Whale Watching - 2.5 Hours

From mini farms to interactive museums, our Children’s Activities are actually fun (even for grownups).

• 2.5 hours at sea
• Speed boat trip along the west coast
• Whale Watching in the Open Sea
• Refreshments served on board: Water & Soft Drinks
• Snorkelling break near the reef
• Snorkelling equipment
• Life jackets provided

Transport is available for an additional supplement and will include pick up and drop off from any hotel / place of accommodation in Mauritius.

2.5-hour Whale Watching Trip on the West Coast

2.5 hours of sea escape for a memorable whale watching experience

Encountering whales is an incredibly moving experience. It is an encounter with one of the biggest animals on the planet and the feeling it brings you is as gigantic. It will bring you into contact with strikingly beautiful scenery, unspoiled landscapes and an unforgettable encounter with the giants of the ocean.

Thrilling Speed Boat ride: You will get on a speed boat to take you to the whale watching site. Get comfortable, put your life jacket on and get ready for an exciting speed boat ride. Your skippers will tell you all you need to know about how the day will unfold. They will also gladly brief you on the whales and their habits, guidelines for sustainable whale watching, security measures on the boat and the kinds of whales you can encounter in the Mauritian waters.

Whale Watching: Encountering whales is an incredible experience - watch these remarkable mammals in the open sea as they swim beside the boat. With some luck, you may also see the whales jump out of the water or splash you with their huge tail, offering unique once-in-a-lifetime memories and picture-perfect moments. So get your camera ready because you will not want to miss a thing about this whole experience.

Refreshment & snorkelling: To make the happiness last longer, as part of this trip you will be able to snorkel near the reefs. You will discover the amazing underwater world where fish and anemones cohabit peacefully. Swim amongst colourful fishes, enjoy the surreal aquatic life which unfolds before you and live in the moment. Onboard you will be provided with refreshments, so whenever you feel a thirst coming up, ask your friendly skipper to throw you a bottle of water or fizzy drink. After your little snorkel activity, you will be taken back to Tamarin, feeling relaxed and still thinking of your whale watching experience.

A little information about Whales in Mauritius

It is possible to find many different types of whales in Mauritius. The most common whales are: Blainville's Beaked Whale, Gray's Beaked Whale, Dwarf Sperm Whale, and the Sperm Whale which is the most famous whale in Mauritius.

The Sperm Whale is the largest species of toothed whale, with adults growing to be about 15-18 meters (50-60 feet) long, and weighing about 45-70 tons. The body of sperm whales is robustly proportioned, with paddled-shaped flippers. The lower jaw is always relatively small and thin relative to the upper jaw. The Sperm Whale dives to great depths to find food, and it eats squid, fish, and even sharks.

We suggest you to bring the following:

• Hats

• Spare clothes

• Extra sun block cream for sun protection

• Camera

• Swimsuits (already on)

• Towels

• Note: there is a guarantee of 60% that you will see the whales. In case they are not spotted, there will be no money refund.
• This trip is done on speed boats, as it is much easier to look for the whales in comparison to catamarans which take much more time to arrive at the whale watching sites.
• Whale watching depends a lot on weather and sea conditions. If the sea is rough, it will be more difficult to see the whales.
• Upon request we can arrange your transport from and back to your hotel
• Snorkelling equipment is available onboard.
• Snorkelling is subject to time constraints and weather conditions; if it cannot be done, there will be no refund.
• The minimum age is 4 years, and children aged 4 participate free of charge.

Please note that:

• The activity time is confirmed at the time of booking; we cannot guarantee specific time slots.
• Participants must arrive at least 15 mins before departure time.
• All clients must fill in and sign a Disclaimer Form before participating in this activity.
• This trip is not recommended for pregnant women.
• Clients with limited mobility need to specify their weight.
• Children under 18 should be accompanied by an adult.
• Participants have to wear a life vest at all times.
• The management reserves the right to cancel any reservation if bad weather prevails, whereby safety of clients would be at stake.

Important Details to Submit

In order to process your booking, client MUST provide the following details at the comment box during the order process:

• Name of each participant as per the passports