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Dolphins Encounter and Whale Watching
4.6(185)Mauritius4–5 hours
VIATOR4.8(33)TRIPADVISOR4.6(152)
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At a glance
Duration
4–5 hours
Price from
$132 / person
Location
Mauritius
Rating
4.6 / 5 · 185 reviews
Languages
EN, FR
Group
Small group, up to 14
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Dolswim Ltd
Meeting point
Departure PointLa Jetée Road, Grande Rivière Noire, Black River, MauritiusGPS PointS(y) 20.36432 E(x) 57.37234DirectionsGPS Point: S(y) 20.36432 E(x) 57.37234DatesSee Availability
Description
Make your dreams come true during a unique dolphin encounter and discover the wonderful world of the whales.
An unforgettable experience: swimming with wild dolphins in their natural environment. If you don't want to swim with them, you can also observe them from the boat.
The second part of the excursion: whale watching. With the help of a hydrophone, our crew will try to localize them. And once on site, observation from the boat only , NO SWIMMING. Admire these amazing creatures.
lifejackets are compulsory on our boat and in the water.
Dolphin tour not appropriate for children under 18months and whales tour not appropriate for children under 3years old
Tour Options
Dolphins Encounter and Whale Watching
Itinerary
Dolswim
Admission included300 min
Meeting time at 6:45 a.m. in Black River. At 7 a.m. you will leave on one of our speed boats for an unforgettable encounter. You will observe wild dolphins in their natural environment. If the conditions are right, you can also swim with them, accompanied by a skipper (max 2 persons at a time). We will first explain you the rules for a respectful encounter with the dolphins. The first part of this excursion ends with a snorkeling on the coral reef.
Then it is time to go observe the whales. With the help of a hydrophone, our crew will try to localize them. Sperm whales can be observed all year round while humpback whales can be observed between June and October. Water and soft drinks will be served during the trip.
Return around 12:30 p.m.
We guarantee a 60% chance to see the whales.
What's included
Included
Professional guide
Bottled water
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Live commentary on board
Soft drinks
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Breakfast
Lunch
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
185 reviews
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Important Information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair: the wheelchair cannot be taken on board, but we can carry the guest onto the boat. Please advise weight. Wheelchair guests will not be taken into the water. Exclusive excursion recommended for these guests
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Dolphins Encounter and Whale Watching take?
Dolphins Encounter and Whale Watching lasts about 4–5 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Dolphins Encounter and Whale Watching cost?
Prices start at $132 per person for this Mauritius experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Dolphins Encounter and Whale Watching for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Departure Point: La Jetée Road, Grande Rivière Noire, Black River, Mauritius. GPS Point: S(y) 20.36432 E(x) 57.37234. Directions: GPS Point: S(y) 20.36432 E(x) 57.37234. Dates: See Availability. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Dolphins Encounter and Whale Watching offered in?
The experience is available in EN, FR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 14 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair: the wheelchair cannot be taken on board, but we can carry the guest onto the boat. Please advise weight. Wheelchair guests will not be taken into the water. Exclusive excursion recommended for these guests
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Dolphins Encounter and Whale Watching worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 185 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Dolswim Ltd.
Reviews(185)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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230Joh230
October 1, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
100% recommend
Fantastic boat trip so lucky to see 6 whales including a hugh male and a mum and its baby. So magical to see . Followed by seeing dolphins and stopping later for a bit of snorkelling. The boat was really comfortable, crew friendly and informative, really loved the respect they gave the whales staying a respectful distance unlike some other boats who were really too close and also let people swim with them which our crew explained is just too distressing for the whales and something they would never allow ❤️
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P5652QUpatriciam
September 15, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
AWESOME
It's great to see sperm whales in the open sea despite the cold because it is still the end of the austral winter.
Dolphins were also present, but be careful, to swim with them, you have to jump onto them from the boat. It is distressing to see that.
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jonathancathy
August 22, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Swimming with dolphins
Very nice excursion, we were lucky enough to see a whale, just disappointed to swim with the dolphins; once in the water we could not see them as the water was not clear.
Otherwise, the guides respect the rules very well compared to other companies that do not care.
Very nice moment, just a shame also that they do not try to put people who speak French together on the boat.
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Anupam1975
August 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing!
We had an amazing experience..the guides were excellent. We saw sperm whales and a lot of dolphins. The guides were careful about safety and also were mindful about not disturbing the whales and dolphins. They took us to a nice foot for snorkeling too.
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G5285YDnoram
August 8, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Beautiful experience
Great experience even if we didn't manage to see any whales, the team was very friendly and professional.
Swimming in the middle of the dolphins was extraordinary.
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celinel83
August 5, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Very beautiful experience
Very beautiful experience, we were lucky enough to see sperm whales and swim with the dolphins
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K5820XOrainerm
July 28, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
good tour
Beautiful whale watching and exciting swimming with dolphins.
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chuyeeo
July 27, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Magical and humbling experience
Amazing experience, our guide expertly brought us alongside dolphins and sperm whales and showed great respect for the animals. During one interaction we gently steered toward an adolescent sperm whale, engine off and we just floated metres away quietly observing her for some minutes. Unfortunately, a boat from another tour company saw the whale and sped over scaring the whale away with the sound of their engine, she dived down. But it was magical while it lasted, absolutely would recommend this company.
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Voyage67309624213
July 19, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Encounter with many whales 🩵
We were able to spot a great many whales and were blown away. The tour was organized super well and the crew was very likable.
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47nataliey
July 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Beautiful dolphin encounter
It was very nice, however I had the impression that the dolphins were being disturbed by us over time. I would have liked to have ended the excursion earlier
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