Aerial view of white sand and lagoon channels at Ile aux Cerfs

Mauritius · the east coast

Ile Aux Cerfs Tour

White sand curls around the lagoon, with the water changing colour as the shore draws closer. Find an Ile aux Cerfs tour that leaves room for the day you want, from a sailing escape to an island-hopping adventure.

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CATAMARAN SAILS · SPEEDBOAT DAYS · TIME ASHORE

Find your own pace

The island is the destination. The journey shapes the day.

An afternoon on Ile aux Cerfs can be the reward at the end of a sail, or the centre of a day that stays close to shore. A wider speedboat route takes you further through the southeast lagoon, linking island scenery with a river and waterfall visit.

Think first about how you want to spend your time. Choose a catamaran when the cruise itself appeals. Look at a focused speedboat excursion when island time matters most. For more variety, consider a route that also takes in the southeast islets. Then decide whether you want to reach the boarding point yourself or book a hotel-transfer option.

Find your island day

Choose the day that draws you offshore

Start with the pace and route. The details below make clear where you board, where lunch fits and when hotel transport is a separate choice.

White sandy Ile aux Cerfs shoreline with trees beside the lagoon

Our starting point

Catamaran, island time & BBQ lunch

Operated by Freshverde Holidays

From €52per person★ 4.4 · 2,397 reviews

Sail from Trou d’Eau Douce, visit GRSE and spend time on Ile aux Cerfs. Meet at the jetty or choose the separate hotel-transfer option.

Island visit and GRSE waterfall
Three-course lunch and drinks
Hotel pickup available as a separate option

7 hours · Meeting point or pickup option. Use your booking confirmation for departure instructions.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

A minimum of two people per booking is required. Not suitable for wheelchair users. The provider listing also displays a conflicting accessibility label. Contact Freshverde before booking to clarify the restriction. Contacting the operator does not guarantee accessible boarding.

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Catamaran anchored in the turquoise southeast lagoon

Catamaran pick

Mahébourg catamaran & southeast coast

Operated by Blue Safari Mauritius

From €77per person★ 4.8 · 16 reviews

Begin at Pointe des Régates for a sailing day with Trou Moutou snorkelling, an onboard barbecue and time ashore on Ile aux Cerfs.

Sail past historic southeast islets
BBQ lunch and drinks on board
Make your own way to Mahébourg

7 hours · Meet in Mahébourg
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

Not suitable for people with mobility impairments or those prone to seasickness. Pets are excluded, with assistance dogs permitted.

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SirenaMoris speedboat on open water beneath a cloudy sky

Speedboat pick

Five-island speedboat & island BBQ

Operated by SirenaMoris

From €90per person★ 4.9 · 29 reviews

A wider southeast route with a GRSE visit, free time on Ile aux Cerfs and lunch on Margénie Island. Board at Cabane du Pêcheur.

Ile aux Cerfs and a wider island route
Snorkelling equipment included
Lunch and drinks on Margénie

5 hours · Meet at Cabane du Pêcheur
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

Not suitable for people over 95. Pets are not allowed.

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Beach shade beside the Ile aux Cerfs lagoon

Ile aux Cerfs & waterfall by speedboat

Operated by VACANCES OH SOLEIL

From €45per person★ 3.9

Make Ile aux Cerfs the centre of the day, with a waterfall visit and a boat ride to Ilot Mangenie for lunch.

Island time and GRSE waterfall
Lunch on nearby Ilot Mangenie
Hotel transport excluded

Meet in Trou d’Eau Douce
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

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Southeast lagoon scenery from a speedboat

Southeast lagoon & lighthouse by speedboat

Operated by Angel Cruises Mauritius

From €125per person★ 4.8

Explore the southeast lagoon, stop at Lighthouse Island and continue to GRSE before a beach barbecue on Ile aux Cerfs.

Lighthouse Island stop
Beach BBQ and drinks
Snorkelling equipment included

7 hours · Meeting or selected pickup option
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

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Catamaran sailing between turquoise water and a green island shore

Lagoon catamaran with onboard BBQ

Operated by Paradis Discover

From €48per person★ 4.6

An island visit, snorkelling and a barbecue aboard a catamaran, with music as part of the onboard atmosphere.

BBQ lunch served on board
Snorkelling equipment included
Optional hotel pickup from north to east

7 hours · North-to-east hotel pickup option
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

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Other boat options and booking details

Trou d’Eau Douce catamaran & BBQ From €48 per person · Atlantis Tours Mauritius
Sail to the GRSE waterfall and Ile aux Cerfs, with a swimming break, lunch and local drinks along the way.
Wheelchair guests need to stand briefly when boarding and leaving the shuttle boat, with crew assistance.

SirenaMoris booking details From €45 per person · SirenaMoris
Meeting point: Debarcadere fish landing station, Trou d’Eau Douce. Hotel transport is excluded.
Pets are excluded, with assistance dogs permitted.

Catamaran day with hotel transport From €125 per person · Starline Tours
Hotel pickup, a catamaran cruise and lunch in one day. Bring snorkelling equipment or request it ahead, subject to availability.
Not suitable for children under three, pregnant travellers or people with mobility impairments.

Southeast speedboat & Blue Bay snorkelling From €105 per person · TML Holidays
A longer speedboat day with Blue Bay snorkelling, lunch and drinks. Choose the boat-ticket option or add hotel transport.
Not suitable for people prone to seasickness. The hotel-transfer option requires at least two participants.

Shared catamaran with private road pickup From €80 per person · Ethaan Travel Tours Ltd
A lively shared cruise with a barbecue, drinks and private hotel transfers. Loud music and a party atmosphere are part of this trip.
Not suitable for pregnant travellers, wheelchair users, people with recent surgery, seasickness or motion sickness, or people over 70. Expect a large shared group and limited vegetarian choices.

Choose well. Travel easily.

A few choices make the whole day easier

Follow your pace

Sailing, a focused island day and a wider island route give the boat journey different roles. Start with how you want to spend your time.

Plan the journey to the jetty

A boat transfer and a hotel transfer are different services. Choose a pickup option if you want the road journey arranged too.

Know where lunch fits

Lunch may be on a catamaran, on Ile aux Cerfs or on nearby Ilot Mangenie. Leave the afternoon open around the meal your trip includes.

Leave room for a change

The featured excursions offer cancellation up to 24 hours before departure. Check the terms attached to the option you select.

A little further from the everyday

Leave a little of the day unplanned

A strip of sand, the shade of the trees and water within reach. The best reason to arrive on Ile aux Cerfs may be the chance to stop moving for a while.

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Before you go

Make the small arrangements before the big escape

A little attention before booking helps the island feel like a break once you arrive.

The price and the pickup

Freshverde’s lower-priced meeting-point option meets at the jetty. Hotel transport is a separate option, so select it explicitly if you need it. Follow the check-in and departure instructions on your booking confirmation.

Optional activities

Parasailing and other island watersports usually sit outside these boat packages. Keep time and a separate budget for anything you arrange ashore.

A boat day is an outdoor day

Bring swimwear, a towel and sun protection. Read your chosen trip’s participation rules and preparation notes before booking.

The next useful step

Give your remaining questions a destination

Under sail

Let the catamaran journey become part of the escape.

Explore catamaran cruises

Across the islands

Choose a focused island day or a wider southeast route.

Explore speedboat tours

Getting there

Put the jetty, boat crossing and hotel journey together.

Plan the crossing

Time ashore

Decide what to do once you reach Ile aux Cerfs.

Read the island guide

Traveller experiences

What travellers remember after the crossing

Guests remember the crew, food and music, along with the chance to enjoy the island. Their individual experiences bring the day into focus.

★★★★★

Justyna found the trip well organised and enjoyed the personal atmosphere of her group, along with the food and drinks.

Justyna · Sweden18 October 2026

★★★★★

For Sarah, the catamaran cruise was a highlight of Mauritius. The food, music and atmosphere made the day.

Sarah · United Kingdom17 October 2026

★★★★★

Gaelle and her husband enjoyed friendly guides, snorkelling, the waterfall and grilled food, with time to appreciate the island.

Gaelle · France15 October 2026

★★★★★

Jasper valued Billy and his family’s friendly crew and the attentive drinks service throughout his trip.

Jasper · South Africa8 October 2026

★★★★★

Ciara loved the music, song requests, scenery and crew. A dolphin sighting on the return added to her day.

Ciara · United Kingdom8 October 2026

★★★★★

Inna enjoyed the friendly staff, lunch and morning refreshments. Her departure included a waterfall visit and two hours on the island.

Inna · United Kingdom6 October 2026

A few more answers

Before you book

How much does an Ile aux Cerfs tour cost?

The day-trip options featured here have starting prices from €45 to €125 per person. Compare the selected option carefully: Freshverde’s meeting-point cruise and its hotel-transfer option have different prices. The booking page confirms your date and party’s total.

Should I choose a catamaran or a speedboat?

Choose a catamaran if you want sailing and time on deck to be a substantial part of the experience. A speedboat can suit either a focused island outing or a wider island route. Explore the speedboat choices or compare catamaran cruises.

How long should I allow?

Plan around your specific excursion and any road transfer. The SirenaMoris five-island excursion is listed as five hours, while the Freshverde and Blue Safari catamaran days are listed as seven hours. Hotel travel can add time outside the boat programme.

Are prices shown in Mauritian rupees?

Prices on this site are shown in euros. For a total in MUR or another currency, use the booking provider’s currency selection and confirm the amount before payment.

How do I get to the departure point?

Some options start at a named jetty and others add hotel transport. Check the exact departure on your chosen booking. Our guide to getting to Ile aux Cerfs separates the road journey, boat shuttles and full excursions.

What can I do on the island?

Leave time for the beach, swimming or a walk along the shore. Activities such as parasailing cost extra on the featured cruises. Use the island activities guide to decide what you want to fit in.

Choose your crossing. Keep the island in view.

Take the Freshverde catamaran day forward if a sail, lunch and island time fit your holiday. Choose the meeting-point cruise or add the hotel-transfer option when you book.

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