Also known as Ile aux Fouquets, Ile Phare was amongst the first ones to be discovered in 1598 by the Dutch settlers. L'Ile Phare bears its name by virtue of a lighthouse built in 1864, which was still operational until beginning of the 20th century. Historically, Ile au Phare, situated within the bay of Mahébourg has fulfilled a strategic purpose during the naval battles at Grand Port.

After your snorkelling, we will pass by to Ile aux Aigrettes shore for some refreshments. Ile aux Aigrettes is an islet off the south-east coast of Mauritius. It functions as a nature reserve and a scientific research station. It is also a popular visitors attraction - both for tourists and for Mauritians. Please note that access and visit of the island is NOT included in this tour.

You will have your snokelling session between Blue Bay and Île aux Aigrettes or near Ilot Mangenie (depending on weather conditions and coral breeding season).

Ile de la Passe is a rocky islet in the bay off Grand Port on the island of Mauritius. Between 20 and 25 August 1810, during the British campaign to capture the island (then called Isle de France) from the French, it was the scene of the Battle of Grand Port. This was a long and very hard-fought action between roughly equal forces of French and British frigates and, on balance, a defeat for the British, who lost four frigates, though one of these was subsequently recaptured. The French squadron did not survive the British invasion of Mauritius!Attractions on the Ile aux Phares/ Ile aux Fouquets/ Lighthouse Island: Grand River South East Waterfalls

You will have your lunch and drinks at Îlot Mangenie, a small island just next to Île aux Cerfs Island.