Planning a trip to Mauritius and wondering which water sports you can’t miss? This is the right blog to click!
Choosing the perfect water sport in Mauritius can be overwhelming, as the island thrives on tourism and offers countless activities to keep its guests entertained.
However, this blog will help you understand the best watersports in Mauritius, their prices and what each activity feels like. And by the end of this blog, you will be able to select your favourites to add to your bucket list!
Water Sports to Experience
Beaches and watersports are the main, popular attractions of Mauritius. And there are various options to choose from that can be experienced by everyone!
Parasailing
Parasailing is hands down the most popular water sport on any beach. Goa or Mauritius, this is the first activity people go for, but honestly, all this hype is for the right reasons.
Your adventure begins with a tiny speedboat ride away from the beach. Once you’re strapped into your harness, you are connected to the boat and a type of Parachute called the Parasail.
While the wind blows through the sea, the parasail will lift you high above the ocean. Imagine the thrill of being at a height, away from the beach and with a panoramic view! This can also be done as a couple (double parasailing), making it the best water sport in Mauritius for couples.
The exciting part is that while you are immersed in the scenery, the boat will slow down and you’ll be gently dropped into the water. Don’t panic; that’s part of the experience! A quick splash before you soar up again!
- Price: 2500-3500 INR (Single or Double, approx.)
- Best location/local operator: Aquacity water sports or Dodo Mauritius
Seabob Ride (Sea Scooter)
Seabobs are powerful water scooters that let you rev and glide through the water at up to 40 kmph, including underwater. It’s technically a half scooter with no seats to sit on, but you lean and grip the handles and it drags you when you accelerate.
Seabob sounds different, right? Yes, as Indians, it’s unlikely we heard about it in India. There are two reasons for this: Seabobs are extremely expensive, and there are no public Seabob activities available in India (yet).
Grand Bay in Mauritius will offer you this ride. People who have been on this describe it as ‘I felt like a dolphin in the sea’ and ‘I felt like I was in a James Bond movie’. The scooter will have five speed levels, which can be altered according to your mood.
As I mentioned before, the vehicle can also be driven underwater. But it only descends 2.5m giving you a quick glimpse of the corals before surfacing. And even if you get out of breath, one rev and you’ll be back up to the surface in no time.
Note: You might need a swimming nose clip to avoid getting water into your nostrils.
- Price: 5700 INR/person for 30 mins (approx)
- Best location/local operator: Grand Baie
Scuba Diving
Scuba diving in Mauritius isn’t just any water activity, but it’s a bucket list dream for a lot of travellers. Mauritius is an oceanic island with coral reefs surrounding it, making it one of the best countries to dive.
Kids at and above the age of 10 can enjoy diving in the deep sea. Suit up in your wetsuit, put on the helmet, and dive into the deep blue sea.
You’ll be surrounded by corals, colourful fish and curious turtles gliding by. You can also spot ancient ship wrecks at some locations!
This is one of the activities that will stay with you long after the trip is over
- Price: 7500 INR/person (Beginner’s package)
- Best location/local operator: Scuba World Diving Mauritius
Underwater Walk
What about walking on the sea floor without getting your hair wet? That’s exactly what this underwater walk offers.
If Scuba diving feels intimidating, the underwater walk is the perfect way to explore the beauty of Mauritian lagoons without stress.
In this unique activity, you’ll be walking on the ocean floor with a specially designed underwater helmet. The helmet will provide you with a steady oxygen supply for your trip to the underworld.
After a bit of briefing you onboard, you will be taken underwater to a depth of 3-4 m (9-14 ft) deep. Apart from professional instructions, there will be 8-12 participants with you for 15-30 minutes.
Walk next to the corals, see them up close, while scaly fish gracefully float around you.
- Price: 3000 INR/ person (approx.)
- Best location/local operator: Mauritius Seawalk, Grand Baie and Belle Mare. Aquacity watersports
Kayaking/Canoeing
If you are into adventure mixed with serenity, then kayaking is the right choice, as it is the perfect water sport in Mauritius for adults.
Did you know that there are caves in Mauritius that can be reached only by sea? Those are known as the Albion caves. And Kayaking is one of the ways to make it possible.
Journey begins at Pointe Aux Sables, with a quick crash course on the basics of Kayaking, along with a Kayak, helmet, paddle and a dry bag.
Once you are set, it is you, the kayak and the ocean. As the sun radiates and the breeze brushes you, you’ll glide slowly through the water, moving forward slowly. Not before long, the rugged series of caves will reveal itself. After a good day of Canoeing, the activity wraps up at Albion Beach.
- Price: 9000 INR/ person (approx.)
- Best location/local operator: Yemaya adventures, Pointe Aux Sables
Windsurfing
Windsurfing is for thrill seekers as it is a unique fusion of sailing and surfing. Your board is entirely powered by wind with the help of a massive sail in the middle of the board.
Local companies like the Ion Club will give windsurfing courses, which will start in calm, shallow waters, ensuring your safety. It is agreed that windsurfing is a pricer water sport in Mauritius, but the rush of gliding over the ocean is priceless.
- Price: 36,000-40,000 INR/person for a 6-hour lesson (approx.)13,000-19,000 INR/person for a 2-hour rental
- Best location/local operator: ION CLUB, Le Morne.
Paddleboarding
Also known as Stand-up Paddle (SUP), this activity is similar to Kayaking and Surfing. You’ll have a paddle boat that looks like a surfboard and a long paddle to move yourself. The key difference is that you’ll be standing up while paddling, rather than sitting.
This sport is a full-body workout, and since you are standing, you’ll have a better view of the sea and the horizon. A few people even try out yoga on those boards, which is officially known as ‘SUP Yoga’.
A lot of local companies will take you on a 30-minute to 1-hour sea activity, or you can rent these boards yourself and enjoy a day at sea.
- Price: 4000 INR/person (A 2 hr course with an instructor) (approx.) 4000 INR/ 1 SUP rentals (For up to 3 hours)
- Best location/local operator: Kitesurf paradise and SUP school.
Note: There are more packages available at different rates.
Water Ski
Familiar with snow skiing? That is almost what this is, except you’ll be skiing on water. Like many other water activities, this sport is also done with the help of a speed motorboat.
You start crouched down with skis strapped to your feet, holding onto the rope attached to your speedboat. You stretch your leg as the boat accelerates, and before you know it, you’ll be smoothly gliding across the water.
You just need to maintain you balance, and learn to shift your weight to the balls of your feet to have the boat pull you smoothly.
- Price: 6000 INR/person (approx.)
- Best location/local operator: Grand Baie
Snorkelling
Unlike many other activities, snorkelling is simple, inexpensive and can be enjoyed by almost everyone. All you need is a snorkel mask and a tube.
Snorkelling is a water activity where you wear a mask that covers your eyes and mouth, and you use a long tube to breathe.
This simple activity does not require fancy equipment or difficult practice, just step in as watch sunrays dance under the shallow end of blue water, a glimpse of corals and colorful fishes.!
Try checking the mask that fits you best. Dip your face in the water once to check for leaks. If you don’t notice any, you are good to go!
Note: To tackle the problem of condensation (fogging up), the most straightforward and free solution is your saliva. Yes, it’s gross, but just spit on the dry glass and give it a good rub. Works like a charm!
Unlike other activities, this can be done by yourself, at your own pace, at most of the beaches and waterfalls of Mauritius, making this a free water sport in Mauritius.
Just make sure that the water is calm and shallow. Avoid beaches with rough and high tides.
- Price: Free
- Best location/local operator: Sexyboy watersports
Tube Ride
Think of this as the Goa’s classic banana tube water ride. The tube ride in Mauritius involves sitting on a couch-like inflatable tube as a speedboat pulls you across the water.
Only a maximum of four people can ride at a time. But the fun part is holding onto your life as the tube pulls and zigzags you across the water.
- Price: 2000-2500 INR/person (approx.)
- Best location/local operator: Dodo Mauritius and Aquacity watersports
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Note: There are various packages available at different rates from different operators in Mauritius. All the prices given in the blogs are approximations.
Conclusion
Mauritius is not just limited to a relaxing paradise, but it can also unleash the adrenaline junkie in you. Whether it is the butterflies you get when you are lifted during parasailing or the serenity of Kayaking, you’ll find the one that suits you best. The best part is that you don’t have to be a pro swimmer to experience any of these activities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Turkey Itinerary
Are watersports in Mauritius safe?
Yes, Mauritius is famous for its varieties and safe watersports. The country has shallow lagoons, which corals guard, and you’ll always have an instructor if you are doing it with a watersports agency.
Best watersports in Mauritius for couples?
Almost all water sports can be enjoyed by couples, but the best ones to try would be the Seabob ride, kayaking, and paddleboarding.
What are the prices for parasailing in Mauritius?
Parasailing is one of the best activities to be done in Mauritius and its Islands. The prices of them typically fall anywhere between 2500-3500 INR (Single and double).
