Southwest Coast Catamaran Cruises
Île aux Bénitiers, Crystal Rock and Le Morne — the most dramatic sailing in Mauritius.
Where the Mountain Meets the Sea
The southwest coast of Mauritius is the island's most cinematic stretch of water. Here the sheer cliffs of Le Morne Brabant — a UNESCO World Heritage site — plunge into a sheltered turquoise lagoon, and the morning waters off nearby Tamarin Bay are alive with wild dolphins. It is a coastline best experienced from the deck of a catamaran.
Sail to Île aux Bénitiers for a BBQ lunch on the sand, glide past the photogenic Crystal Rock, or book a private sunset dinner cruise and watch the sun sink behind Le Morne. Private charters give you the whole coast to yourselves.
Cruises on the Southwest Coast
SharedÎle aux Bénitiers Catamaran Cruise
Departs: Black River
PrivatePrivate West Coast Catamaran
Departs: Tamarin / Black River
PrivatePrivate Sunset Catamaran
Departs: Black River
PrivateRomantic Sunset Dinner Cruise
Departs: Black River
PrivateLobster Sunset Dinner Cruise
Departs: Black River
Departure Points
- Black River — Bénitiers & sunsets
- Tamarin — dolphin cruises
- Hotel pickup available
Destinations
Île aux Bénitiers, Crystal Rock, Le Morne lagoon and Tamarin Bay dolphin waters.
Hotel Transfers
Return transfers from southwest hotels to Black River and Tamarin jetties. Learn more
Southwest Coast FAQs
What makes the southwest coast special?
The southwest is Mauritius’ most dramatic coastline, dominated by the UNESCO-listed Le Morne Brabant mountain. It is the home of Île aux Bénitiers, Crystal Rock and some of the island’s best sunsets.
Can I see dolphins on the southwest coast?
Yes. The waters off Tamarin Bay, at the top of the southwest coast, are one of the most reliable places in Mauritius to spot wild dolphins, especially on morning cruises.
Which islands can I visit?
Île aux Bénitiers is the main island stop, with Crystal Rock a short sail away. Several cruises combine both with a dolphin encounter and BBQ lunch.
Are sunset cruises available on the southwest coast?
Yes — the Le Morne backdrop makes southwest sunsets among the most photographed in Mauritius. Private sunset and dinner cruises depart from Black River.