How Much Does an
Île aux Cerfs Tour Cost?
A straight answer, with what\u2019s actually included at each price point \u2014 and the extras that quietly add up.
Three Price Tiers, Simply Explained
There is no single \u201cprice of an Île aux Cerfs tour\u201d, because \u201ctour\u201d covers three very different products. Here is what each tier actually costs, based on our current pricing, and what that money buys you.
Speedboat shuttle
Return crossing only. No lunch, drinks or snorkelling — you pay for everything on the island. Cheapest, but bare-bones.
Shared catamaran
Full-day sail with BBQ lunch, open bar, snorkel gear and beach time. The best-value option for most visitors.
Private charter
The whole boat for your group, with a flexible itinerary and upgraded catering. Great value when split across 8+ people.
What You\u2019re Really Paying For
The headline number rarely tells the whole story. A \u20ac55 shared catamaran cruise looks more expensive than a \u20ac30 speedboat shuttle, but the catamaran usually includes a BBQ lunch (grilled fish, chicken, salads), an open bar, snorkelling equipment and a couple of hours of organised beach time. Add those to a bare shuttle yourself and the gap closes fast.
The same goes at the top end. A private charter from around \u20ac965 sounds steep, but it is the whole boat \u2014 not a per-person rate \u2014 and it typically includes upgraded food, a dedicated crew and an itinerary built around your group. Split it across eight or ten people and it often works out to roughly what a shared cruise costs, without sharing the deck.
Extras That Quietly Add Up
Hotel transfers
Often an add-on, especially from the north or west. If it’s not in the price, budget for a taxi or a transfer package.
Water sports
Parasailing, tube rides and the underwater sea walk are paid separately on the island, roughly €20–60 each.
Food and drink on the island
If your boat doesn’t include lunch, the island’s restaurants and beach bars are the alternative — and they charge tourist prices.
Crew tips
Not compulsory, but a tip of a few euros per person is customary for a good cruise.
How to Compare Quotes Fairly
When two operators quote different prices for \u201cthe same\u201d trip, the difference is almost always in the inclusions. Before you compare, line up the same checklist for each: transfers, lunch, drinks, snorkel gear, beach time, and group size. A cheaper boat that seats forty and charges for lunch is not the same product as a \u20ac55 all-inclusive.
See our Île aux Cerfs tours and catamaran cruises for transparent, all-inclusive pricing \u2014 what you see is what you pay.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the cheapest way to visit Île aux Cerfs?
An independent speedboat shuttle from Trou d’Eau Douce. You pay a return crossing of roughly €25–35 per person and bring your own food and drink. It is the cheapest entry point, but it is a bare-bones day — no lunch, drinks, snorkel gear or guiding.
Is the private charter worth the price?
For a group of eight or more, often yes. A private catamaran from around €965 for the whole boat works out to a comparable per-person cost to a shared cruise, but with the boat entirely to yourselves, a flexible itinerary and usually better catering. For couples it is harder to justify unless it is a special occasion.
Why do prices for the same tour vary so much?
What’s included is the main variable. Two operators can both advertise an “Île aux Cerfs cruise”, but one includes hotel transfers, lunch and an open bar while the other charges separately for each. Always compare what is actually in the price, not just the headline number.
Get a Clear, All-Inclusive Price
Browse the cruises or ask us directly \u2014 no hidden extras, just the real cost.