Places to Visit in Mauritius

The Black River Gorges National Park is located in the western part of the island country of Mauritius. It is the biggest national park and the largest protected forest of Mauritius, offering over 50 km of trails. Come here to explore picturesque hiking trails, enjoy a picnic in a lush-green rainforest, cool off under water...

Pereybere is a very small beach on the northern coast of the island country of Mauritius. It is only 150 meters long. The beach is a family friendly beach. It is very easy to swim on this beach. Pereybere Beach is located between the Cap Malheureux and Grand Baie, one of the best beaches in Mauritius for water sports. The b...

The Casela World of Adventures is one of the leading attractions in Mauritius. The park is divided into four thematic worlds. The Casela World of Adventures is a part of the Yemen Reserve. The reserve occupies 500 hectares of land and falls between two of the longest rivers on the island called the Rivière du Rempart and Ta...

Trou aux Biches is one of the most well-known tourist destinations in the small island of Mauritius. It is a small town with a large public beach which is the main attraction for tourists. Trou aux Biches Beachcomber is a luxury resort with modern amenities. The property features a famous golf resort and spa, which is ideal...

Agalega Island comprises of two smaller islands, located in the Indian Ocean around 1000 kilometers, north of the main Mauritius Island. These very thinly populated islands are leased to the Indian military for development of strategic assets. The economy of the islands is run mostly by the coconut production and is also kn...

Anse La Raie can hardly be called a beach, but once you reach the destination near the village of Calodyne, in the north of Mauritius, you will be mystified by its tranquil beauty. The charm of Anse La Raie lies in its calm and serene ambiance. Anse La Raie, Mauritius, located in the Riviere du Rempart district, enjoys a st...

Balaclava is a village in the western part of Mauritius, known for its spectacular beach along with the sparkling blue of the Indian Ocean. The Balaclava Beach in Mauritius is known for its pristine beauty and a plethora of watersports activities. Also known as Victoria Beach or Oberoi Beach after the two most luxurious hot...

Blue Bay is a small town located in the south-east area of Mauritius. Blue Bay beach is exactly located in the village of Blue Bay in Mauritius that lies in the south-east area of Mauritius in the Grand Port District.  The beach is a great destination for a variety of activities and remains famous also for the Blue Bay Mari...

Curepipe is a town in the Plaines Wilhems district of Mauritius, and it is home to a number of major tourist attractions of the island country. Also known as La Ville-Lumiere, or the City of Light, Curepipe, Mauritius lies at a much higher elevation than the rest of the surrounding areas, which is why it is often referred t...

Earlier a small fishing village, Flic en Flac in Mauritius has developed over the past few years into a very beautiful town which is also a top-notch tourist destination in Mauritius. With postcard-perfect landscapes and tranquil environment, Flic en Flac is a great place for a relaxing holiday experience. With stretches of...

Ganga Talao, also known as Grand Bassin, is a sacred crater lake and highly revered Hindu pilgrimage destination in Mauritius. Thanks to the Indian immigration in millions done by the British during the colonial period, there is a large population of Hindus in the island country. The first pilgrims to make their journey to ...

Grand Baie, sometimes called Grand Bay, is a very popular coastal town in the north of the island of Mauritius, located in the Riviere du Rempart District. Back during the Dutch colonial era in the 17th century, the village had a different name. Given its long stretch of seaside coastline, it is not hard to imagine why the ...

Isle aux Aigrettes is a very small Island that is located about 850 meters off the south-east Coast of Mauritius. The Island was declared a nature reserve in the year 1965 and after immense efforts, the forest was restored and the rare native species were reintroduced.

One can enjoy some really good experiences while being...

Ile Des Deux Cocos is a small island located in Blue Bay nearly 3.2 kilometres away from the Ile aux Aigrettes Nature Reserve. The island has got a private beach area along with the facilities for water sports. The island also has a villa that was originally built over a century ago by a British Governor called Sir Hesketh ...

La Vanille Nature Park in Mauritius is an amazing park exhibiting some great vegetation and animal preserved areas that covers about 5 hectares of land near the village of Riviere des Anguilles. The park was created in the year 1985. The park has been set amidst tropical forest consisting of bamboo and palm plantations and ...

Le Morne Brabant is a peninsula situated at Mauritius’ extreme south-western tip. The peninsula holds the Le Morne Brabant Mountain which stands around 556 metres above the sea level. It is a famous tourist attraction in Mauritius that offers exquisite views and is surrounded by a lagoon. It looms over the peninsula next to...

Le Pouce or The Thumb stands as the third highest mountain (with a height of 812 meters) in entire Mauritius after Piton de la Petite Riviere and Pieter Both. Le Pouce Mauritius hiking is quite popular for the views of the city that it offers. Its peak can be seen from Port Louis. Le Pouce Mauritius has formed nearly 10 mil...

Mahebourg is a small city which is considered to be the main village of the district of the Grand Port by the masses. It is located on the southeastern coast of Mauritius Island and is a well known go-to place for the tourists. It is famous for its rich culture, history and its coastal suburbs. Originally, it is believed th...

Situated in the Moka district of Mauritius, Moka village holds many attractions and activities that serve as a pure delight to the senses of the tourists coming to Mauritius. Because of development in the nearby areas, the village has undergone a huge real estate development in the past few years. The University of Mauritiu...

Mont Choisy is the longest beach in the north of Mauritius, stretching from Trou aux Biches and Pointe aux Canonniers for 3 kilometres. The beach forms a beautiful arc along the shimmering waters of Indian Ocean, and in the background is lined with a thousand Casurina trees, marking the start of the private property territo...

Port Louis is the capital city of Mauritius and also a major tourism hub in the heart of the Indian Ocean. Port Louis, Mauritius played a significant role during the French rule, being climatically protected from cyclones by Moka Mountain Range. Port Louis climate is pleasant and perfect almost all around the year, except f...

Port Mathurin is the capital of the island of Rodrigues which happens to be a dependency of the Mauritius Island. It is the administrative, judicial and economic center of Rodrigues and in better words the capital of the island. Port Mathurin also happens to be the main harbor of Rodrigues. The port takes its name from an e...

Quatre Bornes, also known as La Ville des Fleurs meaning the City of Flowers, is a hidden gem in the island of Mauritius. Located in the South-western part of the island, the city of Quatre Bornes used to be nothing but a forest when French settlements first started in these Indian Ocean islands. During later periods under ...

Rochester Falls, known for its wide rectangular flank rocks, is a popular tourist destination in the Savanne district of Mauritius. Rochester is said to be the wildest and gushiest waterfall in the entire island country. Starting at an elevation of 152 metres above sea level on the Savanne River, Rochester waterfall takes a...

Earlier, Rodrigues used to be the tenth district of Mauritius. Now, it is an autonomous island, known for its volcanic origin and massive collection of coral reefs around. The scintillating natural beauty of the Rodrigues Island draws thousands of tourists every year to this pretty little place.

Along the coastline of the ...

Tamarin is a village crowning the western coast of Mauritius and is a lovely little place to visit. Formerly, it used to be a fishermen’s village only. It is of late that Tamarin, Mauritius has turned into a residential area and a pretty holiday retreat.

The main attraction here is the waters of Tamarin Bay, Mauritius. Th...

Triolet is a village situated in the north of Mauritius Island in the district of Pamplemousses. The north of the village has the Trou-aux-biches and the trou-aux biches public beach, Mont-Choisy and the Grand Bale. To its west, one can find Pointe-aux-Piments and Balaclava. Its south has got Arsenal while the East has Morc...

Trou aux Cerfs is a dormant volcano, located more or less in the center of the island country of Mauritius in Curepipe. The dormant volcano features a well-defined cone and a giant crater clogged by water, rocks, and silt. Trou aux Cerfs volcano is one of the many cones responsible for the birth and evolution of the island ...

The Constance Belle Mare Plage is one of the best places for a family-friendly holiday. This resort is one of the best places to experience a tranquil environment. Once you step in this resort, you can easily stay here for a week without the urge of going out and exploring other attractions. The Constance Belle Mare Plage r...

The Eureka house is a unique building in the country's history. It is a Creole house built in the year 1830. The site is located near the river of Moka. The house was built by the British and French aristocrats in the 19th century. It has 109 doors and windows and has a shady veranda. The Eureka mansion and its grounds give...

Île aux Cerfs Island is also called as the Deer Island in English. Although there are no deer on the island anymore, it is still known for its scenic beaches and watersports. On a tour of Ile aux Cerfs Island, one can discover beautiful landscapes and beaches. The island is one of the largest lagoons of Mauritius. It has pr...

La Cambuse is located in the southeastern part of the island country of Mauritius. The La Cambuse beach is relatively unknown which makes it a perfect spot for relaxing and getting away from the city. The white sandy beach sea is a picturesque location that can impress anyone.

The beach of La Cambuse is surrounded by abund...

The Parc François Leguat in Mauritius is a popular attraction for the island of Rodrigues. The reserve covers around 20 hectares of land. It was named after the French explorer and naturalist François Leguat who settled on the uninhabited island of Rodrigues in the western Indian Ocean in the year 1691.

There has been a p...

The Tamarind Falls is one of most beautiful sites in Mauritius to trek. The way to the Tamarind Falls in Mauritius goes through deep tranquil forests. The Tamarind Falls is located on the cliff of the Black River. Tourists can witness the breathtaking view of the South Western coast. The waterfall is surrounded by lush gree...

The Sugar Museum in Mauritius is one of the most important places in the history of the island country. A visit to the Sugar Museum in Mauritius will help tourists understand how important sugar has been in the history of the country. Tourists can get the unique experience of seeing decades-old machines that were used to ex...