Activities during your stay in Mauritius

Mauritius invites you to tours to a stunning tropical garden that seems to arise from the emerald green waters of a stunning lagoon. Located off the east coast of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean, Mauritius is one of the most beautiful holiday spots in the country.

Mauritius is a tiny island country that lies at the tip of a huge volcano and looks marvelous with its barrier reefs and emerald blue waters and lovely pure beaches.

Discover the wonders of Mauritius while strolling through the streets and alleys, shop for goods at the local markets steeped in the aroma of Saffron. Visit the various architectural wonders that are reflective of the medieval architecture and European heritage in this tiny island country.

Discover the fascinating colors of the Mauritius culture, participate in the traditional festivals and marvel at the unique cultural customs that are an amalgamation of Indigenous, Indian, Chinese and European cultures.

You can enjoy water sports at almost all the beaches located in Mauritius though its is better not to go deep sea diving unless one is an experienced diver as the area is infested with sharks and you are likely come across ship wrecks.

Mauritius offers you ample opportunity to visit the important tourist attractions located in Mauritius. Visit the bustling Port Louis that happens to be the happening capital city of Mauritius. Go on tours to the China Town and the Muammar El Khadafi. Tours to Curepipe in Mauritius brings you to an enchanting world of tea gardens and ship building industry.
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Gardens is a must visit while you are on tours to beautiful Mauritius.

If Mauritius is particularly known for it's marvellous beaches,there are several sites around the island which are worth a visit. You will discover some of the fabulous natural treasures of Mauritius. The dimensions of the island allow you to reach tham easily .

To Discover the island you can either rent a car,
Or take a car with a chauffeur who will guide you to those fabulous natural treasures of Mauritius, and other beaches of the island. The car and the chauffeur stay with you all day. Along the way he will stop at the good restaurants where you can have lunch. You will also rest on the beach and do some shopping if you want to bring back some souvenirs.
There are several Tours and excursions which last one full day. The rate is Rs 1500 (39€) per excursion for a maximum of 4 persons.

1- Port louis & The north

La Citadelle
Caudan Water Front
-Blue Penny Museum
- Vue du port
Marché Central
Jardin de Pamplemousses
L' Avebnture du Sucre
Cap Malheureux
Péreybère (plage)
Mont Choisy (plage)
Troux aux aux Biches (plage)
Pointes aux piments

2 Curepipe & the south west

Grand Bassin
Ganga talao (le temple)
Lac sacré - lieu de pélérinage des hindoues
Bois cheri, l'usine du thé
Crocodile Vanille Park
Gris Gris
Black River Gorges
Chamerel Water Falls
Terre des sept couleurs

3 - The South

Mahébourg
Excursions vers l’Ile aux aigrettes (réserve naturelle)
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Blue Bay – Pointe d’Esny (plage)
Domaine du Chasseur
Domaine Ylang Ylang

4 - The centre and the south

Glass Gallery
Phoenix L’Atelier des maquettes de bateau
Floreal Museum
Musée du Textile
Shopping du Textile
Adamas
Troux aux Cerfs
Cape town
Mare aux Vacoas
Alexandra Falls
Black River Gorges
Chamerel Water Falls
Terre des sept couleurs

5 - South west

Casela Nature Park
jardin d’oiseau (entrée payante )
Tamarin
les salines, fabrication du sel. Surfing
La Gaulette : vue sur l’ile aux bénitiers
Le morne
Baie du Cap
Bel Ombre
La Valée des Couleurs (payant)
Gorges de la Rivière Noire.

6 - The East

Ile aux cerfs
Traversée en bateau payante
Plages & Activités nautiques
Balades en bateau vers les cascades de GRSE
WaterPark ( leisure Village)

7 - The North ( with Blue Safari)

Triolet
Le Chivala ( le plus grand temple hindou)
Troux aux aux Biches (plage)
Mont Choisy (plage)
Grand Baie
capitale touristique de l’ile, diversactivités nautiques
Under sea walk ( 236 78 19, 263 30 77, 729 44 11 )
Péreybère (plage)
Cap Malheureux
célèbre pour sa chapelle au toit rouge
Blue Safari (Payant et rendez sous)

8 - La route du thé

Curepipe
Domaine des Aubinaux
Bois Chéri
l’usine , fabrication du thé
St Aubain/ Rivière des Anguilles
Maison de la Vanille, serres d’anthuriums

Many hotels provide windsurfing and kayaking equipment for their guests, and for those who prefer less strenuous communing, there's usually a glass-bottom boat to be found. For Jules Verne fans, lead-booted, bubble-headed 'undersea walks' can be arranged near Grand Baie reef, as can a ride on La Nessee, a semi-submersible boat - sort of like a submarine - that allows a close-up tour of the reefs without the nuisance of getting wet.
Surfing was big on the island of mauritius in the 1970s, until the rising costs of airfare and accommodation drove surfers to seek bluer pastures. Now, with vacation costs back to bearable, the crowds are picking up again. The area around Tamarin on the west coast of mauritius is said to be the best spot to drop in, and the season lasts from around June to August. Diving around the island is not especially interesting, save for off the outer isle of Cargados Carajos, but there are no dive operators there. On Mauritius, the best dive sites are around Flic en Flac on the west coast. Snorkelling is a better proposition, with over-the-side boat trips running from most major hotels and from Grand Baie beach. The best swimming beaches are all at the northern end of the island.

Serious anglers will love the superb deep-sea fishing in the waters off Mauritius, where there are healthy populations of blue and black marlin, bonita and yellowfin tuna, several species of shark and spectacular sailfish to hook into. Overall, October through April is the best time to sink a line, though there are fish to be caught year round and the wahoo don't start biting until September.

Though Mauritius is promoted primarily as a 'beach' destination, the attractions of hiking and trekking through the interior are legion. For lowland walking, take into account the heat and humidity. For highland treks, come prepared for rain at any time of year, especially from October to March. The Réserve Forrestière Macchabée and Black River Gorges National Park provide the bulk of the wild walks on the island, though there are some fantastic short-but-strenuous hikes in the hills around Moka Town. Curepipe, atop the plateau, is the best place for trekkers to stock up before a trip.