{"id":112009,"date":"2026-07-06T19:55:36","date_gmt":"2026-07-06T17:55:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lemandalamoris.com\/quelle-excursion-bateau-choisir-ile-maurice\/"},"modified":"2026-07-06T23:50:47","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T21:50:47","slug":"quelle-excursion-bateau-choisir-ile-maurice","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/lemandalamoris.com\/en\/guide\/quelle-excursion-bateau-choisir-ile-maurice\/","title":{"rendered":"Which boat excursion to choose?"},"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-catamaran.jpg')\">\n<div><span>Guide \u00b7 choosing well<\/span><\/p>\n<h1>Which Boat Excursion to Choose in Mauritius ?<\/h1>\n<pee>Catamaran or speed boat, east or west, shared or private: our pointers to get it right.<\/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\/guide\/\">Guide<\/a> \u203a Which boat excursion to choose?<\/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\">Choosing a <a href=\"\/en\/excursions-bateau-ile-maurice\/\">boat excursion<\/a> comes down mainly to three things: where you&#8217;re staying, what you want to experience (relaxation, dolphins, snorkeling, fishing) and your budget. Here&#8217;s how to make it clear.<\/pee>\n<h2>Based on where you&#x27;re staying<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>North<\/strong> (Grand Baie, Trou aux Biches) \u2192 <a href=\"\/en\/ilot-gabriel-ile-plate-ile-maurice\/\">\u00celot Gabriel &#038; \u00cele Plate<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>East<\/strong> (Belle Mare, Trou d&#8217;Eau Douce) \u2192 <a href=\"\/en\/ile-aux-cerfs-ile-maurice\/\">\u00cele aux Cerfs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>West<\/strong> (Flic en Flac, Tamarin, Le Morne) \u2192 <a href=\"\/en\/nager-avec-les-dauphins-ile-maurice\/\">dolphins<\/a> and <a href=\"\/en\/ile-aux-benitiers-ile-maurice\/\">\u00cele aux B\u00e9nitiers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>South-East<\/strong> (Blue Bay, Mah\u00e9bourg) \u2192 <a href=\"\/en\/excursion-bateau-blue-bay\/\">snorkeling at Blue Bay<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Catamaran or speed boat&amp;nbsp;?<\/h2>\n<pee>The <strong>catamaran<\/strong> is all about comfort and conviviality: ideal for a relaxing day with lunch. The <strong>speed boat<\/strong> is faster and more flexible: perfect for targeting the dolphins early in the morning or customising your route. For a special occasion, a private charter offers complete freedom.<\/pee>\n<div class=\"mm-ev-faq\">\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<details>\n<summary>Is a shared or private outing better&amp;nbsp;?<\/summary>\n<pee>A shared outing is cheaper and more sociable. A private charter costs more but offers bespoke timings, pace and route \u2014 ideal with family, in a group or for a special occasion.<\/pee><\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Which excursion for a first time in Mauritius&amp;nbsp;?<\/summary>\n<pee>A day aboard a catamaran to an islet (\u00cele aux Cerfs in the east, \u00celot Gabriel in the north, \u00cele aux B\u00e9nitiers in the west) is the safe bet: swimming, snorkeling, lunch and sailing all in one outing.<\/pee><\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<aside class=\"mm-ev-side\">\n<h3>Ready to book&amp;nbsp;?<\/h3>\n<pee>We tailor your excursion at the best price. Free quote within 24h.<\/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\/excursions-bateau-ile-maurice\/\">All excursions<\/a><a href=\"\/en\/catamaran-ile-maurice\/\">Catamaran cruise<\/a><a href=\"\/en\/guide\/prix-excursion-bateau-ile-maurice\/\">Cost of an excursion<\/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\/guide\/quelle-excursion-bateau-choisir-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. Your details are only used to prepare your offer.<\/p><\/form><\/div>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>See alsoAll excursionsCatamaran cruiseCost of an excursion<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=\"__MM_PAGE__\"><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. Your details are only used to prepare your offer.<\/p><\/form><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":112914,"parent":112006,"menu_order":21,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_seopress_titles_title":"Which Boat Excursion to Choose in Mauritius? | Le Mandala Moris","_seopress_titles_desc":"Catamaran, speed boat, dolphins, \u00cele aux Cerfs\u2026 How to choose your boat excursion in Mauritius based on your region, budget and what you want.","_seopress_robots_index":"","_seopress_robots_follow":"","_seopress_robots_imageindex":"","_seopress_robots_snippet":"","_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_robots_breadcrumbs":"","_seopress_robots_freeze_modified_date":"","_seopress_robots_custom_modified_date":"","_seopress_robots_canonical":"","_seopress_social_fb_title":"","_seopress_social_fb_desc":"","_seopress_social_fb_img":"","_seopress_social_fb_img_attachment_id":0,"_seopress_social_fb_img_width":0,"_seopress_social_fb_img_height":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_title":"","_seopress_social_twitter_desc":"","_seopress_social_twitter_img":"","_seopress_social_twitter_img_attachment_id":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_img_width":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_img_height":0,"_seopress_redirections_value":"","_seopress_redirections_enabled":"","_seopress_redirections_enabled_regex":"","_seopress_redirections_logged_status":"","_seopress_redirections_param":"","_seopress_redirections_type":0,"_seopress_analysis_target_kw":"best boat trip mauritius","_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-112009","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lemandalamoris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/112009","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lemandalamoris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lemandalamoris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lemandalamoris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=112009"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/lemandalamoris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/112009\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":112996,"href":"https:\/\/lemandalamoris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/112009\/revisions\/112996"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lemandalamoris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/112006"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lemandalamoris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/112914"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lemandalamoris.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=112009"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}