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The small volcanic island of Mauritius is situated in the warm Indian Ocean, surrounded by magnificent coral reefs and an abundance of exotic and colourful sea life. Mauritius is a beautiful island, with lush subtropical forests and over 80 different types of palm trees, craters and basalt rocks littering its interior.
The small volcanic island of Mauritius is situated in the warm Indian Ocean, surrounded by magnificent coral reefs and an abundance of exotic and colourful sea life. Mauritius is a beautiful island, with lush subtropical forests and over 80 different types of palm trees, craters and basalt rocks littering its interior.
The island's historic capitol, Port Louis, still retains much of its charm, with many interesting landmarks and a bustling market-place selling every exotic spice imaginable and a variety of leather goods, gifts and souvenirs. The modern & exclusive Caudan Waterfront is the island’s premier commercial, shopping & entertainment centre, with sophisticated shops and restaurants & cinema complex.
The island’s north coast is particularly popular, with superb year-round weather & the delightful & elegant seaside resort town of Grand Baie, home to many interesting shops and restaurants, as well as the famous Grand Baie Yacht Club. In total contrast to all this bustling modernity is the breathtaking Pamplemousses Gardens, the island’s botanical gardens, which are a haven of peace and beauty, home to many indigenous plants including giant waterlilies, ancient trees and shrubs, and the giant tortoises which amble along as they have done for centuries.
Right around Mauritius, on its many superb beaches, are hotels of every description, offering a paradise holiday with excellent amenities, superb cuisine and every type of entertainment facility imaginable. The island’s quaint towns and villages offer visitors an opportunity to see another side of Mauritian life, with fishermen setting out early to find their daily catch, quaint shops and restaurants, and the carefree, laid-back lifestyle of its people making a holiday here a most relaxing experience.
The people of Mauritius are made up of a variety of racial groups, all coexisting harmoniously. The rituals & cuisines of a myriad of societies include Chinese, Indian and Creole & all contribute to the exotic and varied character of this paradise island. A holiday in Mauritius involves tasting the exotic flavours in its cuisine & culture, which one can enjoy at various theme evenings at the hotels, where islanders teach visitors how to savour their unique culture in music and dance.
No paradise island is complete without a variety of watersports activities - Mauritius offers them all, from excellent diving and snorkelling to deep-sea fishing down south. A variety of black marlin, blue marlin, yellow-fin tuna, barracuda & dorado are found in the surrounding waters.
Most hotels offer superb watersports, enabling guests to go waterskiing, windsurfing, snorkelling, parasailing or enjoy rides on glass-bottom boats... and more.
One of the island’s true sports mecca’s is the untouched magical isle of Ile Aux Cerfs, set just off the east coast and accessible by boat. Here on this tropical paradise, with its lush casuarina trees and beautiful beaches, every watersports facility is available, excellent restaurants serve delectable fare, and there’s a brand new golf course as well!
TROPICAL SPICES
PAMPLEMOUSSES GARDENS & PORT LOUIS
This comprehensive sightseeing tour is the perfect introduction to Mauritius. It combines sightseeing and shopping so that visitors get a true feel of this exotic island. Visit the magnificent Pamplemousses Royal Botanical Gardens, home to rare indigenous plants and giant tortoises. Then head to Port Louis where fine colonial houses are a reminder of the island's colourful past. Go shopping for spices and handicrafts at Port Louis' bustling marketplace, then stop off at the interesting craft market on the Caudan Waterfront.
COLOURFUL SOUTH
Explore the very best of this island paradise, with wonderful opportunities for sightseeing. Highlights include a visit to Trou aux Cerfs, the crater of an extinct volcano; Pass the Mare aux Vacaos, stop at Grand Bassin Lake and the the beautiful Black River Gorges. Enjoy lunch at Varanque sur Morne followed by a visit to the Sevencoloured Earth at Charmarel, and enjoy the magnificent view of Le Morne before returning to your hotel. Tour includes lunch.
SIMPLY SAILING
Get away from it all and spend a glorious day aboard a catamaran and explore Mauritius by sea. The day starts on the East Coast at Trou d'Eau Douce, from where you sail along the east coast. The catamaran sails in the clear turquoise waters of the sheltered lagoon. Depending on the tides, a visit to the Grand River South East waterfall will be included. There is time for swimming, relaxing and snorkelling before anchoring off Ile Aux Cerfs for a delicious barbecue lunch.
NATURE CRUISE
This is the perfect day combining a morning cruise on board a catamaran and the afternoon in a mountain park. The morning starts at Trou D'eau Douce where you board the catamaran. Time to swim, snorkel and relax in the sun with snacks & drinks before disembarking at Anse Jonchee. Arrive at the unspoilt Domaine du Chasseur. After lunch, wander around and explore on foot.
AQUARELLE
CATAMARAN ON THE WEST COAST
Treat yourself to a dream cruise on the magnificent west coast on board the catamaran 'Aquarelle II'. Embark at Black River Jetty, relax and enjoy the coastline as you glide past casuarina-lined beaches and majestic Tamarin Bay. If you're lucky you may see dolphins play and swim besides the boat. Swim and snorkel, then enjoy a barbecue lunch on board. Includes lunch and drinks.
CHARM AND FLAVOURS
TEA ROUTE, CROCODILE PARK AND BEL AIR ESTATE
Visit the Tea Route which starts with Les Aubineaux, one of the Central Plateau's few remaining Colonial houses. After tea, drive through tea fields to the village of Bois- Cheri for a guided tour of a tea factory. Visit the Vanilla House, the greenhouse & the rum distillery, then enjoy lunch prepared from the produce of the estate. Proceed to La vanille Reserve des Mascareignes, a farm harbouring Nile crocodiles imported for a visit. Ride the 'Mauritian train' through Paradise Valley to the Bel Air estate, where you will enjoy refreshments while admiring the view from La Baleine View Point. Includes lunch and entrance fees.
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