5 Islands All-Inclusive Speedboat w/Snorkeling Sea Turtle

Fast boat, clear water, island stops. This nine-hour East Coast outing packs a lot into one day, from snorkeling at Blue Bay Marine Park to a beach BBQ at Ile aux Cerfs. I like the small group size, limited to eight people, and the mix of nature, speed, food, and time to relax. I also like that the price includes lunch, drinks, snorkeling equipment, and several stops rather than charging extra at every turn.

The main concern is consistency. One booking received no German-speaking guide, skipped Blue Bay Marine Park, and did not get the promised open bar. That is a serious gap between the advertised plan and what happened on that day. The tour can be excellent, but you should confirm the language, route, and included services before departure.

The price is $125 per person. For a full nine hours on the water, with a BBQ lunch, unlimited snacks and drinks, and a small group, that can be fair value. Still, this is not a quiet sightseeing cruise. The speedboat is built for motion, and the schedule leaves little room for a slow, unplanned island day.

Key points at a glance

• Small boat, maximum eight people: You get a more personal outing than on a large catamaran, although the ride may feel lively in rough water.
• Blue Bay Marine Park snorkeling: This is one of the day’s main highlights, with tropical fish and several chances to enter the water.
• A full beach lunch at Ile aux Cerfs: Grilled chicken, fish, rice, pasta, garlic bread, and salad are served while you relax on the sand.
• Five-island route: The day links Ile aux Cerfs, Ile aux Phares, Ile de La Passe, Ile aux Aigrettes, and Ilot Margenie, with a waterfall stop at Grand River South East.
• Open bar included: Rum, wine, beer, juice, soft drinks, water, and snacks are part of the package, though one booking reported that this service was not offered.
• Trou d’Eau Douce departure: You must make your own way to the jetty unless you pay extra for hotel transfers.

A full day on Mauritius’s East Coast

This is an ambitious itinerary. You leave from Trou d’Eau Douce and spend the day moving through the largest lagoon in Mauritius, with island visits, a waterfall, snorkeling, beach time, lunch, and a return by boat.

That variety is the tour’s greatest strength. You are not spending nine hours doing one thing. The day shifts from speedboat thrills to wildlife viewing, then from marine life to a long beach break.

The tradeoff is time. The boat must keep moving to cover the route, so most island visits are brief. If you want to sit quietly on one beach for the entire day, this is not the right outing. If you like a packed schedule with plenty to see, it makes good sense.

The small group limit is important. With no more than eight participants, the boat should feel less crowded than a large excursion vessel. One very positive booking had only six people and praised the clean, fast boat and skipper named Sino. That is the sort of setup that can make a long day on the water much more pleasant.

Trou d’Eau Douce and the first ride to Ile aux Cerfs

The meeting point is the jetty at Debarcader Trou D’eau Douce. Search for that name on Google Maps, then look for the jetty when you arrive. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included in the $125 price, although transfers can be arranged for an additional cost.

The first scheduled stop is Ile aux Cerfs, with about 45 minutes for a visit and refreshments. This gives you an early look at one of Mauritius’s most popular island areas before the route moves farther along the coast.

The boat ride itself is part of the appeal. You will hear the powerful engine and skim across the waves rather than moving at the slower pace of a standard cruise. That is exciting, but bring sunscreen and prepare for wind, spray, and sun exposure. The supplied advice is simple and sensible: pack sunscreen and a camera.

At this stage, the bar service may also be available, depending on how the day is being run. The advertised package includes water, soft drinks, juice, beer, wine, rum, and snacks. Since one booking reported that the open bar was not offered, I would confirm this with the operator before setting out.

Grand River South East and the waterfall stop

The boat then heads toward Grand River South East. Here, fresh water flows over a waterfall and into the Indian Ocean, creating one of the East Coast’s most recognizable sights.

The stop is brief, but it adds a change of pace after the fast ride. You are not only looking at beaches and water. You get a scenic river outlet and a chance to see one of Mauritius’s better-known natural attractions from the boat.

The itinerary also includes an unusual wildlife moment: the chance to meet and feed wild Mauritian monkeys. This may appeal to families and anyone who enjoys animal encounters, but keep your expectations sensible. The information provided does not promise a long wildlife session or guaranteed close contact. Treat it as an added possibility around the waterfall visit, not the main reason to book.

A French-language booking reported seeing dolphins and the monkeys before the waterfall, which shows that wildlife sightings can add real excitement to the route. They are not something you can control, though, so the boat trip should still be worthwhile if animals remain out of sight.

Ile aux Phares and Ile de La Passe

From Grand River South East, the speedboat continues toward Ile aux Phares, then passes by Ile de La Passe on the way to Blue Bay.

These islands bring history and exploration into the day, but the information supplied does not promise an extended shore visit or a formal historical talk at either location. You should think of them mainly as scenic points on the island-hopping route.

That distinction matters. The tour is presented as a mix of history, adventure, and exploration, yet the most detailed stops are the waterfall, Blue Bay snorkeling, and Ile aux Cerfs. The islands are part of the wider coastal story, but you may see some from the boat rather than walk around them at length.

I like this section for the sense of movement. You are constantly changing viewpoints, and the route lets you see several small islands in one day. If you want detailed historical interpretation, confirm how much commentary will be available in your chosen language.

Blue Bay Marine Park snorkeling

Blue Bay is the key water stop. The boat heads into Blue Bay Marine Park, where you can snorkel among tropical fish. Several snorkeling sessions are included, and equipment is supplied, so you do not need to bring your own mask and snorkel.

This is where the tour delivers its strongest nature appeal. You get more than a quick photo stop. The plan allows multiple chances to enter the water, which is useful if your first swim is cut short by nerves, waves, or poor visibility.

You should still see the word opportunity here rather than a guarantee of perfect conditions. Marine life and water clarity can vary, and one booking reported that snorkeling was not worthwhile because the marine park was skipped altogether. That was a major failure for that particular day, since Blue Bay is one of the clearest reasons to choose this excursion.

Ask at the start of the trip whether Blue Bay Marine Park is definitely on the route. If the answer is unclear, raise the issue immediately rather than waiting until the boat has moved on. This small check could save you from missing the main water activity.

Ile aux Aigrettes and the open bar

After Blue Bay, the route passes by Ile aux Aigrettes for refreshments. This is another short pause rather than a long island visit.

The open bar is supposed to be fully available during this part of the day. Drinks include alcoholic and non-alcoholic choices, with rum, wine, beer, juice, soft drinks, and water. Snacks are also included.

The bar helps explain the all-inclusive price, especially if you would otherwise buy drinks during a full day out. It also gives the trip a social feel as the group moves from the more active snorkeling section toward the relaxed beach portion.

But do not assume the service will operate automatically. One booking had no open bar on the boat and had to provide non-alcoholic drinks personally. That is not a minor detail when the package is sold as all-inclusive. If you care about the drinks, confirm where and when they will be served.

The return toward Ile aux Cerfs

The boat then sets a course back toward Ile aux Cerfs, passing by Ilot Margenie. This return leg gives you more time on the water and another chance to enjoy the lagoon views.

By this point, the day will feel long. Nine hours is generous, but it also means you should pace yourself. Do not spend every early stop in full sun, and use the slower moments to drink water. The open bar includes water, but you still need to make a point of using it.

The route is designed for people who like variety and motion. I would not choose it for someone who gets seasick easily or dislikes the noise of a speedboat. The supplied details do not mention a slower alternative boat or a dedicated quiet area, so anyone sensitive to motion should ask before booking.

Two hours on Ile aux Cerfs

The final major stop gives you about two hours on the white sands of Ile aux Cerfs. This is the day’s chance to slow down.

You can swim, sunbathe, drink coconut water, or choose additional water activities such as parasailing and a tube ride. The supplied information names these activities, but it does not say they are included in the $125 price. Ask before paying for any activity on the island.

While you relax, the BBQ lunch is prepared on the beach. The menu includes grilled chicken, grilled fish, rice, pasta, garlic bread, and salad. That is a substantial spread, and it gives the price more weight than a trip that only provides packaged snacks.

The atmosphere may include live music or a sega show. Keep your expectations flexible here. One small group was seated away from the main entertainment and could not hear the music well. The entertainment was also described as a one-person guitar performance rather than a large show.

That does not make lunch a bad experience. It simply means the food and beach time are more dependable parts of the stop than the performance. If live entertainment is important to you, ask where your table will be and what is scheduled that day.

What the $125 price really covers

At $125 per person, this is not the cheapest way to see the East Coast. You are paying for a long day, a small group, a speedboat, island stops, snorkeling equipment, lunch, drinks, snacks, and a guide in English, French, German, Italian, or Romanian.

The value is strongest if you plan to use the included features. Swim at Blue Bay, eat the beach lunch, enjoy the boat route, and take advantage of the refreshments. The price is less appealing if you only want a short boat ride or plan to remain on one beach.

Transfers cost extra, so add that amount to your real budget if you are not staying near Trou d’Eau Douce. The starting point is specific, and you should not assume a hotel shuttle is included.

The score attached to the activity is 4.1 from nine ratings, which points to a generally positive but uneven record. One French-language booking called the activity perfect and praised the dolphins, monkeys, snorkeling, sightseeing, and BBQ. Another booking gave a very poor account because the guide, marine park visit, snorkeling, drinks, and entertainment did not match expectations. That wide gap is your warning to confirm the details before departure.

Who should book this speedboat day?

I would recommend it to you if you want a busy East Coast day with several types of activity packed together. Families with older children, couples, small groups of friends, and active sightseers should find plenty to enjoy.

It suits you especially well if you like:

• Fast boat rides and open-water views
• Several short stops instead of one long visit
• Snorkeling and swimming
• A beach lunch with drinks included
• A small group rather than a large cruise boat
• Wildlife sightings that may include dolphins and monkeys

I would be more cautious if you need a guaranteed language-specific guide, a quiet boat, a detailed history lesson, or a fully reliable entertainment program. The tour offers guides in five languages, but one booking had a German guide cancel because of illness and received no replacement guide who spoke English. The skipper operated the trip, but the island stops came without the promised explanations.

For the best chance of a smooth day, confirm three things before you go: your guide language, the Blue Bay Marine Park stop, and the open bar. Those checks are especially important because they were the areas that caused the biggest problems on one outing.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if you want to cover a lot of Mauritius’s East Coast in one day and value an all-inclusive setup. The combination of a small speedboat, several islands, waterfall views, snorkeling, beach BBQ, and two hours at Ile aux Cerfs offers strong value when every part runs as planned.

I would skip it if your priority is a slow beach day, a guaranteed performance, or detailed commentary at every island. The itinerary is packed, and service quality appears to depend heavily on the guide and the day’s operation.

My practical verdict: this is a promising, good-value adventure with a few important service risks. Confirm the route and language in advance, then book it if the operator can clearly verify those details.

FAQ

Where does the speedboat tour begin and end?

The tour begins and ends at the jetty in Trou d’Eau Douce. Search for Debarcader Trou D’eau Douce on Google Maps to locate the meeting point.

Is hotel pickup included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off around Mauritius are available at an additional cost.

How long does the activity last?

The tour lasts nine hours. Starting times depend on availability.

What food is included?

The beach BBQ includes grilled chicken, grilled fish, rice, pasta, garlic bread, and salad.

What drinks are included?

The advertised open bar includes rum, wine, beer, juice, soft drinks, water, and snacks.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included, along with several snorkeling sessions.

What languages are available?

Guiding is offered in English, French, German, Italian, and Romanian. Confirm your requested language before departure, since guide availability can change.