🐋 VIP Whale Tour (5000€ up to 7 people)

WEST COAST WHALE WATCHING… AND A SPLASH OF DOLPHIN DIVING!

Trying to put into words the thrill of being amidst a pod of whales in the open ocean? Almost impossible. But let’s try. The most spotted whales around Mauritius? Sperm whales. But, like a good surprise party, there’s no guarantee they’ll show. Yet, spoiler alert: our success rate is over 90%. And don’t worry, you’ll get a full briefing onboard, so you know your whale-tail from your fluke. No “whale season” in Mauritius – they’re the VIPs here all year round.

THE WHALE OF A JOURNEY

– Duration: A breezy 3-4 hours.
– Setting Sail from: Black River
– Departure Times: Anywhere from the ungodly hour of 6:00 to a more reasonable 11:00 (we’ll give you a heads-up the evening before).

YOUR WHALEY IMPORTANT INVESTMENT

Whale-Watching Trip Rates

Group Tour: €250 per person (Group size: 9-13 people)
Private Tour: €2,000 (Ideal for 1 to 7 individuals; for groups exceeding 7, each additional member pays €200)
Comfort Tour: €2,500 (Enjoy comfort for 1 to 7 guests on a high-comfort 28-foot speedboat)
Comfort Plus Tour: €3,000 (Upgrade your experience for 1 to 7 guests on a top-tier 33-foot speedboat)
VIP Tour: €5,000 (Indulge in VIP treatment for 1 to 7 guests aboard a luxurious 40-foot speedboat equipped with a cabin, air conditioning, kitchen, shower, toilet, and ample interior space)
Please note that the price remains the same for both adults and children, regardless of age. For payment, we accept international cards.

Reservations for our tours are confirmed upon receipt of a 100% prepayment.

Extra Charges: If the whales play hard-to-get beyond Port-Louis, there’s a small fuel fee: €10 per person in a group or €50 for the entire individual tour of 1-5 people.

ON THE BIG DAY

Set your alarms! We leave from Black River anytime between 6.00 to 11.00. The exact hour? We’ll send you a secret message the evening before.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

Professional Underwater Videography Services (Price in euros per person):

€250 for solo filming
€175 for filming with a partner
€150 for filming with a group of three
€125 for filming with a group of four
€100 for filming with a group of five or more
Professional Underwater Photography Services (Price in euros per person):

€350 for solo photography
€250 for photography with a partner
€200 for photography with a group of three
€175 for photography with a group of four
€150 for photography with a group of five or more
Aerial Filming and Editing Services:

€400 for aerial drone filming without editing
€750 for a comprehensive “turnkey” video package, including aerial drone footage, boat footage, and editing of all materials, including underwater footage, into a video up to 2 minutes in length
Please note that if no whales are spotted during your trip and you have booked filming services, the fee for filming will not be charged.

WHALE, WHAT’S THE BEST TIME TO VISIT?

Anytime’s a good time! There’s no “whale calendar” in Mauritius. Fun fact: a family of 38 sperm whales calls our waters home.

WHICH WHALE BUDDIES WILL I SEE?

Primarily, the elusive sperm whales. But on any given day, you might also spot orcas, pilot whales, dolphins, beaked whales, and both short and long-beaked common dolphins. Between June to October, the humpback whales vacation here from the Antarctic’s chillier neighborhoods, making it a fab time to play peeping Tom.

IS WHALE WATCHING SAFE?

Absolutely! As long as we all play by the rules. A full briefing is done onboard – and remember, we’re watching, no swimming, with these giant fish. Dolphins, on the other hand? Jump right in!

WHAT’S THE WHOLE DEAL?

The trip spans 3-4 hours. We have a hydrophone on one of our boats to track down our whale friends. And we’re always in touch with our boat buddies in other spots. If one finds a whale, we head over. If we first encounter dolphins near Black River, we can dive in and splash around. Then, it’s whale watching time! But it’s always your choice – continue gazing at the majestic whales or swim with the playful dolphins. The ocean’s the limit!

Remember, this adventure is about enjoying the majesty of the whales from our boat. As for the dolphins? Dive right in! 🐬🌊🐋

GUARANTEES? (EVERYONE’S FAVORITE QUESTION)

While we’d love to pinky-promise a whale meet-and-greet, Mother Nature’s got her own plans! But, hey, our track record of finding them is over 90%. We promise to pull out all the stops to play ‘find the whale’!

DO WE NEED MASKS AND FINS?

We’ve got you covered on board. But if you have your own snorkeling superhero gear, bring it along. Because, you know, what’s yours is… well, just better!

WHAT TO BRING ALONG

Some local cash to tip the captain (typically 5-10% of the trip cost) – think of it as their applause meter.
Sunblock SPF 50+ because nobody likes a roasted tourist.
Headgear – be it a cap or a stylish Panama.
A windbreaker, rashguard, and towel. Always be prepared!
If you’re bringing young adventurers, pack some light snacks – because “I’m hungry” is a universal kiddo phrase.
SEASICKNESS

If you’re the type who gets into a tango with seasickness, gear up beforehand with the right meds. The boat’s all out of “don’t-get-sick” pills. So, better safe than sorry, right?