best watersports in Mauritius
Mauritius is a real paradise island for any sea and water excursions, this magical destination offers experiences for every type of traveller.
One of the biggest attractions of this Indian Ocean gem, however, is undoubtedly the temperate lagoons – home to a wealth of amazing marine life – and the beaches they border. Here are the top five water sports in Mauritius that you don’t want to miss. If you are a watersports lover, you should absolutely come to Mauritius. (Read more)
Parasailing
Undoubtedly, parasailing is one of the best and popular watersports in Mauritius. It offers you a panoramic view of Mauritius’s blue lagoons and picturesque landscape. There can be nothing more adventurous than sailing through the waters of Mauritius while tearing your way against the wind. Whether you would like to fly solo or share the experience with someone special, this is an absolute must-do activity in Mauritius. Parasailing activity is also available with our Ile aux Cerfs Speedboat trip.
SUP ( StandUp Paddle )
The Standup paddle is a great way to discover the beauty of the seabed through the crystal clear water of the Indian Ocean. Stand up Paddle is an activity to do with friends or family. The West Coast and East of Mauritius are preferred spots for SUP: The turquoise lagoons protected by a multicoloured coral reef and of course beautiful waves. Paddle standing up through the beautiful lagoon and get captivated by the calmness all around.
See more: Best activities and tours to do.
Kitesurfing
Another popular watersport in Mauritius. With over 300 days of wind a year and an enviable variety of beaches, you’ll be able to find the perfect spot. Le Morne is the most well-known spot and has become a right of passage for kitesurfers all over the world. Expert kitesurfers can enjoy the “one-eye” reef, widely regarded as one of the top five waves in the world for kitesurfers. No matter what level you are at with your kitesurfing, Mauritius has the perfect kitesurfing spot for you.
See more: 5 great spots for kitesurfing in Mauritius.
Undersea walk
Explore the abundant marine life by taking part in the underwater sea walk activity in Mauritius and experience something that is purely sublime. Thanks to the helmet with a transparent visor, you can witness the beautiful fauna, corals, and a wide variety of fish, all in their natural habitat. This activity is available via our Ile Aux Cerfs by speedboat trip.
NOTE: Keep in mind not to feed bread to the fish since this can highly disturb the marine ecosystem.
Swim with dolphins
There’s nothing quite like looking out towards the horizon over a glittering ocean and spotting a pod of dolphins and swimming amongst them is something different entirely. Swim with dolphins is an incredibly moving experience which will bring you into contact with strikingly beautiful scenery, unspoiled landscapes and marvellous marine animals. You’ll plunge into the incredible world of these marine mammals and come face to face with the dolphins. The best for this activity is during October and March.
In this article, we have just touched on the incredible water sports in Mauritius, but really, guests are spoilt for choice here. The list of water sports in Mauritius is practically endless. Stay updated for when Mauritius will open its borders.