A passenger looking through a submarine window at a wreck
You do not have to snorkel to make the sea part of your Mauritius holiday. A submarine visit lets you observe the seabed from a cabin; a private sailing outing centres on the boat journey and coastal views. Neither is the same experience as an active snorkelling trip. Andeor offers these options through partners, and the right choice depends on whether you want to look underwater, spend time aboard or join companions with different interests.
Good to know
FAQ
Do I need to snorkel during the submarine visit?
No. Guests observe the seabed from inside the cabin. The outing still includes a shuttle boat transfer and boarding.
Can a non-swimmer automatically join any snorkelling trip?
Do not assume that. Explain the intended participation to Andeor so it can be checked against the selected outing. A life jacket is not a substitute for the activity’s participation requirements.
Is the submarine unaffected by bad weather?
No. The captain may adjust the route or reschedule according to sea and weather conditions.
Choose the submarine for an underwater view from a cabin
The submarine experience from Trou aux Biches begins with a shuttle boat transfer and boarding briefing. Guests sit inside an air-conditioned cabin and look through individual windows. The published route reaches around 35 metres and includes the area around the Star Hope wreck. Allow two hours for the complete outing, including approximately 40 minutes underwater. A refreshment and dive certificate are included, while hotel transport is separate. This is an enclosed-cabin experience, not a snorkelling lesson or an opportunity to enter the water.
Consider how you feel about boarding and enclosed spaces
Not needing to swim does not mean there is no boarding to manage. The submarine visit involves a shuttle boat and entry into the vessel. Tell Andeor about any mobility or assistance requirements before booking so the actual arrangements can be checked. If you dislike enclosed cabins, a boat outing offers a different setting. Do not treat the absence of a published restriction as proof that an activity suits every guest. Our submarine booking guide explains the duration and family age bands in more detail.
Choose sailing when the boat journey matters most
The private afternoon sailing outing from Grand Baie runs from 14:30 to 19:00, with check-in at 14:15. Its route heads towards Coin de Mire and includes an anchoring stop for swimming and refreshments. The listed package includes a welcome glass of bubbles, canapés and specified drinks; hotel transfers and a champagne supplement are excluded. If you intend to remain aboard throughout the swimming stop, include that in your booking details so Andeor can confirm the plan with the partner. The captain can adjust the route or reschedule for sea and weather conditions.
Do not confuse watching from a boat with snorkelling
A snorkelling-focused trip is designed around entering the water and observing marine life with a mask and snorkel. It may be a poor match when the main traveller does not want to swim, even if the photographs show an attractive boat. For a mixed group, start by explaining how many guests want to swim and how many prefer to stay aboard. Compare the actual format, not just the destination. Our private snorkelling comparison covers the north and southeast options for companions who do want that activity.
Plan conditions, timing and transport together
A cabin does not remove the shuttle crossing, and a private boat does not remove sea conditions. Keep the captain’s operational decisions separate from your preferred itinerary. Marine-life sightings are not guaranteed, including through a submarine window. Bring the listed items for the selected outing and allow time for boarding and road travel. Andeor can arrange a separate transfer through Seke. Choose the experience first, then coordinate the confirmed departure, passenger needs and return journey around it.
Explore the boat experiences available through Andeor to compare the current options.
