7 2-Hour Experiences in Mauritius to Build a Day Around

1.2 Hours Guided Quad Bike Tour in Bel Ombre Nature Reserve

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews Our pick

Drive a quad through Bel Ombre Nature Reserve with guides such as Aniket, Akash, or Jerome. Expect forest tracks, sugar cane fields, wildlife, old sugar mill ruins, mountain-to-lagoon views, and a stop at Hirondelles Waterfall where you can swim. The two-hour route suits families and first-time riders.

“Great experience, so much fun! Our guide Aniket was very helpful and funny and could answer any questions while we were on the tour”

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2.2 Hours Buggy Ride – Bel Ombre Nature Reserve

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews

Spend about two hours driving a buggy through Bel Ombre Nature Reserve with a guide leading the way. You’ll follow routes through the valley, stop at Frederica waterfall, and may get soaked beneath the falling water. Bring a bathing suit, expect a moderate physical workout, and return to the starting point.

“Loved the 2 Hours Buggy Bel Ombre Nature Reserve trip! Perfect for those who enjoy a bit of an adventure. The guides were fantastic - super friendly and kept everyone safe while having a blast. The buggy ride itself was a ton of fun, bouncing along the nature trails. And of Read more”

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3.2-Hour Quad Bike Tour of the Wild South of Mauritius

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 84 reviews · 2 hours · from $132

Ride a quad for two hours through the wild south of Mauritius with an English- or French-speaking guide. Expect rough farm tracks, sugarcane fields, waterfalls, Rochester Falls, Gris-Gris, La Roche Qui Pleure, and wide sea views. Transfers may be added when booking.

“It was a very exciting tour full of experience. Enjoyed it very much. Swimming in waterfalls, eating fresh coconut, driving through sugarcane fields. Perfect for families with teenagers.”

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4.Guided Kayak 2-Hour Activity with Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · from $58Best value

Meet at 6:20 am at Tamarin Bay Surfschool Mauritius for a two-hour kayak trip with Yanature. Paddle toward spinner and bottlenose dolphins with guides such as Yan, Jeremy, or Marc, then explore Tamarind River if dolphins stay offshore. Kayaking and swimming ability are required.

“We had a very nice and Ecofriendly dolphin encounter :-) Can highly recommend this tour with Jeremy!”

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5.Guided Kayak 2 Hours Activity with Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $58

Start at 6:20 am with Nature Discoveries from Veranda Tamarin. With guides such as Gilles or Jérémie, you paddle gently into Tamarin Bay for spinner and bottlenose dolphins, then may explore Tamarind River. No kayak experience is needed.

“We had an unforgettable experience on our kayak tour with Gilles! From start to finish, everything was perfect. Gilles is an incredibly kind and knowledgeable guide who truly cares about giving his guests the best experience. He took the time to Read more”

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6.The Wild East of Mauritius: Full-day tour including 2-hour Quad-Biking & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 11 reviews · from $155

Spend 7 to 8 hours exploring Mauritius’ southeast with a private guide and driver. Ride a quad through the countryside to Pont Naturel, visit Mahebourg’s museums and market, eat a halal three-course lunch, and swim at Blue Bay. Confirm quad arrangements and Sunday opening hours before booking.

“Experience was great. However it needs to be confirmed on booking if you are two there are not separate quads. It's a shared quad. Otherwise it was good! Quad bike guide was pleasant and guide was great!”

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7.Coin de Mire 2-Hour Private Snorkeling Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 3 reviews · 2 hours

Join Le Transporteur from Grand Baie for a two-hour private speedboat trip to Coin de Mire. You’ll receive snorkeling gear, soft drinks, and snacks, then swim over a shallow reef with colorful fish. English and French service is available, with morning and afternoon departures.

“Not what was advertised - snacks and drinks were not included.”

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