours on Île aux Cerfs. Crew members including Rudi, Rowan, Scott, and Miguel have been praised for friendly service. Hotel transfers are not included.

“My driver took me to wrong place in the morning. There was like 50 minutes to meeting point. I was so upset that I missed the boat. Then I called the agency. Priscilla & Cathline were so helpful and calming, they arranged me another boat. I can’t thank them enough. And the trip was amazing! Miguel and all the other guys were sooo helpful with everything. The nature, crew, food everything was perfect. Thank you guys for giving me this beautiful experience. I will never forget this paradise-like day. ❤️”

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4.Catamaran Day Cruise to lle aux Cerfs with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 438 reviews · 6 hours · from $65

Spend six hours on a spacious catamaran from Trou d’Eau Douce, with stops at Grand River South East waterfalls, a snorkeling site, and Ile aux Cerfs. Aldo has guided some departures, and the crew serves BBQ fish, chicken, salads, fruit, beer, wine, soft drinks, and water.

“The guide, Aldo,was so attentive and helpful. He made sure we were always comfortable and having a good time! I highly recommend using this company! It was absolutely amazing! Me and my family had the best time! Once in a lifetime experience. The food was excellent and plentiful!”

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5.Private Catamaran Tour to île aux Cerfs

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 19 reviews · 6 hours

Spend six hours on a private catamaran from Chez Tino Restaurant, cruising to Île aux Cerfs and Grande Rivière South East waterfall. You’ll have lunch, drinks, a Mauritian barbecue, lagoon views, and chances to spot dolphins. English and French hosts lead private groups of up to 10.

“Crew were great and couldn’t do enough for us. Food was really good. Fantastic experience and probably the best day of our holiday in Mauritius”

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6.Private Catamaran Charter to Ile aux Cerfs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 7 hours Top rated

You’ll spend seven hours aboard a private 45-foot catamaran from Pointe Jerome, sailing toward Ile aux Cerfs with stops for snorkeling and dolphin watching. Captain and crew speak English and French. BBQ food and drinks cost extra, and private transfers are available.

“Amazing time with my family, and small kids , hosts on cat was amazing and went out of their way to make us have a hell of a day !!! Highly recommend”

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7.Île aux Cerfs: Private Catamaran Cruise with Gourmet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 6 hours

You’ll sail from Pointe Maurice Jetty with an English- or French-speaking crew, stopping at the Grand River South East Waterfall, reef areas, and Île aux Cerfs. Expect swimming, snorkeling, a BBQ lunch with drinks, and a private boat for up to six people.

“Excellent Customer service from Sonia Everything was perfect Thank you”

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