Aerial & Underwater Adventure-Private Submarine+Helicopter Tour

Discover Mauritius at your own pace with an Amazing Private Underwater Submarine Trip & Scenic Helicopter Tour

Enjoy a fantastic adventure exploring the underwater world in a submarine and flying above the awe-inspiring landscapes of Mauritius with this exclusive package.

Experience the thrill of journeying underwater and discover the beautiful marine life in your very own private air-conditioned submarine with a fully transparent cabin allowing you to enjoy exceptionally clear views of the extraordinary underwater world.

To make this wonderful excursion even more exciting, you will get to fly above the island in a private helicopter. Get up close with views of mountain peaks and lush green fields, take fabulous photographs of spectacular landscapes, and take back the memory of a lifetime. This private package offers you opportunity to tailor make and personalise your sightseeing route.

During both trips, you will be able to enjoy all the comfort and privacy that this exclusive VIP package has to offer. Sit back and take in all the mesmerizing views and astonishing sights with just you and your loved ones aboard.

About the Private Underwater Submarine Trip

Enjoy an exclusive submarine trip with your partner, family and friends as you venture 30 meters deep.

Go for a once in a lifetime experience and discover the beautiful marine life and the underwater world of Mauritius! As part of the submarine trip, you will get to visit a shipwreck, explore the rich coral reefs of Mauritius, and observe various species of fish 35 metres beneath sea level.

This private submarine activity begins with a pre departure briefing on land, followed by a motor boat transfer to the main platform where you will board the submarine.

Then the submarine will start its descent into the deep sea for a real fantasy-adventure trip.

You will cruise along the reef and view the corals from very close, explore the local rich marine life, visit the shipwreck of the famous Star Hope cruiser, and discover a 17th century anchor on the bottom of the ocean. Apart from the marine life, the sprawling exotic corals make this submarine trip a memorable experience.

About the Private Helicopter Sightseeing Tour

You can choose to either have an express 20-minute scenic tour of the North of Mauritius or explore the West and South of Mauritius from high above for 40-minutes. Let the magic of Mauritius take over with this Exclusive Sightseeing tour, bringing you the best of Mauritius.

Option 1: Helicopter Sightseeing Tour in the North Itinerary:

• 20-minutes: Grand Bay / Gunner’s Quoin / Flat Island / Ile d’Ambre

Option 2: Helicopter Sightseeing Tour in the West and South of Mauritius Itinerary:

• 40-minutes: Port Louis / Ile aux Bénitiers/ Underwater Waterfalls/ Chamarel/ Black River Gorges/ Tamarind Falls/ Pieter Both / Le Pouce

Option 1: Helicopter Sightseeing Tour in the North of Mauritius (20 minutes)

The flight route from Triolet will give you an overview of the magnificent northern landscapes. Admire the swarm of daily activities in the lively coastal village of Grand Bay and the array of fishing boats from high up the sky.

You will also fly over the Coin de Mire (Gunner’s Coin) islet located off the North Coast and get a glimpse of Flat Island (l’île Plate), home to several endemic species. This package is a fantastic way to enjoy aerial views of the northern islets in Mauritius.

Towards the end of the flight, you will fly over Ile d’Ambre, where the Saint-Géran ship was sunk a few centuries ago. This incident was the main plot of the legendary story of Paul and Virginie by the French writer Bernardin de Saint-Pierre and even today, it is believed by some of the islanders to be a true incident!

This Helicopter Sightseeing Tour in the North is the most amazing way to see the northern region from a completely different perspective and appreciate everything this incredibly beautiful island has to offer – beautiful islets, mountain ranges, natural landscapes, and more.

On your way back, you will be able to gaze at luxuriant green sugarcane fields and charming small villages with colourful rooftops.

Option 2: Helicopter Sightseeing Tour in the West and South of Mauritius (40 minutes)

Seen from the sky, the busy city of Port-Louis is a wonderful sight. The sixteen silos of the Moulin de La Concorde and the ships at the dock will mark the beginning of your helicopter tour. Do not forget to keep an eye out for the Albion Lighthouse. You might even get to see the famous race tracks of Champ de Mars, the oldest horse race tracks in the Southern Hemisphere. From flying over green spaces and blue lagoons, you will soon reach Benitiers Island (Ile aux Bénitiers), a diamond shaped coral island, which should make for quite a sight. Then, overlooking the south-western lagoon is the majestic Le Morne Brabant, an official UNESCO heritage site. This grand basaltic mountain with a summit of 556 metres (1,824 ft.) above sea level, bears an enormous cultural significance as a symbol of the slaves fight for freedom during the colonial period.

You will then fly over another wonder, the Underwater Waterfall. This natural illusion, with its shades of blue and green seem to plunge to infinity while at Chamarel, the kaleidoscope of coloured-earth will leave you in awe. The next site will be the Black River Gorges where you can admire the endemic flora and fauna of the reserve. Nearby you can admire the waterfalls of Tamarin, which appear as just thin curtains revealing rocky plates sculpted by nature.

En route back to the north of the island, the Pieter Both mountains is one of the key mountains of Mauritius. The legend tells of a man who broke a pact with angels and was thus transformed into mountain. Another iconic mountain you will see, is the Le Pouce mountain. If you haven’t been able to climb this mountain, then an overflight will be an absolute delight!

Comments

Note: This package is suitable for 2- 4 participants.

Submarine

• The total duration of this activity is 2 hours, of which 40 – 50 minutes will be underwater
• All submarines are approved and certified by the international authorities for design and safety at sea
• The submarine is operated in the North of Mauritius. The departure point is about 2km from the centre of Grand Baie.
• The submarine trip is offered on a private, exclusive basis

Helicopter

• Minimum age: 2 years old
• The helicopter tour is subject to weather conditions.
• The helicopter tour is offered on a private, exclusive basis

Operating times

About the Submarine

The submarine is air-conditioned with fully transparent-glassed cabin so you will enjoy exceptionally clear panoramic views of the extraordinary underwater world. It is designed so each passenger has individual observation window for viewing outside on the wonderful underwater world.

There is also a camera situated on the submarine’s bridge which projects the great views from outside through a TV screen located inside the submarine, giving you an additional view of the marine life.

Model: BS1100

Crew: 1 Pilot

Length: 7.5 meters

About the H120 Helicopter

Equipped with all the latest technological features, from a spacious cabin to unbeatable visibility, the H120 helicopter (EC120B) is the world-reference helicopter in terms of scenic tours. This lightweight single-engined aircraft integrates the most modern technologies, including a new-generation Fenestron® tail rotor for low operating noise and maximum flight control efficiency.

A trained and experienced helicopter pilot, according to global safety standards, will guide you throughout your amazing trip.

Model: EC120B

Crew: 1 Pilot

Passenger Capacity: 4 passengers

Engine: 1 single engine

Important Details to Submit for Helicopter Tour

In order to process any helicopter booking, client MUST provide the following details:

• Name of each participant as per the passports and the gender
• Nationality
• Passport number
• Date of birth of each participant
• Weight of each participant
• In case of any children or baby, please specify same with the above details

Prices

Private submarine + Private Helicopter (20min)

• 2 people: 1325 Euro
• 3 people: 1450 Euro
• 4 people: 1575 Euro

Private submarine + Private Helicopter (40min)

• 2 people: 1850 Euro
• 3 people: 1990 Euro
• 4 people: 2150 Euro