Mauritius

Mauritius, despite its varied and often stunning interior geography, is an island most famous for its splendid beaches and coral reefs. Adrenaline enthusiasts will find abundant water sports on offer here, while the more lazy can simply take to the beaches and “learn the art of doing nothing and doing it well”.

Maurituis, like its more famous northern neighbour Zanzibar, was an important trading post. The visible influence of French, Indian and Chinese culture gives the island a sophisticated and cosmopolitan feel, and adds to the quality and variety of delicious food on offer, for which Mauritius is justifiably famous. The ambience and luxury of the resorts make Mauritius the ideal choice for honeymooners and romantic couples.

Exploring the interior you will discover small tropical forests, violet moonscaped mountains, rivers, mountain streams, coffee plantations and sugar cane fields. We recommend a visit to the Pamplemousse Gardens - one of the most famous botanical gardens in the world. Here you can find hundred year old trees, royal palms which flower only once every hundred years, giant water lilies and exotic spice plants.

TRAVEL ADVICE

• Maurituis is a good all year round destination but the period January-March is hot and rainfall is higher.

• Many of the hotels have great children’s clubs making Mauritius an excellent choice for family holidays.

• Mauritius is malaria free.