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Oct 30, 2023
Mauritius, a small island in the Indian Ocean, invites you to enjoy its enchanting beaches and a variety of activities it has just for you.
Here’s our pick of the best things to see and do on your holiday in Mauritius.
If you’re down at Domaine de Bel Ombre, a drive along the southern coast road to Souillac is an easy diversion. Along the way you’ll encounter small fishing villages, delicious local street foods, and fabulous views of the ocean.
In the opposite direction lies the flat, sheltered lagoon at Le Morne, one of the best places in the world to try your hand at kitesurfing. This adrenalin-fuelled sport has grown hugely in popularity over recent years, so book yourself an introductory lesson or sit back and watch the pros in action.
There’s no better way to experience another country’s culture and history than through its food. While in Mauritius, try out some of our favourite snacks and sweet treats, like the ubiquitous dhal puri or a plateful of pretty pink napolitans.
This island nature reserve about 800 metres off the coast of Mahebourg gives an insight into the extensive conservation work undertaken to protect rare endemic species like the Mauritian pink pigeon. You’ll also have the opportunity to visit the Aldabran Giant Tortoise in its one-hectare home.
Pamplemousses is the oldest botanical garden in the southern hemisphere and a genuine tropical treasure trove. The grounds are full of unusual tree specimens like the Indian almond and Caribbean laurel, not to mention 85 global species of palm. But best of all are the astonishingly huge Amazonica waterlilies, which adorn the rectangular pond.
The handsome Creole mansion known as Eureka was formerly a sugar plantation but is now a museum and one of the most popular visitor attractions on the island. The meticulously preserved residence is packed with elegant period furniture and antiques, and with its wraparound verandah and 109 doors and windows, it is thought to be one of the largest houses in Mauritius.
Ganga Talao is both a peaceful lake in the crater of an extinct volcano and a pilgrimage site for Mauritius’ Hindu population. Also known as Grand Bassin, the lake draws the faithful year-round who come to pray, meditate and make offerings to Lord Shiva. But the site is popular with tourists too, who come for a stroll around the lake path or to sit among the temples and watch the local monkeys at play.
Up on the east coast, Amber Island is a tiny forested islet surrounded by tangled mangrove and the flat, multi-hued waters of the lagoon. Easily reached by sea kayak, the island offers a chance to paddle peacefully through this rich ecosystem in search of numerous crustaceans and sea turtles.
Make your way up to Trou aux Biches beach on the northwest coast and experience one of the most unusual aquatic experiences in Mauritius. These self-propelled scooters, originally designed in Australia for visiting the Great Barrier Reef, are fuel-free and eco-friendly, and with a maximum speed of 2.5 knots, they allow you to experience the subterranean world at your own pace.
Enjoy a scenic hike in Mauritius at Le Morne Brabant, Le Pouce, or Black River Gorges National Park. Indulge yourself in the beauty of nature while getting some exercise.
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