Excursions
Beaches
The beaches of Mauritius are close to perfect, with fine white
sand and clear water running to heavenly shades of blue. Some of
the island's best beaches on the west coast are easily reached from
Port Louis. Flic en Flac is the longest...
see full detailsDomaine Les Pailles
A short taxi ride to the south of Port Louis is the Domaine Les
Pailles cultural centre and nature park, covering more than 1,500
hectares (3,707 acres) and offering plenty of entertainment for
visitors. Activities include horse-drawn carriage and train rides,
viewing a working...
see full detailsMoka
Those who enjoy seeking out some culture along with their
sunshine holiday should visit the town of Moka, seven miles (12km)
south of Port Louis; Moka is not only Mauritius' academic centre
but also blessed with some beautiful scenery and impressive
historic manor houses....
see full detailsIle Aux Cerfs
The small island of Ile aux Cerfs (Stag Island) off the east
coast of Mauritius is a popular tourist haven, managed by the
adjacent Touessrok Hotel, but open to the public. The island,
featuring splendid tropical vegetation and encircled by magnificent
beaches, can be...
see full detailsBlack River Gorges National Park
Situated in the south-west of the island, the Black River Gorges
National Park is a popular spot for picnics, hiking and scenic
drives. The park encompases thick pine forests, gorges and rugged
mountains and is a sanctuary for wildlife and fauna. Bird-watchers
should look...
see full detailsLa Vanille Reserve des Mascareigne
La Vanille Reserve des Mascareigne is nature reserve best known
for its thousands of crocodiles and the giant tortoises, which they
are helping re-introduce to the island of Rodrigues. Children can
sit on the giant tortoises and watch the crocodiles being fed. The
shop...
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The small seaside resort of Souillac is sited along the rugged
coast in the southern Savanne district. The appeal of Souillac lies
in its scenery, as it is not a bathing spot. In striking contrast
to the soft curves of the northern coastline,...
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