Shared
North-East Full Day — Mangroves Cruise (Rainbow Runner)
- From Veranda Paul et Virginie Jetty · Grand Gaube
- Duration 6 Hours
- Group Up to 18
- Languages English, French
- Local Mauritian operator Run by Mauritians since 2020 — no middlemen.
- Secure checkout Pay safely online — confirmation by email.
- Real-time availability Live calendar — what you see is bookable.
- Concierge on the island Questions before you book? Talk to a local.
About this experience
A full-day sharing catamaran cruise along the unique north-east coast of Mauritius, departing the charming village of Grand-Gaube aboard the Rainbow Runner. Sail the coastline to l’île d’Ambre to discover its mangroves and wildlife, snorkel the turquoise lagoon, then relax on the spotless beaches of l’îlot Bernache — with a BBQ lunch and drinks on board.
Highlights: Grand-Gaube · l'île d'Ambre mangroves · l'îlot Bernache · snorkelling · BBQ lunch on board.
Travel Itinerary
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1
9:45 AM
Meet at the jetty
Meet the crew at the Veranda Paul et Virginie jetty in Grand-Gaube.
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2
10:00 AM
Sail to l'île d'Ambre
Sail off from Grand-Gaube to the mangroves at l'île d'Ambre.
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3
10:00 AM
Swim, snorkel & mangroves
A refreshing swim and snorkelling break, then relax in the serene mangroves with a cocktail in hand.
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4
12:00 PM
BBQ lunch
A tasty BBQ lunch served on the deck.
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5
1:00 PM
l'îlot Bernache
Sail to l'îlot Bernache — stroll the sandy beaches and explore the lagoon at leisure.
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6
4:00 PM
Return
Back to the Veranda Paul et Virginie jetty, Grand-Gaube.
No fine print
✓Included in the price
- BBQ lunch on board
- Drinks (local rum, wine, Phoenix beer, fruit juice, soft drinks, mineral water)
- Snorkelling equipment
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Frequently Asked Questions
What to bring
Hat, sunscreen, swimwear, a towel, sunglasses, a light cover-up or change of clothes, and motion-sickness pills if you need them.
Sea conditions & transfers
In the event of rough or impassable sea conditions, the captain may change the route at his discretion for safety, and a trip may be rescheduled. Hotel transfers are not included — please check your travel time to the jetty so you arrive in good time.
Cancellation policy
- Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the excursion.
- Cancellation the day before, before 4:00 PM: 50% charge.
- Cancellation the day before after 4:00 PM, or on the day / no-show: 100% charge.
- If you reschedule and then cancel or don't turn up: 100% charge.
- On presentation of a medical certificate, no cancellation fee applies (for the affected guest).
- If Blue Safari cancels for technical or weather reasons, the excursion is rescheduled; if you're departing and it can't be rescheduled, no fee applies.

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