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Catamaran Cruise - Gabriel Island & Lunch, Drinks - Promotion!

Catamaran Cruise - Gabriel Island & Lunch, Drinks - Overview

A Day full of sun, drinks, good food and a lot of fun and relaxation!

Explore Ilot Gabriel via a catamaran cruise on this 7-hour tour from Grand Baie. Gabriel Island is most famous for its beautiful unspoiled beaches, with crystal clear water surrounding the entire island.

Along the way make the most of the best swimming and snorkeling spots, then drop anchor to explore the island before eating a barbecue lunch and sipping drinks on the boat. This cruise is all about making sure you have a full day of true relaxation and fun.

Highlights of this package:

• Cruise to nearby islets off the north coast of Mauritius
• Sail in a huge 45ft catamaran
• Opportunity to swim and snorkel in the blue lagoon
• BBQ lunch on the boat with great views of Gabriel Island

Catamaran Cruise - Gabriel Island & Lunch, Drinks - Inclusions

• Cruise experience on a 45 ft long catamaran
• Visit to Gabriel Island
• BBQ lunch aboard catamaran
• A selection of drinks including alcoholic (beer, rum, cocktails…) and non-alcoholic beverages throughout the day.
• Safety equipment aboard catamaran
• CD Player upon request & music from own selection

Note: Snorkeling equipment is not provided due to sanitary measures. Clients are requested to bring their own - mask,snorkel and fins.

Transport is available for an additional supplement and will include pick up and drop off from any hotel / place of accommodation in Mauritius.

You can choose from a selection of vehicles types:

All drivers speak fluent English and French (Upon special request we can organize drivers who speak additional languages). The drivers, citizens of Mauritius, will be happy to provide you with information about Mauritius and each of its sights.

All drivers are very professional, time efficient and friendly. There is high emphasis on being always on time and providing reliable devoted service to customers.

Public Beach, Grand Baie, Mauritius

• 09:00 - Departure from Grand Baie Beach
• 09:00-10:30 - 1 ½ hours cruise from the beach to the Gabriel Island:
• 12:30 - Lunch Buffet: Lunch is served on the catamaran (may vary)
• Leisure time on the island
• 15:00 - Departure from Gabriel Island
• 16:00 - Arrival at Grand Baie Beach

Treat yourself to a memorable day, which will be one of the highlights of your holiday in Mauritius. Enjoy an unforgettable excursion to Gabriel Island.

Enjoy sailing through the crystal clear water, breathtaking scenery all around, stay on the beautiful white sand beaches, snorkel inside the lagoons, explore the local marine line, and enjoy delicious food and bar services. This cruise is all about making sure you have a full day of true relaxation and fun.

The catamaran cruise starts at 09:00, departing from Grand Bay.

The crew members will make sure to make your time more enjoyable, and they will be happy to tell you about local tales, jokes, and to play local Mauritian music which will lift the spirits of all the people on board.

The sailing time is around 1.5 hours before reaching Gabriel Island . The island is most famous for its beautiful unspoiled beaches, with crystal clear water surrounding the entire island.

At around 12.30 you will enjoy a full delicious BBQ lunch on the catamaran. Please note that the menu includes only fresh fish, fresh chicken and a selection of fresh salads . If you are a vegetarian, please advise us before, so we can arrange the necessary additions to the lunch.

As part of the cruise you will pass by an amazing lagoon, where swimming and snorkeling are a must.

Sometimes during this excursion you will be able to see whales as well as dolphins. If this happens, the crew will stop the boat, in order for you to observe these great animals from close in their natural environment.

Of course you can choose to stay on the beautiful white sand beaches, enjoy a sun bath or a nice walk on the Island. This amazing paradise island is the perfect setting for a relaxing day of sun worship.

This is no doubt a great place to enjoy a day of relaxation and fun on one of the picture-postcard beaches or enjoy swimming and snorkeling in the sea.

At around 15:00, you will leave Gabriel Island, heading back to Grand Bay. During the sail back you can enjoy light snacks, the bar services and the live music. Expected arrival time back to Grand Bay is 16:00.

An added bonus for this excursion is that you can enjoy a selection of drinks including alcoholic (beer, rum, cocktails…) and non-alcoholic beverages throughout the day.

Gabriel Island

Known also as Îlot Gabriel, located near Round Island and the Flat island, at the extreme north of Mauritius, about 10 kilometers north of Cap Malheureux. The distance between Gabriel Island and Flat island is only 750 meters. The size of the island is only 42 hectares, making it much smaller than Flat island, and the highest point is 28 meters.

Gabriel island is a protected natural reserve. In comparison to Flat Island, Gabriel Island has less Flora and vegetation. The island is most famous for its beautiful unspoiled beaches, with crystal clear water surrounding the entire island. It is a very popular site for snorkelers, and also offers great dive sites.

• Extra sun block cream for sun protection

BBQ Lunch menu

• Either fresh Dorade or fresh Marlin or Fresh Tuna
• Fresh Chicken
• Pasta Salad
• Mixed Salad
• Fresh Baguettes
• Banana Flambé
• Selection of complimentary drinks during the day: Water, Soft Drinks (Diet Coke, coke, soda, Fanta, Sprite), Rhum , Beer, White wine, Red wine, Rose wine.

Note: Snorkeling equipment is not provided due to sanitary measures. Clients are requested to bring their own - mask, snorkel and fins.

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Enjoyed the trip despite some rough seas.

Although the trip to Ilot Gabriel was in some rough seas, the crew with their expertise and skills made it enjoyable for us all. We had a ball!

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