{"id":111998,"date":"2026-07-06T19:55:34","date_gmt":"2026-07-06T17:55:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lemandalamoris.com\/observation-baleines-dauphins-ile-maurice-2\/"},"modified":"2026-07-06T23:50:44","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T21:50:44","slug":"observation-baleines-dauphins-ile-maurice","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/lemandalamoris.com\/en\/observation-baleines-dauphins-ile-maurice\/","title":{"rendered":"Whales &#038; dolphins"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; use_custom_width=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_width_percent=&#8221;100%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_code _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<section class=\"mm-ev\">\n<div class=\"mm-ev-hero\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(180deg,rgba(20,54,92,.28),rgba(20,54,92,.60)),url('https:\/\/lemandalamoris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mm-exc-baleines.jpg')\">\n<div><span>West coast \u00b7 June to November<\/span><\/p>\n<h1>Whale &amp; Dolphin Watching<\/h1>\n<pee>Sperm whales and humpback whales off the west coast, from the austral winter into spring.<\/pee>\n<div class=\"mm-ev-actions\"><a class=\"mm-btn\" href=\"#devis\">Request a quote<\/a><a class=\"mm-btn mm-btn-wa\" href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/23052558469\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WhatsApp<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>[\/et_pb_code][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; use_custom_width=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_width_percent=&#8221;100%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_code _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<nav class=\"mm-ev-breadcrumb\"><a href=\"\/en\/\">Home<\/a> \u203a <a href=\"\/en\/excursions-bateau-ile-maurice\/\">Boat excursions<\/a> \u203a Whales &amp; dolphins<\/nav>\n<p>[\/et_pb_code][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; use_custom_width=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_width_percent=&#8221;100%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_code _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<section class=\"mm-ev\">\n<div class=\"mm-ev-main\">\n<div class=\"mm-ev-copy\"><pee class=\"mm-lead\">From June to November, the deep waters off the Mauritian west coast welcome <strong>sperm whales<\/strong> and <strong>humpback whales<\/strong>. Departing from Rivi\u00e8re Noire, the outing often combines <strong>whale watching<\/strong> with the early-morning encounter with the <a href=\"\/en\/nager-avec-les-dauphins-ile-maurice\/\">dolphins<\/a>, present all year round. A rare experience, guided with respect for the animals.<\/pee>\n<h2>The whale season in Mauritius<\/h2>\n<pee>Whales visit Mauritius during the austral winter:<\/pee>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Sperm whales<\/strong>: present for much of the year, peaking in the austral summer<\/li>\n<li><strong>Humpback whales<\/strong>: from June\/July to October-November<\/li>\n<li>Observation from the boat, keeping to the regulatory distances<\/li>\n<li>Dolphins all year round, often included in the same outing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Responsible watching<\/h2>\n<pee>Approaching whales is regulated in Mauritius. We favour respectful operators: approach distances, limited time, no chasing. We watch from the boat \u2014 getting into the water with whales is not guaranteed and depends strictly on conditions and regulations.<\/pee>\n<ul>\n<li>Whale season: June to November<\/li>\n<li>Dolphins all year round<\/li>\n<li>West coast departure (Rivi\u00e8re Noire)<\/li>\n<li>Respectful, regulated approach<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"mm-ev-faq\">\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<details>\n<summary>When can you see whales in Mauritius&amp;nbsp;?<\/summary>\n<pee>The best time for humpback whales runs from June\/July to October-November, on the west coast. Sperm whales can be seen over a larger part of the year.<\/pee><\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Can you swim with the whales&amp;nbsp;?<\/summary>\n<pee>Watching is mainly done from the boat. A supervised entry into the water is sometimes possible depending on conditions and regulations, but is never guaranteed. Dolphins, on the other hand, lend themselves better to swimming.<\/pee><\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Are we guaranteed to see whales&amp;nbsp;?<\/summary>\n<pee>No: they&#8217;re wild animals. In peak season, sightings are frequent but never guaranteed. We&#8217;ll advise the best time slots to maximise your chances.<\/pee><\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<aside class=\"mm-ev-side\">\n<h3>Your whale &amp; dolphin outing<\/h3>\n<pee>We schedule your outing within the best window of the season, with skippers who respect the animals.<\/pee><a class=\"mm-btn\" href=\"#devis\">Get my quote<\/a><a class=\"mm-btn mm-btn-wa\" href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/23052558469\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"width:100%;margin-top:10px\">WhatsApp<\/a><pee class=\"mm-side-note\">Reply within 24 h \u00b7 free, no-obligation quote<\/pee><\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>[\/et_pb_code][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n<section class=\"mm-ev\">\n<div class=\"mm-ev-related\">\n<h2>See also<\/h2>\n<div><a href=\"\/en\/nager-avec-les-dauphins-ile-maurice\/\">Swim with dolphins<\/a><a href=\"\/en\/ile-aux-benitiers-ile-maurice\/\">\u00cele aux B\u00e9nitiers<\/a><a href=\"\/en\/guide\/meilleure-saison-baleines-ile-maurice\/\">Best whale season<\/a><a href=\"\/en\/excursions-bateau-ile-maurice\/\">All excursions<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#faf7f1&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;10px||30px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width=&#8221;1100px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<div class=\"mm-devis\" id=\"mm-devis\"><h2>Request your excursion quote<\/h2><p>Tell us what you&#039;re dreaming of: we&#039;ll design the best sea trip at the best price. Reply within 24 h, no obligation.<\/p><form method=\"post\" action=\"https:\/\/lemandalamoris.com\/wp-admin\/admin-post.php#mm-devis\"><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"action\" value=\"mm_exc_devis\"><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"mm_page\" value=\"https:\/\/lemandalamoris.com\/en\/observation-baleines-dauphins-ile-maurice\/\"><p class=\"mm-hp\"><label>Site web<input type=\"text\" name=\"mm_website\" tabindex=\"-1\" autocomplete=\"off\"><\/label><\/p><div class=\"mm-devis-grid\"><label>Type of trip *<select name=\"mm_type\" required><option>Croisi\u00e8re \/ excursion en catamaran<\/option><option>\u00cele aux Cerfs<\/option><option>\u00celot Gabriel \/ \u00cele Plate (Nord)<\/option><option>\u00cele aux B\u00e9nitiers &amp; Crystal Rock<\/option><option>Nager avec les dauphins<\/option><option>Snorkeling \/ plong\u00e9e<\/option><option>P\u00eache au gros<\/option><option>Observation des baleines<\/option><option>Bespoke private trip<\/option><option>Not sure yet<\/option><\/select><\/label><label>Departure area<select name=\"mm_zone\"><option>No preference \/ please advise<\/option><option>Nord (Grand Baie, Trou aux Biches)<\/option><option>Est (Trou d&#039;Eau Douce)<\/option><option>Ouest (Rivi\u00e8re Noire, Tamarin, Le Morne)<\/option><option>Sud-Est (Blue Bay, Mah\u00e9bourg)<\/option><\/select><\/label><label>Number of people<input type=\"text\" name=\"mm_pax\" maxlength=\"30\"><\/label><label>Preferred date<input type=\"text\" name=\"mm_date\" maxlength=\"60\"><\/label><label>Full name *<input type=\"text\" name=\"mm_nom\" required maxlength=\"120\"><\/label><label>Email *<input type=\"email\" name=\"mm_email\" required maxlength=\"160\"><\/label><label>Phone \/ WhatsApp<input type=\"tel\" name=\"mm_tel\" maxlength=\"40\" placeholder=\"+33 6 \u2026\"><\/label><label>Approx. budget<select name=\"mm_budget\"><option>To discuss together<\/option><option>Shared \/ budget<\/option><option>Comfort<\/option><option>Private \/ premium<\/option><\/select><\/label><label class=\"mm-devis-full\">Your plans (optional)<textarea name=\"mm_msg\" rows=\"4\" maxlength=\"4000\"><\/textarea><\/label><\/div><button type=\"submit\" class=\"mm-btn mm-devis-send\">Get my quote<\/button><p class=\"mm-devis-note\">Free quote, no obligation. 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