Snorkeling with Giant Turtles Port Louis and the Odyseo Aquarium

3.7 (9 reviews) Port Louis, Mauritius
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

* Note: It is forbidden to touch or interact with the turtles.
* Note: This tour is private except for the turtles portion.
* Note: Typically the turtles portion of the tour is done first, however this may change depending on the tides. While frequent, turtle sightings are not guaranteed

This action-packed day takes you from the peaceful lagoons of the North of Mauritius to the capital of Port Louis.

Begin with a once-in-a-lifetime experience: Snorkeling with giant turtles! You'll board a boat from the northwest coast , and take a short ride to where the turtles are. Masks and tubes are provided (fins are not allowed).

Spend the afternoon in the vibrant capital of Port Louis. You’ll visit the Odyseo Aquarium, with over 200 species of aquatic marine life native to the Indian Ocean. Learn about conservation efforts designed to preserve marine life, including sea turtles!

Continue your adventure in Port Louis by visiting the famous Caudan Waterfront, Central Market, and Fort Adelaide.

What's included

  • Snorkeling with turtles
  • Air-conditioned and insured taxi, minibus or coach
  • Hotel pickup, dropoff and transportation in a private vehicle
  • Services of a fully licensed, qualified driver
  • Snorkeling gear (masks and tubes - fins are not allowed)
  • Meals or drinks
  • Odysseo Oceanarium Mauritius

What to expect

  1. Plage de Trou aux Biches
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Start the day with one of the most unique experiences in Mauritius: snorkeling with wild, giant turtles! You will board a boat on the northwest coast of the island and have the opportunity to snorkel with turtles in their natural environment. These Giant Green Sea Turtles can reach up to 1.2m in length and weigh up to 200kg. Apart from the turtles, you can see a variety of marine life, including different varieties of tropical fish and coral. Snorkeling gear is included (masks and tubes - fins are not allowed)!

    Note: Typically the swimming with wild turtles portion of the tour is done first, however this may change depending on the tides. The total time spent on the boat and snorkeling is around 45 minutes.
  2. Odysseo Oceanarium Mauritius
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    The Odysseo Aquarium is the largest oceanarium in the Mascarene Archipelago, and the first of its kind in Mauritius! The oceanarium showcases 45 habitats of different sizes and shapes, and over 200 species of aquatic marine life that inhabit the Indian Ocean. Guests will be able to learn about conservation efforts designed to preserve marine life in the Indian Ocean, including the giant sea turtles from the morning’s snorkeling.
  3. 1h
    Learn about the tea-making process and the history of tea in Mauritius. You’ll also have the chance to sample some teas.
  4. Le Caudan Waterfront
    1h
    Explore one of the most well-known areas of Port Louis: the famous Caudan Waterfront. Full of shops, restaurants, an arts centre, a casino and more, Caudan is the ultimate place to take in the stunning views of Port Louis’ harbour, or enjoy a Phoenix beer on a patio.
  5. 1h
    The Port Louis Market (Central Market) is an authentic Mauritian market located in downtown Port Louis. With an array of fruits, vegetables, spices, clothing, souvenirs, and much more for sale, guests can shop, or just take in the sights and sounds of the bustling market. Don’t forget to bargain if you decide to shop!
  6. Citadel Fort Adelaide
    1h
    Enjoy a panoramic view of Port Louis from atop Fort Adelaide. Built by the British in the 1830s, Fort Adelaide is the perfect place to enjoy a 360 degree view of Port Louis, so make sure you bring your camera!

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up at all hotels, B&Bs, apartments on the island. Please let us know which hotel, B&B or apartment you're staying at. We will let you know your exact pickup time upon booking, but it will generally be at between 8:00am and 9:00am. The driver will meet you in the lobby of the hotel, near the reception. Dropoff back at your hotel is also included.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The swimming with turtles portion of this outing is not recommended for pregnant women. All children under 12 years old should be accompanied.
  • This tour lasts up to eight hours, and you will be able to choose how long you spend at each attraction (except for the turtles portion). Depending on your group’s speed you may not have time to see all the listed attractions. You will be able to stop for lunch but the price of the lunch is not included
  • Bring swimwear and a towel for the swimming with turtles portion, and a change of clothes and comfortable walking shoes for the rest of the tour
  • Life jackets and a pre-snorkel safety briefing are provided
  • To snorkel, participants must be comfortable in open water

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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