The city of Port-Louis and the famous
Botanical gardens of Pamplemousses

Port-Louis is a city of remarkable contrasts teeming with a variety of faces of all religions and cultures present on the island. Local handicrafts; spices from India; colorful T.Shirts and pareos as well as souvenir items are on display at the market place. Not to miss, the Caudan Waterfront where shopping is at its best !

The second part of this excursion will bring you to the botanical gardens of Pamplemousses, one of the most beautiful and one of the most ancient in the southern hemisphere. There, you will be amazed by the important collection of indigenous and exotic plants such as the giant water lilies and the Talipot which, according to legends, flowers once every 60 years before dying.

The Charm, natural beauty
and tales of the South coast

This excursion will fascinate those visitors in quest of natural beauty, past historical sites as well as cultures and traditions.
Le Morne, a small fishermen village where the majority of its inhabitants are descents of the Black African slaves.

The road running between the sea and the mountains offer unparalleled panoramic views: beautiful beaches and spectacular scenery at La Prairie; the curious stone at Macondé; the village of Baie du Cap; the waves of the ocean battering against the black basalt cliffs at “Gris-Gris” and the “Coral island”.

Do not forget to take your camera for some beautiful souvenir pictures.

Curepipe/Plaine Champagne
and the Black River gorges

Curepipe is the second most important town in Mauritius . It is located on the highlands and is known for its moderate climate as well as for its elegant country mansions as witnessed by its Town Hall. There are many specialized shops that offer Chinese arts and crafts, exotic jewelleries, embroidery and souvenir items. Before proceeding to the second part of the excursion, a halt on top of an extinct crater - the “ Trou aux Cerfs ” - will give you an idea of what awaits you next.

The second part of this excursion will bring you to Grand Bassin , a sacred lake and a place of pilgrimage for Mauritians of hindu faith. You will then penetrate the deep interior of the island on the Plaine Champagne- Chamarel route, the superb view of the deep plunging gorges at Black River and Chamarel reputed for its 7 coloured earths and its beautiful water-fall.

Half Day Shopping Tour

Shopping in Mauritius can be both exciting and profitable. From the tourist resort in Grand Bay to the capital city of Port-Louis, from Rose-Hill to Quatre Bornes and from Curepipe to Floréal, there is a wide range of locally made goods or imported products for you to choose from.

SEA EXCURSIONS &
OTHER WATER SPORTS ACTIVITIES

Catamaran Cruises : Treat yourself to a memorable day by participating in one our planned sailing cruises in the beautiful lagoons with a stop on one of the many islands surrounding Mauritius. You can either cruise on the East coast, the West coast, you will set sail to Tamarin Bay where there is a chance to see and swim with the dolphins and “Ilot Bénitiers” where the catamaran will set anchor in turquoise waters. In the North, you will proceed along the beautiful scenery of the northern coasts, pass by the Gunner’s Coin, home of the “Paille-en-queue” before reaching the extraordinary beautiful ‘Ilot Gabriel”.

A day at Ile Aux Cerfs: In the morning, travel by one of our comfortable vehicles from your hotel to
Trou D’eau Douce, a fishermen village, from where you will embark on a pirogue. You will reach this marvelous island which is located at some 600 meters off the East coast of Mauritius. There, kilometers and kilometers of white sandy beaches as well as a host of water sport activities await you. There are also 2 restaurants and a beach bar, changing rooms, toilets and beach shops.

Big Game Fishing: This is a truly exciting experience. Mauritian waters abound with a variety of fish, specially the blue and black marlins; dorados; yellow-fin tunas; wahoos; bonitos; sailfish and a lot more.

Under sea Walk: Discover the magical under sea world paradise by participating in one of our planned outings. Multi-coloured fish, moray eels and magnificent coral beds await you. This is a fascinating experience ADDRESSED TO ONE AND ALL even to non-swimmers.

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