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Sunrise Dolphin Encounter

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  • Couple snorkeling above coral reef in clear water
  • Two dolphins swimming side by side underwater
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Tour Summary

Duration

Duration:
3 hours

Group

Group:
3-5

Tour Type

Tour Type:
Small Group

Difficulty

Difficulty:
Easy

Transport

Transport:
Shuttle Available at Extra Cost

Distance

Distance:
3.0 km

About the Tour

Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to have a respectful and memorable encounter with wild dolphins in their natural habitat, guided by our team of professionals !

We encourage a very early departure for a peaceful & respectful swimming experience with the mammals: Departure at 6:15AM during Winter season and 5:30AM during Summer season. We observe and swim with them for approximately 60min to 90min. Then we cruise to our favorite snorkeling spot at the Natural Aquarium to see the tropical sea life: clams, fishes, starfish, corals… Last stop of the trip will be the famous Crystal Rock in the White Lagoon.

For your comfort, snorkeling equipment is provided on board as well as soft drinks and homemade banana bread.

What’s Included?

Full technical equipment (helmet, harness, wetsuit, descent system)

Full technical equipment (helmet, harness, wetsuit, descent system)

2 certified guides (FFME & Wilderness First Aid)

2 certified guides (FFME & Wilderness First Aid)

Personal phone photos taken by your guide

Personal phone photos taken by your guide

Practical training session before the tour

Practical training session before the tour

Why Yanature?

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Pioneers in the outdoor tourism sector

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In Mauritius since January 2004

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We are friends and passionate mountain lovers

Our desire to bring people on discovery

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Excursions in the wilderness is what we live for

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Fast, friendly support you can count on

What you’ll do

  • Meet & Gear Up (15–20 min):
    Meet your guide at Henrietta, get welcomed, and receive your canyoning equipment.

  • Safety Briefing & Practice (15 min):
    Hands-on practice session to learn the basics of rappelling, safety techniques, and how to move in the canyon environment.

  • First Abseil (25m – 20 min):
    Start with a thrilling 25-meter rappel to get into the rhythm of canyoning.

  • Second Abseil (10m into the water – 15 min):
    Descend directly into a natural pool for your first splash of adrenaline.

  • Swim & River Trek (20 min):
    Swim through crystal-clear pools and trek along the riverbed to reach the next challenge.

  • Zipline into the Water (15 min):
    Glide across the canyon and finish with a zipline jump straight into the refreshing water.

  • Fourth Station (20–30 min):
    Choose between a 13m rappel down a waterfall or a daring 6m jump into the pool below.

  • Scenic Viewpoint Stop (10–15 min):
    Pause at the canyon floor to take in the breathtaking scenery and capture photos.

  • Final Hike Up (30 min):
    Climb out of the canyon with your guide’s assistance, bringing the adventure to a close.

Highlights

  • 3 rappels (10 to 25m)
  • 1 zipline
  • 1 optional jump

What to bring?

  • Hiking shoes or sturdy sports shoes with good grip that can get wet (smooth-soled or open-toe shoes are not permitted)

  • Swimsuit and a lycra top (to wear under the provided wetsuit)

  • A change of clothes

  • Towel

  • Sunscreen

  • Light snack (e.g., cereal bars, fruits, or biscuits)

  • At least 1 L of water per participant

Not suitable for

  • Children under 12 years old | Adults over 65 years old
  • Minimum weight: 20kg | Maximum weight: 110 kg
  • Pregnancy (any stage)
  • A reasonable level of fitness is required (must be able to do a short run on take off)
  • People with back, knee, or mobility issues
  • Recent injuries or surgery (back, neck, knee, ankle, shoulder).
  • Heart conditions or uncontrolled respiratory issues (e.g., poorly controlled asthma).
  • Elderly individuals with health issues or limited stamina
  • Inappropriate footwear (sandals/flip-flops/open-toe shoes)
  • Babies or toddlers carried in backpacks or child carriers.
  • Participants outside the recommended age range
  • Anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Meeting Point

Henrietta branch Rd, Vacoas-Phoenix, Mauritius — About 1 km before reaching the meeting point, you’ll pass a bus stop where you’ll likely see quite a few tourists and guides waiting — don’t worry, that’s not your stop. Just keep going until you reach the exact pin location; your guide will be there to welcome you!

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Know before you go

  • No prior canyoning experience needed
  • All rappels can be skipped via alternate hiking trail
  • Must know how to swim (swimming is compulsory)
  • Basic fitness level required
  • Activity may be rescheduled in case of bad weather
  • The guide reserves the right to refuse participation if clothing, footwear, or physical ability is deemed unsuitable for the activity.
  • The guide will be the only contact person on the day of the tour, you will receive the guide’s contact details upon booking or on the eve of the activity date by email (make sure to check your spams if you did not receive the email)

 

 

What people say about us:

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Beautiful and Pleasant

May 07, 2026
Amazing experience. Quote begineer friendly. Shoutout to Mr Paj for helping us through and through. He is an exceptional guide and this wouldnt have been possible without him. All in all a 10/10 experience. Definitely recommended if you have the time. Beautiful views.
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My first ever hike at Le Morne Brabant

May 07, 2026
Paj from Yanature was a wonderful and patient guide. It was my first trek ever and I could do it because he guided me at every step. He took us to most of the viewpoints on Le Morne Brabant and also taught us about the various plants and fauna on the way.
Great positive attitude and a v helpful guide!
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Must do Waterfalls 💦

May 03, 2026
This is a must do in Mauritius! Most beautiful hike, with stunning vistas and gorgeous pools to swim in below the waterfalls. Paj was an excellent guide, had great knowledge of the fauna and flora and ensured our every (slippery) step was safe.
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Great hike

May 01, 2026
Great guided tour with Rowin to the top of the mountain. Very insightful on hiking techniques and local history. Rowin was also great at chatting about life and day-to-day topic of Mauritius.
The hike is technically demanding but worth the effort. Recommend having good non slippery shoes and flexible shorts.
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Great activity for everyone

Apr 30, 2026
It was an amazing and fun trip!
Really recommend Theo as guide, he shared some cool insights and made us all laugh a lot! 10/10experience

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₨4,000

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This booking is made on request

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Cancellation policy

We understand plans can change.

Cancellations made more than 48 hours before the tour are free of charge.
Within 24–48 hours of the tour incur a 50% fee.
Within 24 hours of the tour are non-refundable (100% fee).

In case of unsafe weather conditions, tours may be rescheduled or fully refunded.

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Sunrise Dolphin Encounter
Sunrise Dolphin Encounter
This reservation is non-refundable.
Date
Thursday, Jul 17, 2025
10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Guests
1 adult
Hotel Pickup Shuttle
Price details
$52.91 x 1 adult $52.91
Total USD $52.91

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