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Mauritius
- Overview
- The Basics
- Attractions
- Activities
- Public Holidays
- Travel Health
- Useful Contacts
- Airports
- Climate
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- Visa & Passport
- Flights to Mauritius
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- Mauritius Map
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Cities
- Port Louis
Resorts
- Belle Mare
- Blue Bay
- Chamarel
- Curepipe
- Flic en Flac
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What to see in Mauritius
Mauritius Attractions
Things to see and do in Mauritius extend far beyond it's white sand beaches and clear turquoise waters. See a replica of the legendary Dodo at Port Louis' Natural History Museum, and explore the Central Market, a bustling hub of culture, colour and bargains. Visit the impressive and historic manor houses in Moka and take in Chamarel's rainbow of coloured sands, the 'Seven Coloured Earth'. Black River Gorges National Park is great for picnics, hiking and scenic drives, while La Vanille Reserve des Mascareigne is home to thousands of crocodiles and giant tortoises. Its lovely weather makes Mauritius a perfect year-round holiday destination.
Beaches
The beaches of Mauritius are close to perfect, with fine white sand and clear water running to heavenly shades of blue.…
Belle Mare's Waterpark
This fantastic water park is a great place to take the kids for the day to cool off. Featuring fantastic rides such as…
Black 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…
Casela Bird Park
Home to nearly 150 species of birds, Casela Bird Park is a paradise for birdwatching in Mauritius. The park opened in…
Children Safari Quad Biking
A fantastic adventure for children and parents alike, a quad biking trip under the supervision of professional guides…
Ganga Talao
Located in a secluded mountain area in the district of Savanne, Ganga Talao (or Grand Bassin) is a crater lake considered…
Ile Aux Cerfs
The small island of Ile aux Cerfs (Stag Island) off the east coast of Mauritius is a popular tourist haven, managed by…
La Vanille Reserve des Mascareigne
La Vanille Reserve des Mascareigne is nature reserve best known for its thousands of crocodiles and the giant tortoises,…
Mauritius Aquarium
The Mauritius Aquarium is wonderful for all animal lovers and children. Located in the North West of Mauritius in a small…
Moka
Those who enjoy seeking out some culture along with their sunshine holiday should visit the town of Moka, seven miles…
Rodrigues Island
Sometimes called the 'Cinderella of the Mascarenes', Rodrigues Island is a tiny island roughly 348 miles (560km) east…
Seven Coloured Earths
Promoted as Mauritius' first attraction back in the 1960s and located on the Mauritian island of Chamarel, Seven Coloured…
Souillac
The small seaside resort of Souillac is sited along the rugged coast in the southern Savanne district. The appeal of…
Triolet Shivala
The village of Triolet is the largest in the Pamplemousses district, and is home to the largest Hindu temple in Mauritius,…
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