Dolphin Encounters, Ile aux Benitier & Crystal rock: Full-Day (Lunch & Transfer)
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Enjoy a full-day activity of swimming with dolphins, snorkeling at the crystal rock and exploring the Benitier Islet with a delicious Barbecue 3-Course lunch.
A unique experience of swimming activity with dolphins in their natural surroundings! This is definitely one of the best things to do in Mauritius. You’ll plunge into the remarkable world of these powerful marine mammals and come face to face with the dolphins.
You will visit and snorkel at the Crystal Rock while admiring the magnificent view of Le Morne Mountain.
You will be cruising to Benitier Islet for lunch & spend the afternoon in the magnificent lagoon. The chefs will start preparing lunch as soon as you will be on the island. A wide selection of unlimited beverages (Non-alcoholic & Alcoholic) will be available during lunch.
After lunch, you can enjoy some relaxation time - have the leisure to tan on the beach, walk around the endless beach of the island or explore the amazing lagoons & coral reefs around the island.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at the time of booking
Please advise of any food allergies or illness
In case of of Cyclone or torrential rainfall alert, you will receive a full refund if cancellation is made by the operator
Children ages 3 years and under are free. Please notify of CHILD/ INFANT SEAT at the time of booking
Please bring your own towels and another spare clothes
Pick-up time may vary depending upon your location
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Flic En Flac
Begin your 7 to 8 hours tour: Dolphin swimming, Crystal rock, Benitier islet & lunch with a hotel pick-up at your accommodation anywhere in Mauritius. You will meet and be greeted by our certified guide and after boarding to your comfortable vehicle, we will set off to flic en flac or tamarin, a village nestled in the west of Mauritius. Arriving there, you will board to your speed boat & start cruising to the open sea to see & swim with the dolphin. While cruising, our skipper and guide will explain to you how to approach these beautiful mammals and swimming rules to respect these lovely dolphins and their natural environment. Arriving at the spot, you will have the opportunity to swim with dolphins which is an incredibly moving experience which will bring you into contact with strikingly beautiful scenery, unspoiled landscapes, and wonderful animals. You’ll plunge into the remarkable world of these powerful marine mammals and come face to face with the dolphins.
Crystal Rock
After swimming with the dolphin, you'll be heading to the famous and natural Crystal rock. Over there, you will have the opportunity to snorkel in the pure crystal lagoon and take great pictures. The crystal rock is a beautiful natural phenomenon occurring in the southwest of the island in the lagoons of Le Morne. This subliminal rock formation sits just a couple of hundred meters away from the shore and offers a splendid view to anyone who lays their eyes on it.
What‘s Included
Services of a fully qualified guide and driver
Pick-up and drop-off at any accommodation in Mauritius
Snorkeling equipments are provided
Dolphin Encounters at the West lagoon
3-course BBQ Lunch at Benitier Islet (Veg & Non-Veg)
Selection of Unlimited Drinks (Alcoholic & Non-alcoholic) will be served during Lunch
Private transportation in a fully air-conditioned vehicle
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Dolphin Encounters, Ile aux Benitier & Crystal rock: Full-Day (Lunch & Transfer)
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Reviews
166 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great day
nesbelf,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing time, it has been easily one of the highlights of my trip. Everything was very well organized from start to finish. The boat crew were friendly and knowledgeable, and seeing the dolphins in their natural environment was truly unforgettable. My only complaint is that I would loved to have spent more time watching the dolphins. The visit to Crystal Rock and the relaxing time on Ile aux Benitiers were both beautiful and perfectly paced, and the lunch was fresh, tasty, and exactly what you want after a morning on the water. I also want to give special praise to the transfer driver. Radhika was extremely professional, punctual, and made the whole journey smooth and stress-free. It really made a difference knowing we were in safe, capable hands, and her friendly attitude added to the great experience. I would absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting Mauritius who wants a well-run, enjoyable, and memorable day out.
Great excursion
790verenap,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great organization, great food. Some dolphins seen
Excellent day out - Recommended
Malliber,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent day. Picked up at our hotel in Trou aux Biches at 6:15am & driven to Flic en Flac to meet they boat. Snorkeling kit provided but many brought their own. Well worth bringing a GoPro or similar as they're not supplied but you'll treasure the memories. Swam with Spinner Dolphins then snorkeled in the clearest water I've ever seen with the coral fishes before stopping for lunch and drinks at Ill aux Benitier. Music & dancing as we made our way back to Flic en Flac & left the boat at 2:30 pm. Back in the hotel an hour later. Glorious day. Unforgettable. Excellent crew.
Awesome experience
Melissa F,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome experience with great guides (with a great sense of humour) and delicious beach lunch. Once in a lifetime experience swimming with the dolphins. Would definitely do this again if given the opportunity.
Fantastic nature
V1383ZLclaudiam,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful hike in nature, the stop in Ile des Benitiers was fantastic, the staff friendly and kind
A positive happy experience
W9033VUmichelled,,Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went on this tour with my two teenage children and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and would recommend the trip, we particularly enjoyed the dolphin encounter and snorkeling. The staff were excellent and informative and friendly. Even the speed boat ride was thrilling and fun, the lunch was amazing and delicious, there was plenty to eat and drink. Our friendly taxi driver was waiting for us at the beach at the end of the day to take us home, the day ran smoothly from hotel pick up to hotel drop off, I can’t recommend this trip enough, a great experience thank you.
Review
subodht410,,Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I recently used the pick-up and drop service provided by Radhika, and I must say it was an excellent experience. She was punctual, polite, and very professional throughout the ride. The car was clean and comfortable, and she ensured a smooth and safe journey from start to finish.
Transfer with Radhika
NorthStar06743026502,,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks to Radhika for her professionalism and kindness we had a great time with her during the transfer 😊
A great day at the seaside!
Z3624AHthomasr,,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The transfer from/to the hotel was very well organized and worked out accordingly. The speedboats are well filled and mixed in a correspondingly linguistically colorful way. Snorkeling with the dolphins was not nice, as far too many boats followed the dolphin school again and again. The snorkel stop was great! However, the corals are also heavily attacked here. But the fish variety was still incredibly beautiful! The Crystal Rock is more of a skirt but still very worth seeing in this magnificent bay! The grilled food on the island was quaint! Proper toilets, however, are in short supply all day.
Ride from hell - actual boat trip great
Shelby B,,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00For starters : pickup was advised for 7am But got text it was 530. The driver in the rain and fog drove over 100pmh for most of the journey. Basically we were so scared - that no one spoke !! The journey was approximately 1.5 hours long. The company should not employ drivers like this. The actual boat trip/dolphins/island lunch was great but then again the driver drove like a maniac - this time good weather, nearly rear ended 2 other vehicles, and due to speed had the cheek to bib at a lady who was in the distance to cross road quicker!!
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