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Travel to Mauritius - Part 1 - Introduction

International Travel | Mauritius

Pamplemousses Botanical Garden
Beach at Grand Baie
Sunset at Grand Baie
Beach at Belle Mare
Glass bottom boat ride
Banana Boat Ride
Ile Aux Cerfs
Ile aux Aigrettes Nature Reserve
Rochester Falls

Mauritius is an island in Indian Ocean and a destination known for its picture perfect beaches and warm weather all through the year. Mauritius is located 900 kms east of coast of Madagascar.

Mauritius has been for long known for its plantation highlands, serene beaches and for an interesting mix of culture, traditions and cuisine. Local Creole Population is a mix of Asian and African settlers and have a unique fervour.

Mauritius otherwise is full of nature centric experiences, marine life, water sports and adventure activities. Accommodation in Mauritius range from an Idyllic Beach front Villa to 5-star resorts.

Mauritius is an excellent getaway to unwind, move around, explore various beaches, restaurants etc. Mauritius from one end to the other would be less than 80 kms (one-way) and therefore perfect for those looking for an small island nation / single destination getaway experience.

The temperature on the coastal areas varies between 22°C in winter and 34°C in summer. The sea temperature varies between 22°C and 27°C. In the central part of the island, the maximum daytime temperature varies from about 19°C in August to about 26°C in February. The western and northern regions are warmer and relatively drier than the East and the South.

Those who enjoy swimming in the sea and calmer waters prefer to visit in Summer which is October onwards. However Mauritius is an all year round destination and can be visited any time of the year.

Access: Mauritius has an International Airport in South-East of the Island and is connected well with UK, South Africa, Kenya, UAE, Singapore and India by Direct flights.

Visa: No visas required for Mauritius Entry for less than 60 days as long as one has a confirmed hotel accommodation and a passport that does not expire during that time.

Driving : Excellent option to start a driving trip before moving to more complex areas. Indian driving license is valid here and roads are well marked / car hire is easily available. 62% population is native Indian, so Hindi is spoken widely and so chances of one getting lost are next to nothing. 

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  • The Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden commonly known as the Pamplemousses Botanical more

    Access

    Port Louis ( 13 Kms ), Grand Baie ( 15 Kms ), Belle Mare Plage ( 31 Kms ), Flic en Flac ( 35 Kms ), Le Morne Peninsula ( 58 Kms ), Mahebourg ( 61 Kms )
  • The Seven Coloured Earth are a geological formation and prominent tourist attraction found in the more

    Access

    Le Morne Peninsula ( 17 Kms ), Bel Ombre ( 18 Kms ), Flic en Flac ( 20 Kms ), Port Louis ( 35 Kms ), Grand Baie ( 55 Kms ), Mahebourg ( 60 Kms ), Belle Mare Plage ( 65 Kms )
  • Black River Gorges National Park is a national park in the hilly south-western part of Mauritius. more

    Access

    Bel Ombre ( 15 Kms ), Le Morne Peninsula ( 17 Kms ), Flic en Flac ( 19 Kms ), Port Louis ( 35 Kms ), Grand Baie ( 55 Kms ), Mahebourg ( 60 Kms ), Belle Mare Plage ( 65 Kms )
  • Ile aux Aigrettes Nature reserve lies in the South - East corner of Mauritius and where one more

    Access

    Mahebourg ( 5 Kms ), Belle Mare Plage ( 45 Kms ), Bel Ombre ( 48 Kms ), Port Louis ( 53 Kms ), Flic en Flac ( 54 Kms ), Le Morne Peninsula ( 65 Kms ), Grand Baie ( 74 Kms )
  • Rochester Falls

    Natural Wonders
    Rochester Falls is a waterfall in South Mauritius. Set around picturesque sugarcane plantations, more

    Access

    Bel Ombre ( 11 Kms ), Mahebourg ( 31 Kms ), Le Morne Peninsula ( 31 Kms ), Port Louis ( 51 Kms ), Flic en Flac ( 54 Kms ), Belle Mare Plage ( 63 Kms ), Grand Baie ( 70 Kms )
  • Ganga Talao

    Temple or Holy Place
    Ganga Talao is pilgrimage for Hindus in Mauritius and visited by tourists from India. There is a more

    Access

    Flic en Flac ( 31 Kms ), Le Morne Peninsula ( 31 Kms ), Mahebourg ( 31 Kms ), Port Louis ( 35 Kms ), Belle Mare Plage ( 51 Kms ), Grand Baie ( 56 Kms )
  • Glass Factory Mauritius

    Activity, Shopping
    Glass factory is situated somewhere between Port Louis and the South. This is where the glass is more

    Access

    Port Louis ( 10 Kms )
  • Ship Building Factory are popular visits for guests to arrive and buy ships as souvenirs. The more

    Access

    Port Louis ( 15 Kms )
  • Watersports and activities around water are conducted on almost every beach in Mauritius. more

    Access

    Grand Baie ( 1 Kms ), Flic en Flac ( 1 Kms ), Le Morne Peninsula ( 1 Kms ), Belle Mare Plage ( 1 Kms )
  • Casela Bird park is located just a short drive from Flic en flac and offers a range of activities more

    Access

    Flic en Flac ( 8 Kms ), Port Louis ( 22 Kms ), Le Morne Peninsula ( 24 Kms ), Grand Baie ( 40 Kms ), Mahebourg ( 53 Kms ), Belle Mare Plage ( 55 Kms )
  • Ile Aux Cerfs Island is visited off Bella mare. Ile Aux Cerfs is a destination resort where guests more

    Access

    Belle Mare Plage ( 5 Kms ), Mahebourg ( 30 Kms ), Grand Baie ( 44 Kms ), Port Louis ( 49 Kms ), Flic en Flac ( 57 Kms )
  • The Mare Aux Vacaos Reservoir is Mauritius largest reservoir and more

    Access

    Flic en Flac ( 22 Kms )