Beyond Cliches and Superlatives
Mauritius Island Luxury
7 Nights / 8 Days
Mauritius Beach
from: £ 145.00 per night per person
Explore Mauritius’ exotic culture, learn to scuba dive, sail, and snorkel or simply enjoy a relaxing holiday on the beach. Select from our exquisite Resorts and experience this magical Indian Ocean destination.
Mauritius Le Mauricia
7 Nights / 8 Days
Mauritius Beach
from: £ 963.00 per person
Mauritius is luxury in the heart of the Indian Ocean. Le Mauricia Hotel is set in a lively location, a short walk along the beach to the centre of the bustling village of Grand Baie.
Botswana Safari with Mauritius Island
13 Nights / 14 Days
Victoria Falls Zimbabwe – Botswana – Mauritius Island.
from: £ 3,700.00 per person
Experience 2 nights at Victoria Falls & 4 Nights Botswana Safari including Okavango Delta before lazing on the glorious beaches of Mauritius Island.
Mauritius Holiday Highlights
- Settle into barefoot luxury and forget about shoes.
- Spend an afternoon in the Moka Mountains, where colonial mansions are surrounded by tropical rainforest.
- Search for macaques along the beautiful walking trails of Black River Gorges National Park.
- Explore the ancient capital of Mahebourg, where rustic restaurants evoke the time of pirates and Dutch explorers.
- Get back to a pristine white beach and do nothing for the rest of the day.
- Explore the water on a snorkelling or scuba diving tour.
- Mountain bike or quad bike through ecological reserves.
- Complete the world’s longest zip line circuit and whizz 3.5 km through Domaine de L’Etoile.
- Find giant Aldabra tortoises and pink pigeons on Egret Island, the final resting place of the dodo.
- Go shopping and explore local culture in Port Louis, Mauritius’s enigmatic capital.
Fascinating Facts
- The legendary dodo bird was found only in Mauritius before it became extinct. Despite its extinction, the dodo remains Mauritius’ national animal.
- Mark Twain has been quoted as saying, “You gather the idea that Mauritius was made first, and then heaven, and that heaven was copied after Mauritius.”
- The first settlement was established by the Dutch in 1638. Later the French and British arrived on the island. Mauritius became independent from Britain in 1968.
- The island was created by volcanic activity more than 8 million years ago and is almost entirely surrounded by coral reefs.
- There are many scenic waterfalls especially in the south west of the island.
- The country of Mauritius includes the island of Mauritius, Rodrigues and the outer islands.
- Mauritius was part of the long power struggle between the French and the British during the Napoleonic Wars.
Mauritius holidays can suit your mood. The main thing to do is to do nothing at all. Beautiful beaches are the main attraction and you won’t be restricted to just one. The coastal roads make for lovely driving and there is a staggering selection of beaches to choose from.
Then think about swimming with dolphins, whale excursions, catamaran sailing, yacht cruises, snorkelling, scuba diving, and sun worshipping besides swaying palm trees. Superb golf courses are also located along the coast. Then explore the interior for lion and cheetah interactions, rainforest hikes, botanical gardens, mountain beauty, and an exotic mix of cultures.
Mauritius is a wonderful destination most months of the year. The climate is warm and tropical all year around, so you can savour long days of sunbathing whenever you visit. Do take note of these seasonal differences.
April to October are the cooler and drier winter months, although that still means temperatures hovering around 30ºC and full days of sunshine. May and June are a perfect time to visit because the climate is ideal yet you won’t pay peak season prices. These are also good months for a safari and beach combination holiday.
July and August also have wonderful weather but the prices go up and the island can get a little crowded. We recommend avoiding the east coast and Ile aux Cerfs as the wind can become uncomfortably strong, plus the resorts gets busy during these peak season months. Consider the west or south instead.
Although the temperature rises a little in September and October, these are great months for couples, as you can get cheaper prices and there are less other visitors. November and December are significantly hotter and more humid, but unless you have small children, the climate shouldn’t be off putting.
January to March brings the wet cyclone season as well as the hottest temperatures. This is off season and some of the resorts close, while others offer significant discounts. Sometimes grey skies are very welcome. The ocean doesn’t sparkle but clouds can provide welcome respite from the sun.
We take a personalised approach to your holiday. Whether a safari and beach combination or an exclusive Mauritius holiday, we will guide you through all the options and find the best deal based on your preferences.
TIME DIFFERENCE
GMT + 5 hours
CURRENCY
Mauritian Rupee
VISAS
Passports must be valid for 6 months.
LANGUAGE
English, French, Mauritian Creole
