The Pearl of the Indian Ocean
Mauritius is known for white flour sand beaches, turquoise lagoons, lush vegetation, and rich cultural values.
Best Suited to Which Type of Travelers:
Active travelers, water lovers, seekers of relaxation and incredible natural beauty will not be disappointed in Mauritius!
We Recommend These Experiences:
• Relax on a powdery white sand beach with the crystal-clear sea at your feet • Dive or snorkel in the gorgeous tropical waters; you can even swim with dolphins! • Golf one of the island’s dozen courses, many designed by the likes of Ernie Els or David Leadbetter, featuring spectacular sea views and coastal panoramas. • Visit the village of Chamaral, famous for its vivid swirls of sand in shades of red, green, yellow, indigo and violet. • Sample French, Indian, African, and Asian-influenced local dishes such as daube, fish vindaye, chicken or fish kalia, and mutton halim. • Explore the island’s old sugar mill, sample unrefined sugars, and learn about sugar’s history in Mauritius. • Taste one of Mauritius sugar’s most enjoyable byproducts: Mauritian Rum! • Kayak, sail, wind or kite surf - or hike through rainforests and canyons dotted with waterfalls. • Explore one of the more than one dozen nature reserves and botanical gardens on Mauritius.
Activities In Mauritius...Not to Be Missed:
Windsurf
Scuba/Snorkel
Golf
Waterfall Hike
Beach
Pampelmousses Garden
Deep Sea Fishing
Local Culture
Kayak
Port Louis
Boating/ Sailing
Cultural Heritage Sites
Mauritius Video Courtesy of Mauritius Tourism
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In The Know:
Explore Weather Chart
Best Time To Visit
Jan + Feb + Mar + Apr +++ May +++ Jun ++ Jul ++ Aug ++ Sep +++ Oct +++ Nov ++ Dec ++
+ Mid-December, January, February, March, to mid-April
Rainy, hot and humid, Cyclone season
++ November and April
Before and after cyclone season, so it can rain
+++ May, June, July, August and September
Great weather
Getting Around:
Vehicles & Helicopter
Pairs well with:
South Africa, Botswana
Fun Facts:
Mauritius was the only known habitat of the now-extinct dodo bird, and Mark Twain once wrote, "Heaven was copied after Mauritius.”