Mauritius
- Destination: International
Mauritius, known officially as the Republic of Mauritius, is an island nation located off the coast of the African continent in the southwest Indian Ocean. It is a volcanic island of lagoons and palm-fringed beaches with coral reefs surrounding most of the coastline. The island is situated approximately 2400 kilometers off the South East Coast of Africa. The island covers an area of 1,865 square kilometers or 720 square miles, with 330 kilometers of coastline. Mauritius is 45km in width and 65km in length.
Mauritius Tour Package (6 Nights / 7 Days)
Itinerary
Day 1: Mauritius
Today you arrive into the beautiful Island Country of Mauritius. Upon arrival you are met and are transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to unwind and take in the salubrious environs around you. Later in the evening we recommend you to make a trip to the Grand Baie area or the waterfront area which is dotted by haute cafes and abundant entertainment. Overnight in Mauritius.
Day 2: Mauritius
Wake up to breakfast this morning and you are taken for a full day tour to the Ile Aux Cerfs. Here you can enjoy time on your own and indulge in water sports and para-sailing etc. The tour terminates back at the hotel later in the evening. Overnight in Mauritius.
Day 3: Mauritius
Wake up to a lazy breakfast this morning and the entire day is free for you to experiment on the various optional tours that Mauritius has to offer you. You could spend the day walking - walking on the Sea Bed! Try the Undersea Walk. This is truly a lifetime experience !! in case you would like to admire the marine life without getting into the water you could try the Le Nesse which is a semi submersible and you could sit and see the marine life from the safety of the glass around you! Overnight in Mauritius.
Day 4: Mauritius
A trip to Mauritius would be incomplete if you do not visit the Pamplemousses Garden which houses the giant water lilies. This is again a Full day trip and also takes you to Port Louis where you can spend sometime shopping. Overnight in Mauritius.
Day 5: Mauritius
Another day in this Paradise country and what can you do today? Lots!! You could try a cruise around the Island or just sit and relax by the sea or the pool and pamper yourself with the amenities your hotel has to offer you. Dinner is at the hotel. Overnight in Mauritius.
Day 6: Mauritius
Wake up to a relaxed breakfast this morning and proceed for a South Island tour with Chamarel on seat in coach basis. Return to the hotel in the evening as dinner awaits you. Overnight in Mauritius.
Day 7: Mauritius
Your holiday comes to an end today as its time to pack and check out of your hotel this morning. You are escorted to the airport in order for you to catch your flight back home. Hope you have had a great holiday.
Mauritius Travel Guide
Mauritius Museum
The modern museum, which is dedicated to the history and art of the island, was opened in November 2001. Since then it attracts a lot of visitors. The Museum collections also includes old marine maps, paintings, sculptures, stamps, engravings and old documents, which tell about Mauritian history and culture.
The collection is attractively presented through modern staging techniques, sounds and light special effects and multimedia screens. Information boards in English and French give explanations about the exhibition pieces. Audio guides are available in the following languages: English, French, German, Italian and Kreol. For groups a guided tour through the museum can be organized.
- Blue Penny Museum
- National History Museum
- L Aventure du Sucre
- Chateau de Labourdonnais
Mauritius Parks and Gardens
The park is set up with a variety of beautiful exotic plants and flowers. Moreover on the grounds of the park are located the delicious restaurant Le Mirador and a beautiful lookout point with stunning views over the west coast.
- Casela Nature Park
- Casela Nature and Leisure Park
- Pamplemousses Botanical Garden
- Francois Legat Tortoise Park
- Black River Gorges National Park
- La Vallee des Couleurs Nature Park
Mauritius Beaches
The endless white sandy beaches, the turquoise blue lagoons and the clean nice warm seawater all these are things for which Mauritius is so famous. There is an offshore riff almost around the whole island, riff which is the main factor in the genesis of this paradise with beaches and lagoons. The coastline of Mauritius is approximately 330 km long and nearly everywhere you can find the nice sandy beaches.
- Ile Aux Cerfs
- La Cuvette Beach
- Tamarin Beach
- Peyerbere Beach
- Ilot Gabriel Beach
- Le Morne Beach
- Blue Bay
- Ile Plate Beach
- Trou d Argent Beach
Mauritius Shopping
Mauritius has abolished taxes on most shopping items, meaning that its a great place to come to buy luxury goods, such as designer clothing, jewellery, perfume and electrical goods. Tourist shopping centres are located around the island, with a good selection of designer shops at the Caudan Waterfront complex in Port Louis, as well as in the smart resort town of Grand Baie. For real bargain hunters, join the locals at the textile markets and clothing factory outlet stores of Curepipe, Quatre-Bornes and Rose-Hill. In terms of traditional handicrafts, Mauritius offers little of huge interest, with the possible exception of locally produced baskets, tea, spices and fabrics. Another popular souvenir are model ships, for which Mauritius is famous.
Mauritius Food
Standards of cuisine, whether French, Creole, Indian, Chinese or English, are generally very high, but fruit, meat, vegetables and even fresh seafood are often imported.
Specialities:
- Venison
- Camarons in hot sauces
- Octopus
- Dholl purri (a wheat pancake stuffed with ground peas and served with curry)
- Gateaux piments (chilli cakes)