Mauritius
Top Tourist Attractions

Formally known as Sir Seewoosagur, the Botanical Garden in Mauritius is one of the most visited attractions in this island country, which is situated just near Port Louis in the Pamplemousse district. It was first opened as a private garden by the French governor who ruled about three centuries ago and later becomes the national botanical garden of the country.This garden stretches over vast acres of land, where it is said that it would take you more than a week to cover it entirely. It is home ... Read More

This park will let you experience the true beauty of the nature of Mauritius, which is why it is a favorite spot for nature lovers, bird watchers and trekkers. It is the largest national park (extending over an area of 6,754 hectares) in this island country that is famed for its waterfalls and splendid vistas that are spread across the central highlands, making it cooler than other regions. Specifically, it is located in the hilly south-western part of the country. With the help of a guide,... Read More

Known in English as the Deer Island, the Île aux Cerfs Island is located in the district of Flacq near the east coast of Mauritius. This paradise island covers around 100 hectares of land and was once a habitat of a certain species of deer. Today, it is very popular for having some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, making it one of the must-visit and see places in Mauritius.Basically, this island has white sandy beaches and a beautiful lagoon, where you can find a huge selection ... Read More

The capital, largest city and economic center point of Mauritius, Port Louis is known by many people from around the world for having a rich history that has managed to merge beautifully with the present, which means that it will allow you to discover the country’s past and present, all in just a single place.This beautiful city is home to the biggest harbor of the island country and is where you can find a lot of large businesses and little trades co-existing together and forming a unique... Read More

Also called the Ganga Talao, the Grand Bassin is a sacred lake that represents the mighty Ganges River of India and is a favorite attraction among local and foreign tourists in Mauritius. It is beautifully nestled in the mountains of the South West and surrounded by colorful Hindu temples.During your trip, you will see shrines and colorful statues that are dedicated to popular Hindu deities, such as Ganesh that can be easily recognized with his elephant head and Hanuman, which you will find on t... Read More

The Seven Colored Earth is a natural phenomenon occurring at the Chamarel Park in Mauritius and is one of the most prominent tourist attractions in the place since the 1960s. It is a relatively small area comprised of sand dunes with seven distinct colors—approximated to be brown, red, violet, blue, green and yellow—which evolved through the conversion of basaltic lava into clay minerals. What is more fascinating about this phenomenon is the fact that when you mix the colored ea... Read More

Not too far from the 7 Colored Earth (a prime attraction in Mauritius) is another significant tourist spot—the magnificent Chamarel Falls—which is named after the nearby Chamarel Village. History tells that in 1786, infantry captain Antoine Régis Chazal de Chamarel had settled in this village with his brother Tristan. Though they later sold it, it retained its name.The waterfalls has formed on the stream of Baie de Cap and is falling over an overhanging and wide cliff amphithe... Read More

Also known as Murr’s Volcano, Trou aux Cerfs is a 605-meter-high dormant volcano that has a well-defined cone and crater, which has been alternately described as 300 and 350 meters in diameter and 80 meters in depth. It is referred to as the green heart of Curepipe that gives climbers a splendid 360-degree view over the city. According to expert volcanologists, the volcano is just lying dormant and could become active at any time within the next millennium.Considering that its crater is lo... Read More

Locally known as Îlot Gabriel, Gabriel Island is situated near the Flat Island and the Round Island, specifically at the extreme north of Mauritius about 10 kilometers north of Cap Malheureux. This beautiful island is a protected natural reserve with unspoiled beaches surrounded by crystal clear waters. It is a perfect destination if you want to spend a day of relaxation at the beach or if you want to go diving and snorkeling as it has great dive sites. There are also several catamara... Read More

Also known as the Grand Bay, this is a seaside village and a prominent tourist beach that is located in the district of Rivière du Rempart at the northern part of Mauritius. In the 17th century, the Dutch called this place De Bogt Zonder Eyndt or Bay Without End, which you will see why when you visit it. Today, this resort town is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the island country.The Grand Baie owes its fame to its liveliness during the day and night, as well as its encha... Read More

The Casela Nature & Leisure Park is one of the two animal parks in Mauritius, along with being La Vanille, and is the oldest of its kind in the country that has kept on growing over the years. In 2015, it saw a complete redesign, where it was up-scaled to make the experience of visitors even more exciting and memorable. Today, it offers diverse and fun activities with the different extensions with Yemen and the many different animals and attractions to see.This park itself is just wonderful ... Read More

Le Morne is a peninsula located at the southwestern tip of Mauritius, specifically on the windward side of the island country. One of the most interesting highlights of the place is an eponymous basaltic monolith that has a summit of 556 meters above sea level and covers an area of more than 12 hectares.It has many caves and overhangs on the steep slopes, a lagoon that is a well-known tourist attraction in itself and a sanctuary that is home to two rare plants—the Boucle d'Oreille and the ... Read More

Situated on the south-east coast of Mauritius near Mahebourg, the Blue Bay Marine Park is one of the best destinations to see beautiful marine life. It has a total area of 353 hectares, including a lagoon that extends about a kilometer seaward from the reef crest. Once you reach its bay, you will feast your eyes on blue waters and breathtaking white sandy beaches that is most probably the best you have seen in your life. By this time, you will understand where its name comes from.During you... Read More

Situated atop the hill of Petite Montagne, the magnificent Citadel Fort (also known as Fort Adelaide) will allow you to have a look at the harbor of Port Louis as well as the whole city.It was constructed in the 19th century with the purpose of providing security to the British Army from their enemies, where many African and Indian slaves putting their full-hearted effort to build it. The structure is made up of rough, yet huge, blocks that have turned into grayish black in color as time pa... Read More

Ile aux Aigrettes Island is located just off the coast of the town of Mahebourg in Mauritius, covering an area of 25 hectares. It has been declared a site for nature conservation that is being protected by the Mauritian Wildlife Foundation.Your tour to this island would usually take about 90 minutes including a boat trip with an expert guide. This will allow you to discover the place and enjoy the original Mauritian nature, seeing some animals and plants that are unique to this island country an... Read More

If you want to spend some time away from the beach with your family or friends during your Mauritius holiday, you can head to the Le Waterpark, which offers plenty of thrills, slides, and rides that are spread across an old sugar estate covering an area of 10 hectares. Basically, this is a theme park that has numerous pools and all kinds of spectacular slides with creative names, promising you a day that is full of fun and excitement. As you can see, it has the so-called Mountain Skull, Cra... Read More

Housed in the magnificent French colonial mansion, Gheude Castle, at Mahébourg in Mauritius, this museum offers you an experience that is like traveling back to the country’s colonial history. The mansion used to belong to the Robillard family and played a significant role in the country’s history, as it was the place where the injured commanders of the French and English fleets in 1810 were taken for treatment after the Battle of Vieux Grand Port.Now, the museum retells the s... Read More

Literally translating to “Great Night of Lord Shiva”, Maha Shivaratri is the most popular Hindu festival in Mauritius that is observed each year according to the Hindu calendar, specifically on the 13th night and 14th day of the 11th Hindu month of Maagh or Phalguna, which is February to March in the common calendar. During the festival, you will see devotees of Lord Shiva converging by the thousands, with great reverence and fervor to the sacred lake, Ganga Talao, which is loca... Read More

Eid-ul-Fitr, which is also spelled or represented as “Eid al-Fitr” or simply “Eid”, is the first day of the Islamic month of Shawwal that marks the end of Ramadan, which is observed by Muslims around the world as a month of prayer and fasting. In Mauritius, this event is also observed by its Muslim communities to celebrate the end of the holy month, which is usually held in the month of October or November, as the dates would vary depending on the calendar of Islam.All Ma... Read More

Diwali is a festival that is celebrated in October or November with great enthusiasm in Mauritius, considering that the country has a great Indian population, where it is even said that the celebration in the country is as good as that in India. The celebration is referred to as the Festival of Lights, marking the victory of Rama over Ravana and commemorating Krishna’s destruction of Narakasuran, a demon. During this event, you will see earthen oil lamps placed in front of every home,... Read More

Mauritius is an island country where some of the world’s most unique natural wonders are found, including natural parks with exotic flora and fauna and untouched beaches with crystal-clear and scenic craters. One of the most popular natural wonders in Mauritius that are truly worth exploring is the 7 Coloured Earths, which is a geological wonder that changes with the winds and has layers of volcanic rock, which is rich with aluminum and iron, giving the dunes their brilliant blue and ... Read More

When you are on a holiday in Mauritius, you will definitely have plenty to do on the mainland, from visiting a natural park to exploring an iconic botanical garden and trying delicious local cuisine, so there will be enough to keep you busy for days. But while the mainland will offer you tropical adventure, your trip would not be truly complete without sailing to its incredible surrounding islands, where you will find some of the world’s most beautiful untouched beaches.Your reasons to vis... Read More

A trip to Mauritius will give you the unique experience of encountering dolphins in their natural surroundings on a speedboat or in the water. This way, you will be able to explore the spectacular lives of these magnificent marine mammals. Swimming with dolphins is incredibly a moving experience that will bring you into contact with stunningly beautiful scenery and unspoiled landscapes that are inhabited by wonderful animals.Unlike in other places that limit a swim with these wonderful marine ma... Read More

Also known as Souillac Beach, Gris Gris is located near the town of Souillac in the southern part of Mauritius. This place is known for a rock that is shaped like a “praying nun” lying between its barrier reef and cliffs. Another interesting reference to this place is being haunted Gris as being a haunted and connected to black magic, which add to the curiosity among tourists who want to see this place. Moreover, the beach itself is not far from the infamous La roche qui pleure to th... Read More

Situated along the rolling slopes of the southern part of Mauritius, the fields of Saint Aubin have been used for the cultivation of sugar cane since 1819. Its name was taken from Pierre de Saint Aubin, who was one of its first owners.Driven by an enduring desire for high quality, the Saint Aubin Sugar Plantation has managed to meet the challenge of the ever-changing traditions, innovations, environmental factors and human dimensions.Proof of its success includes the successful introduction of a... Read More