The tour to the Ile aux Aigrettes is truly worth it. Our guide was amazing knowing so much about the fauna and animals living there and on Mauritius. We saw some of the giant turtle and were lucky to spot a pink gigeon. On the boat ride to the island we got a first amazing impression of the turquois water of the ocean in Mauritius.

We took the eco tour over to the island with the official Mauritian wildlife foundation, which you book via their website. This trip allows you actually into the interior of the island where a very knowledgeable guide takes you around the habit showing you the various flora and fauna - this also included talks on the species that were endemic to the islands but are now sadly extinct. However there was plenty of live wildlife to be seen, including the highlights of the wild Aldabra Giant Tortoises with 'Big Daddy' being a favourite, birds such as the pink pigeon and Mauritiun Dody and trees like endangered Ebony. Beautiful place, and a great trip would definitely recommend.

We went on a guided visit with Patrick (Shandrani Beachcomber hotel). We had a very interesting tour. We could sense the responsibility and willingness to protect this island and the animals. A great tour. Thanks Patrick!

Definitively one of the best tours I did in Mauritius. Passionate conservationists that aim at restoring the native ecosystem. The explanations are well given and you have the chance to see endemic trees and endangered species.

Great tour of the island which is home to lots of different wildlife species. I really enjoyed the guided tour and seeing the different animals that call the reserve home and finding out the conservation work which is being completed. Listen to the guide and stay quiet as you walk thru the reserve to help keep the peaceful atmosphere of the reverse. Lots to see and learn about as you wander through well kept pathways. The ferry ride to the island is very short and where you take off from is simply beautiful. The staff were friendly and informative throughout the tour and really glad I went. There are toilets on the island but not shops to buy drink or food so take a water bottle. There is a gift shop to exit through before leaving the island.

The Île Aux Aigrettes is a fascinating place. Most of the indigenous plants and animals of Mauritius were wiped out by European sailors and settlers in the 17th and 18th centuries, and scientists have now restored this little island to its indigenous state. We went with Patrick Athion from the Shandrani Hotel. He was an excellent guide, with a comprehensive knowledge of botany and zoology. He led us around the island for a couple of hours as he explained what the scientists and researchers are doing, and how its ecosystem works. Don't miss a trip to Île Aux Aigrettes with him if you are staying at the Shandrani! The tour had several highlights. Big Daddy is marvellous. I'd always thought of tortoises as living IN their shells, but actually they ARE their shells, and their nervous systems and spinal cord are attached to their shells. Fascinating! The Mauritius pink pigeons were also rather lovely. Flying foxes. The ebony tree, somehow growing on the thin soil. And the two plants there that display heterophylly – bois de boeuf and bois de rat. Their higher and lower leaves were astonishingly different. If you have any interest at all in conservation, then visit Île Aux Aigrettes and learn!

We rode on a good boat, didn't get boatsick [see Robben Island review] since it doesn't have a roof. Hopped off, then saw Aldebra giant tortoise. First tour part was baby tortoises and bats. Then there were lizards, a kiosk, pink pigeons then it was garden right near extra giant tortoise, B.D. Afraid because it nearly bit my sister's finger. Other stuff and honestly like my garden.

To save the Future Generation we must learn from our past errors. Ile aux Aigrettes is a must for anyone visiting Mauritius. The lady Guide was highly versed and took us ( a group of 17 persons) on a tour 200 years back to show mankind's devastating role in decimating flora & fauna of the Island. Thanks a lot to Laeticia.

We were only 5 people and a very knowledgeable guide. The departure is from pointe Jerome, the boat trip to the island is very quick. The tour is amazing and lasts over all approximately two hours. We saw skink, bat, pink pigeon and other birds and tortoises. We were taught about different plants as well. If you like tours which respect nature, I sincerely recommend.

Really interesting and knowledgable guide whose name I didn’t catch! Really good value for money with a lovely boat ride across the turquoise sea. Plenty of time given to see and hear about the important work being done to protect the endemic species Keep up the excellent work it’s so important for future generations Thank you for a lovely 2 hours