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Looking at the coral through a glass-bottom boat
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⛵ Boat trips & islands · Le Morne

Glass-bottom boat at Le Morne

A short glass-bottom boat ride over the corals of the Le Morne lagoon: the reef without getting wet, good for anyone who doesn't snorkel.

🚗 From the villa25 min · 17.5 kmoff-peak estimate
⏱️ Time needed1–1.5 hnot counting the drive
🕓 Best time of day☀️ Morning
💰 PriceRs 500–1,000 (CHF 8.7–17)Per person (negotiate; indicative).

Boatmen on Le Morne public beach run short glass-bottom boat trips over the coral of the lagoon, often with a quick snorkel stop for those who want it. It's an easy way for non-swimmers to see the reef fish and corals.

About an hour, arranged on the spot.

  • The reef without getting wet
  • Easy for everyone
  • Arranged on the beach

Getting there

Driving route from the villa

🚗 By car: 25 min (17.5 km) off-peak. Directions in Google Maps ↗

  • 🚕 Taxi from the villa: about Rs 700–950 (CHF 12–17) one way per car (agree the price first; a return trip with waiting time is often negotiable).

📅 Booking: On the spot with the boatmen on Le Morne public beach.

Tips

  • 💡 Go before 10:00, when the water is calmest and clearest.