5 Islands All-Inclusive Speedboat w/Snorkeling Sea Turtle

Fast boats, warm water, and a full day at sea. This 9-hour East Coast outing packs five islands, snorkeling, a waterfall, and a beach BBQ into one lively trip. I especially like the small-group format, limited to eight people, and the generous food and drink package. The route also gives you a good look at several famous coastal sights without arranging separate excursions.

The main attraction is the mix: you get speedboat thrills, time on Ile aux Cerfs, a stop at Grand River South East, and snorkeling in Blue Bay Marine Park. The main concern is consistency. One outing was praised for a clean boat and an excellent skipper named Sino, while another missed Blue Bay, snorkeling, the open bar, and much of the promised guiding after a German-speaking guide became ill.

The five details that shape your day

• A small speedboat group: The boat is limited to eight participants, which should feel more personal than a large shared cruise.
• Five island stops: The route includes Ile aux Cerfs, Ile aux Phares, Ile de La Passe, Ile aux Aigrettes, and Îlot Margenie.
• Blue Bay snorkeling: Several snorkeling sessions are planned, with tropical fish and the chance to see sea turtles.
• Beachside BBQ: Lunch on Ile aux Cerfs includes grilled chicken, grilled fish, rice, pasta, garlic bread, and salad.
• Open bar after the island stops: Rum, wine, beer, juice, soft drinks, water, snacks, and rum cocktails are included.
• A real value question: At $125 per person, the package is attractive if the full route, food, drinks, and water activities all operate as planned.

Leaving Trou d’Eau Douce on a fast boat

Your day starts and ends at the jetty in Trou d’Eau Douce, on Mauritius’ East Coast. To find it, search Google Maps for Debarcader Trou D’eau Douce. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included in the base price, although transfers can be arranged for an additional charge.

The speedboat is central to the experience. You are not simply being carried from one beach to another. The sound of the engine, open water, and quick runs between islands give the day its energy. If you like boats and want some excitement between stops, this is a better fit than a slow catamaran cruise.

The small group limit matters here. With no more than eight people, you should have a better chance of getting a clear view from the boat and asking the skipper questions. It also makes beach stops and snorkeling easier to manage than on a large vessel.

Still, this is a full nine-hour day. You will spend a lot of time in direct sun, on moving water, and at a steady pace. Bring sunscreen, a camera, and anything you need to stay comfortable outdoors. The supplied information does not specify whether towels, hotel transfers, or special dietary options are included, so ask before booking if any of those matter to you.

Ile aux Cerfs starts the island circuit

The first stop is Ile aux Cerfs, where you get about 45 minutes for a visit and refreshments. This opening stop gives you time to get your bearings before the boat heads farther along the coast.

Ile aux Cerfs is also the main beach stop later in the day, so this first visit is more of a preview than a full stay. You can expect a quick look at the island and a chance to stretch your legs. The shorter timing keeps the route moving, but it may feel brief if you want a long, quiet beach walk.

The island returns near the end of the tour for about two hours. That longer stay is when you can swim, sunbathe, drink coconut water, or consider optional water activities such as parasailing and a tube ride. The information provided does not say whether those activities are included in the $125 price, so confirm the cost before you commit.

Grand River South East brings a waterfall and monkeys

The boat then heads to Grand River South East, where a waterfall flows toward the Indian Ocean. This is one of the more scenic parts of the route because the water and coastline come together in one compact stop.

You may also have the chance to meet and feed wild Mauritian monkeys. That can be a memorable moment, especially if you enjoy wildlife encounters. I would treat it as an opportunity rather than a guarantee, since animal sightings and behavior can vary.

The monkey stop also deserves a little care. Follow the guide’s instructions and keep food controlled around the animals. The waterfall itself is the stronger reason to come here, but the monkeys add an unusual touch to a standard island-hopping route.

One outing included sightings of dolphins as well as the monkeys before the waterfall. Dolphins are listed among the possible sights, but they cannot be promised. Keep your camera ready, but enjoy the boat ride even if the sea remains quiet.

Ile aux Phares and Ile de La Passe add the history

After Grand River South East, the boat continues to Ile aux Phares and passes by Ile de La Passe on the way toward Blue Bay. These islands are part of the historical side of the trip, though the amount of explanation depends heavily on the guide available that day.

That point matters. The tour is designed for people interested in history, adventure, and exploration, but the supplied details do not provide a full historical talk or specific monuments visited on each island. If you want stories and context, ask the guide to explain the islands as you pass them.

The boat route itself gives you a useful view of the East Coast. You see islands from the water rather than arriving at each one for a long land visit. This is a good way to cover more ground, but it also means your time ashore is limited at most stops.

Blue Bay Marine Park is the day’s key water stop

The tour continues toward Blue Bay Marine Park, passing Ile de La Passe. This is the most important stop for anyone booking mainly for snorkeling.

Several snorkeling sessions are planned, with tropical fish and a chance to see sea turtles. Snorkeling equipment is included, so you do not need to bring your own mask and fins. The marine park gives the day a stronger nature focus than a simple beach cruise.

You should set your expectations carefully. The activity information promises access to the marine park and snorkeling, but it cannot promise clear water, a particular turtle sighting, or perfect sea conditions. The chance to see sea turtles is included as a possible highlight, not a guarantee.

There is also a practical reliability concern. On one reported outing, Blue Bay Marine Park was not visited and the snorkeling did not provide the expected experience. That was linked to a day when the German-speaking guide became ill, leaving only the skipper and no working guide in English. It is worth confirming the route and language support before departure, especially if Blue Bay is your main reason for booking.

Ile aux Aigrettes and the return past Îlot Margenie

After Blue Bay Marine Park, the boat passes by Ile aux Aigrettes for refreshments. This is a shorter pause, useful for breaking up the day before the return journey.

The route then heads back toward Ile aux Cerfs, passing Îlot Margenie. These passing views are part of the pleasure of a speedboat tour. You cover several points along the coast without spending hours on roads or changing vehicles.

The island names may blur together by the afternoon, so take a few photographs and listen for the guide’s explanations. If the guide is not available in your language, you may get the views without much context. That distinction is important here because the experience is not only about beaches. It is also sold as a history and exploration trip.

Two hours on Ile aux Cerfs and lunch on the beach

The final major stop is a two-hour break on Ile aux Cerfs. This is where the tour slows down. You can swim, sunbathe, drink coconut water, or simply enjoy the beach after several hours on the water.

Lunch is prepared on the beach. The BBQ includes grilled chicken, grilled fish, rice, pasta, garlic bread, and salad. That is a substantial spread for a boat excursion, and it helps explain the value of the all-inclusive price.

The drink package includes rum, wine, beer, juice, soft drinks, and water. Snacks are also included, and the bar is described as opening after the stop at Ile aux Aigrettes. Rum cocktails are prepared during the beach portion, giving the afternoon a relaxed holiday feel.

A live music performance or sega show is also planned. Sega is a Mauritian music and dance tradition, so this can add a local cultural note to lunch. The scale may be modest. One small group was seated away from the main activity and found the entertainment limited to one guitarist, so you should not book this expecting a large stage production.

The best way to view the lunch entertainment is as an extra, not the main event. The BBQ, beach time, and open bar carry the afternoon. If music is especially important to you, ask where your table will be and what performance is scheduled that day.

What $125 buys you in practical terms

At $125 per person, this is not the cheapest way to reach a beach in Mauritius. You are paying for a full nine-hour program rather than a short boat transfer.

The price includes the speedboat outing, five-island route, waterfall stop, snorkeling equipment, several snorkeling sessions, BBQ lunch, snacks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, lagoon cruising, and the chance to see dolphins and sea turtles. If the complete plan runs well, that is a strong bundle.

You also avoid arranging separate transport, lunch, snorkeling gear, and island visits. The small group limit adds value because you are not sharing the boat with a large crowd.

The value drops quickly if major elements are missed. The most serious concern is not a minor change in timing. It is the loss of Blue Bay, snorkeling, the open bar, or promised guiding. If those items matter most to you, confirm them at the start of the day and ask what happens if the advertised guide is unavailable.

Hotel pickup is extra, so add that cost if you are staying far from Trou d’Eau Douce. The base price makes the most sense for people who can reach the meeting point easily or who have already budgeted for a transfer.

The guide and language question

Guiding is offered in English, French, German, Italian, and Romanian. That wide language range is helpful, but the actual guide assigned to your boat matters more than the list of available languages.

One highly praised outing had a clean, fast boat and a skipper named Sino. The group had only six people, and the day was described as especially enjoyable. That gives you a useful picture of the experience at its best: a tidy boat, a capable skipper, and enough space for everyone.

But you should not assume every departure will have the same language support. On one occasion, a German-speaking guide became ill at short notice. The group had no English-speaking guide either, and the skipper alone handled the outing. Without a guide, the island stops had little explanation and several planned activities were missed.

If you speak English, French, German, Italian, or Romanian, confirm which language will be available on your specific departure. If the answer changes on the morning of the tour, ask clearly about the planned route, Blue Bay, snorkeling, lunch, and drinks before leaving the jetty.

Who will enjoy this East Coast day

I would recommend this tour to you if you want a busy day with several different experiences. It suits people who enjoy speedboats, swimming, beach time, snorkeling, casual wildlife sightings, and an open bar. Couples, small groups of friends, and active families may like the variety.

It is also a good choice if you want to see many East Coast highlights without arranging each one separately. The small boat and nine-hour length make it more personal and more ambitious than a short sightseeing cruise.

I would be cautious if you want a slow, quiet day. You move from stop to stop, and the boat ride is part of the point. You should also think twice if you need guaranteed accessibility details, a strict dietary plan, or a fully structured cultural presentation, since those specifics are not provided.

This is not the ideal pick for someone who only wants a long, empty beach afternoon. You receive about two hours on Ile aux Cerfs, but the rest of the day is spread across the lagoon, islands, waterfall, marine park, and boat.

Should you book the five-island speedboat?

Book it if the full package appeals to you: a fast boat, Blue Bay snorkeling, a beach BBQ, open drinks, and several island views in one day. At $125, the combination can be good value, especially with a group of no more than eight.

Before paying, confirm the meeting point, the extra cost of hotel transfer, the guide language, and that Blue Bay Marine Park and snorkeling are operating that day. The tour has a lot going for it, but its value depends on the complete program being delivered.

If you want a lively, all-day Mauritius outing and can accept some flexibility, I would consider booking it. If a particular guide language or the marine park is non-negotiable, make that confirmation first.

FAQ

Where does the tour start and finish?

The tour starts and ends at the jetty in Trou d’Eau Douce. You can search Google Maps for Debarcader Trou D’eau Douce to find the meeting point.

How long does the experience last?

The speedboat tour lasts nine hours. Starting times vary, so you need to check availability for your chosen date.

What islands are included in the route?

The route includes Ile aux Cerfs, Ile aux Phares, Ile de La Passe, Ile aux Aigrettes, and Îlot Margenie.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

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

Is lunch included?

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

What drinks are included?

The all-inclusive package includes rum, wine, beer, juice, soft drinks, water, snacks, and rum cocktails.

Is hotel pickup included?

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

What languages are available?

Guiding is offered in English, French, German, Italian, and Romanian. Confirm the available guide language for your specific departure, since guide availability can change.