🕐 Half Day (06:00 – 09:30)📍 West Coast, Tamarin🚗 Hotel Pickup Included❌ Free Cancellation✉️ Instant Email Confirmation
Duration
3.5 hours
Pickup Time
06:00 – 06:30
Language
EN / FR
Availability
Year-round
About This Tour
Swim with Dolphins at Tamarin
Swimming with wild dolphins in Mauritius is one of the most unforgettable experiences the island has to offer. This early-morning tour takes you to Tamarin Bay on the west coast — home to resident pods of Spinner and Bottlenose dolphins that gather at dawn in the calm, sheltered waters.
Unlike organised tank encounters, this is a true open-water wildlife experience. You'll enter the sea and swim alongside the dolphins in their natural habitat. Our professional bilingual skipper knows the area and the dolphins' morning patterns — giving you the best possible chance of a long, close encounter. You're back at your hotel by mid-morning, leaving the rest of the day free.
What You'll Experience
Tour Highlights
Featured Experience
Open-Water Dolphin Encounter
Swim alongside wild Spinner and Bottlenose dolphins in Tamarin Bay. No tanks, no enclosures — this is a genuine open-sea wildlife experience with resident dolphin pods in their natural habitat.
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Lagoon Snorkelling
After the dolphins, snorkel vibrant coral reefs with tropical fish. Crew may use a hydrophone to detect whales in winter months.
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Half-Day — Back by 09:30
Early departure means you're back at your hotel by mid-morning. The entire rest of the day is yours to enjoy.
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Private Hotel Transfer
Exclusive vehicle from your hotel direct to Tamarin Bay. No shared pickups or waiting.
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Professional Bilingual Skipper
English and French speaking skipper with expert knowledge of the dolphins' morning patterns at Tamarin.
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Breakfast on Board
Start your morning right with a freshly prepared breakfast on the boat before heading out to sea.
Day Programme
Your Itinerary
06:00
Hotel Pickup
Early morning pickup from your hotel. Enjoy the quiet sunrise drive to the west coast.
07:30
Arrive at Tamarin Bay
Board the boat with your experienced skipper and head out to the open sea where dolphins gather in the early morning.
08:00
Swim with Wild Dolphins
Encounter pods of Spinner and Bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat. Swim alongside them in the crystal-clear open water — an unforgettable experience.
08:30
Snorkelling in the Lagoon
Explore vibrant coral reefs and tropical fish. Your crew may also use a hydrophone to listen for humpback and sperm whales — especially in winter.
09:30
Return to Hotel
Back at shore, your private vehicle is waiting. Comfortable return transfer — you're back at your hotel by mid-morning.
Package Details
What's Included
✓ Included
Private hotel pickup & drop-off
Professional bilingual skipper
Boat trip to dolphin area
Snorkelling equipment
Life jackets provided
Towel
Breakfast
✗ Not Included
Travel insurance
Gratuities (optional)
Logistics
Meeting Point
Hotel Pickup — Island-wide
Your driver will collect you from your hotel entrance at approximately 06:00. The exact pickup time is confirmed in your booking email and depends on your hotel location.
Packing Guide
What to Bring
Towel
Swimwear
Sunscreen (reef-safe preferred)
Sunglasses
Waterproof camera or phone case
Light jacket (early morning can be cool)
Useful Information
Good to Know
🌅This is an early morning tour (06:00 pickup). Dolphins are most active in the early hours — this is why we start early.
🐬Dolphin sightings are very likely but cannot be 100% guaranteed as they are wild animals. Our experienced skipper knows the best spots.
⛵The trip may be cancelled or rescheduled if sea conditions are unsafe. A full refund or alternative date will be offered.
👨👩👧Children are welcome on this tour. Life jackets are provided for all ages. Children aged 3–11 qualify for the child ticket rate.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The best place to swim with wild dolphins in Mauritius is Tamarin Bay on the west coast. Resident pods of Spinner and Bottlenose dolphins gather in the sheltered bay in the early morning hours. Tamarin is the only location in Mauritius where you can reliably encounter dolphins year-round in the open sea. Learn more at Mauritius Now.
Yes. Our tours are conducted with full safety equipment including life jackets. The dolphins are wild and will approach the boat voluntarily — you simply enter the water when they are close. Our bilingual skipper briefs all guests before entering the water. See all our Mauritius excursions for other options.
Use the booking form on this page to select your vehicle type and passenger count. You'll receive an instant email confirmation. For early morning tours we recommend booking at least 48 hours in advance. Need an airport transfer for your arrival?
Nager avec des dauphins sauvages à l'Île Maurice est l'une des expériences les plus inoubliables de l'île. Cette excursion matinale vous emmène à la Baie de Tamarin sur la côte ouest — résidence de dauphins Spinner et Bottlenose qui se rassemblent à l'aube dans les eaux calmes et abritées.
Notre skipper bilingue professionnel connaît parfaitement les habitudes matinales des dauphins. Retour à votre hôtel en milieu de matinée, le reste de la journée vous appartient.
Programme de la Journée
Votre Itinéraire
06:00
Prise en charge à l'hôtel
Départ matinal de votre hôtel pour rejoindre la côte ouest.
07:30
Arrivée à la Baie de Tamarin
Embarquement avec votre skipper expérimenté vers la zone où se rassemblent les dauphins.
08:00
Nage avec les Dauphins Sauvages
Rencontrez des dauphins Spinner et Bottlenose dans leur habitat naturel. Une expérience inoubliable en eau libre.
08:30
Plongée dans le Lagon
Explorez des récifs coralliens avec des poissons tropicaux. L'équipage peut utiliser un hydrophone pour détecter des baleines en hiver.
09:30
Retour à l'hôtel
Votre chauffeur vous attend pour le retour confortable à votre hôtel.
Détails du Forfait
Ce qui est Inclus
✓ Inclus
Transfert privé hôtel aller-retour
Skipper bilingue professionnel
Balade en bateau vers les dauphins
Équipement de plongée
Gilets de sauvetage
Serviette
Petit-déjeuner
✗ Non Inclus
Assurance voyage
Pourboires (facultatifs)
À Emporter
Que Faut-il Apporter ?
Serviette
Maillot de bain
Crème solaire (sans corail de préférence)
Lunettes de soleil
Appareil photo étanche ou coque pour téléphone
Veste légère (le matin peut être frais)
Informations Utiles
Bon à Savoir
🌅Départ à 06:00 — les dauphins sont plus actifs tôt le matin. Retour à 09:30.
🐬Les dauphins sont très probables mais ne peuvent être garantis à 100% car ce sont des animaux sauvages.
⛵L'excursion peut être reportée en cas de mer agitée. Remboursement complet ou autre date proposée.
👨👩👧Les enfants sont les bienvenus. Gilets de sauvetage fournis pour tous. Tarif enfant (3–11 ans) disponible.
Questions Fréquentes
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La Baie de Tamarin sur la côte ouest est l'endroit idéal pour nager avec des dauphins sauvages. Des dauphins Spinner et Bottlenose résidents y sont présents toute l'année. En savoir plus sur Mauritius Now.
Oui. Nos excursions sont réalisées avec tout l'équipement de sécurité. Notre skipper bilingue informe tous les participants avant d'entrer dans l'eau. Voir toutes nos excursions à l'Île Maurice.
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