Private Catamaran Cruise
The ultimate exclusive experience: book the whole catamaran for your group. Same legendary day — waterfall, snorkelling, BBQ lunch, Île aux Cerfs — at your own pace.
More than 10 of you? The boat takes up to 30 guests. Extra guests are welcome from Rs 1,500 each, lunch included: just add them when you book.
Your day, hour by hour
- 09:00 • DepartureWe leave the Débarcadère at nine sharp — hotel pickup available on request.
- 10:00 • The waterfallCruise up the Grande Rivière Sud-Est to the waterfall. If we're lucky, the monkeys come out to greet us.
- 11:00 • SnorkellingAnchor over a perfect, hidden snorkelling spot — gear provided, fish guaranteed.
- 12:30 • Lunch on boardBarbecue lunch grilled on deck, with unlimited drinks as we sail.
- 14:00 • Île aux CerfsFree time on the island's best beaches before the sail home.
- 16:00 • Back to shoreBack on the mainland, sun-soaked and smiling.
The story of the day
For birthdays, honeymoons and days that deserve their own boat: the private catamaran gives you the full Tino day with nobody else on board.
Your crew tailors the day around you — linger longer at the snorkelling spot, take the quiet side of Île aux Cerfs, or ask us to arrange a cake, decorations or a lobster feast on deck. It's your boat.
The price includes 10 guests; extra guests (up to 30 on board) join with a standard or lobster lunch add-on.
Included in your package
- Private catamaran & crew
- BBQ lunch on board
- Use of snorkelling equipment
- Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks & water
Optional extras
- Extra guest with lobster lunchRs 2,500 / person
- Extra guest with standard lunchRs 1,500 / person
- Lobster (350g) — 350g lobster per personRs 1,500 / person
- Parasailing — For two peopleRs 3,000 / couple
- Hotel pickup (minibus) — Up to 10 peopleRs 8,000
- Hotel pickup, East Coast (minibus) — East Coast hotels, up to 10 peopleRs 5,000
- Hotel pickup (car) — 1 to 4 peopleRs 5,000
- Hotel pickup, East Coast (car) — East Coast hotels, 1 to 4 peopleRs 2,500
Moments from this cruise
Frequently asked questions
What time does the day start and how long is it?
Check-in is at 09:00 at the Débarcadère in Trou d'Eau Douce, and you are back ashore by 16:00. Please arrive 15 minutes early so we can cast off on time.
Is lunch really included?
Yes. BBQ lunch on board is part of the price, along with everything listed under "Included in your package" above. Bring your swimsuit, a towel, sunscreen and a hat; the rest is on us.
Can you pick us up from our hotel?
Yes, from anywhere in Mauritius. The price depends on the distance from our embarkation point in Trou d'Eau Douce: Rs 2,500 per car from East Coast hotels, Rs 5,000 from elsewhere on the island, for one to four people. Tell us your hotel when you book, or message us on WhatsApp, and we will confirm the price.
What happens if the weather turns?
Safety comes first. If the forecast is unworkable we contact you ahead of time to reschedule to another day or adjust the itinerary, and if no alternative suits you, you are refunded in full.
Can we cancel or change the date?
Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before departure, with a 100% refund, whether you paid in full or secured the date with the deposit. Within 24 hours, and for a no-show, the booking is non-refundable. Date changes requested more than 24 hours ahead are free, subject to availability. If we cancel for weather or safety, you choose another date or a full refund. The full policy is in our booking terms at tinoboats.com/booking-terms.
Are children welcome on board?
Children are very welcome; this is a family boat and it has been since 1995. Life jackets in children's sizes are on board. The boat takes up to 10 guests, children included.
How do we secure a date?
Book online and pay a 30% deposit (minimum Rs 1,000), or the full amount if you prefer, and the date is yours. Not ready to commit? Send a free availability request or WhatsApp us and we will hold the conversation, not your card.
