This volcanic Indian Ocean island is surrounded by turquoise waters and long stretches of white sandy beaches, this an ideal destination for an unforgettable vacation whether it be a romantic honeymoon, a family holiday or a relaxing finish to an African safari.
The contrasts of the Mauritius island is prevalent as the south of the island has a dramatically different landscape with high cliffs battered by waves to the east which has both beautiful beaches and excellent hotels and resorts. Check out our exclusive Alluring Mauritius vacation.
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Top 5 Reasons to visit Mauritius for your next vacation
1. Incredible Beaches
The abundance of picturesque beaches on this tiny island, is what separates it from the rest of the world. The level of diversity in these beaches vary from lengthy to pristine with each beach having it's own character and beauty. Scroll down to see our top 5 beaches in Mauritius.
In 2013 this tiny island was awarded as the best wedding and honeymoon destination by the World Travel and Tourism Council. Needless to say that the golden sandy beaches of Mauritius are the perfect backdrop for your upcoming honeymoon.
We take the hassle and stress out of organizing your honeymoons, as our Africa specialists will organize every detail of your honeymoon.
3. The Incredible Food
Mauritian cuisine is some of the most diverse in the world with culinary influences from French, Indian, African and Asian kitchens coming together to create the islands unique flavours. Make sure you try local dishes such as daube, fish vindaye chicken kalia and dhal puri.
4. Dolphin Watching
This small island in the Indian Ocean has some of the most diverse marine life in the world, as there is an estimated 50 diving sites across Mauritius which vary in difficulty and depth. Our recommendation for the best diving sites is to stay near the Tamarind and Flic en Fac beaches. Contact one of our Africa specialists on more details regarding excursions or diving expeditions.
Surprisingly this stunning island is still relatively affordable to most travelers. This is a major benefit as with all of the shopping malls across the island, there will be lots of items to take back home. View our 4 day comprehensive tour of the island.
Pointe d’Esny beach is what can only be described as a piece of paradise. Pointe d’ Esny beach is known for it's incredible white sand beach, which stretches out to an estimated 10 km of Mauritius coastline. Incredible opportunities for snorkelling and diving await aquatic enthusiasts as there will be a new appreciation for the numerous marine species located on this stunning Mauritius beach.
On the western part of the island is the beautiful Flic en Flac beach is close to 2 km of fine white sand, this beach is a travelers oasis from the rest of the island. Flic en Flac will delight visitors to the island that are seeking a peaceful serenity from the bustling island.
Le Morne beach is situated in a secluded part of southern Mauritius, this allows it to be one of the most beautiful beaches in Mauritius. Le Morne beach has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, this selection is exemplified through its white sand and gorgeous turquoise lagoons.
Located in the northern part of the island lies the beach of Mont Choisy. Mount Choisy is one of the longest stretches of white sand on the island. The sea is most often at low tide, due to coral reef protecting the beach, this is a must visit beach for every type of traveler.
Situated in the eastern part of the island, Ile aux Cerfs is a must see beach for every traveler. Visitors will be required to jump on a boat to access these heavenly white sandy beaches. Ile aux Cerfs is engulfed by crystal clear waters which is perfect for long days of swimming and snorkelling. A helpful tip for travelers is to arrive early in the morning and to take a walk down the full length of white sandy coastlines.
What are people saying about our Mauritius trip
"My husband and I chose South Africa and Mauritius for our honeymoon this past month, and it was amazing....
We were married on NYE and flew to Cape Town on the 4th of January where we spent 6days then flew to Hoedspruit for a safari for three days and ended our trip with Mauritius.
We usually always plan/book our trips on our own but this time around we didn't have the time to research and plan everything because we were busy with the wedding plans, I'm so happy we didn't. Lion World Travel did EVERYTHING for us....
They made everything so easy. We originally heard about the company through Kathy Scott who works there and she completely solidified our decision on going to South Africa. She told us it would be amazing and it really was. Finally we flew to Mauritius and stayed at St.Regis which was also incredible. I cant say enough good things about our entire trip.
Thank you again to Cheryl and Kathy for everything. It was definitely "The honeymoon of a lifetime"
Kaitlyn S (via Tripadvisor)
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