Prepare to be charmed, enjoy personalized attention and uplift your soul – a visit to Mauritius is sure to make you feel like you belong to the select few.
Often referred to as the ‘Star of the Indian Ocean’, Mauritius has safe beaches, calm seas and a temperate tropical climate. This, combined with the legendary Mauritian hospitality, makes this one of the most sought after holiday destinations in the world.
The contrast of a multitude of colors and flavors, the island nestled in a turquoise sea is an oasis of peace and tranquility. A melting pot where the past and present blend smoothly, Mauritius offers the traveler a multitude of things to do (besides relaxing on the beach). Mauritius is a true paradise for those who want to enjoy the sea or simply sunbathe.
You can tour the French city of Port Luis, the capital of Mauritius; visit The Harbour, La Citadelle, a hilltop stone fortress that offers a splendid view of Port Louis and, to this day, protects Mauritius; the Natural History Museum with the national bird of Mauritius, the Dodo; shopping at Port Louis Market, a riot of color with countless curios for sale; shop for French cosmetics and perfumes at reasonable prices in the duty-free shops at the Continental Shopping Arcade. Stroll through the enchanting Pamplemousses Gardens, which boast one of the largest collections of exotic plants in the world, including giant water lilies and the Talipot palm. An excursion to Ile aux Cerfs, a small island with the most beautiful beach in Mauritius and a paradise for water sports is a must. Embark on a thrilling underwater ride and get an intimate view of marine life.
In southern Mauritius, visit the Floreal Knitwear Factory Shop, Troux aux Cerfs, an extinct volcanic crater covered in vegetation with a breathtaking view, and Grand Bassin, one of the island’s two natural lakes and a pilgrimage site for Mauritians from Hindu faith, cozy in the crater of an extinct volcano. Take in splendid views of the Black River Gorges – a natural sanctuary for the island’s flora and fauna and the mesmerizing Chamarel Dunes – the ‘land of seven colours’, layered in contrasting earth tones of blue, green, red and yellow caused by weathering of volcanic rocks.
