2. Introduction
Mauritius is an island nation in the Indian Ocean about 2,000 kilometers off the
southeast coast of the African continent. The country includes the islands
of Mauritius and Rodrigues, 560 kilometers east of Mauritius, and the outer
islands The islands of Mauritius and Rodrigues form part of the Mascarene
Islands, along with nearby Reunion, a French overseas department. The area of
the country is 2,040 km2 The capital and largest city is Port Louis. It is a member
of the Commonwealth of Nations and the African Union
Capital: Port Louis
Currency: Mauritian rupee
Area: Total 2,040 km2
Population:1,262,132
National language: English and French
3. Tourist Destinations
Mauritius, an Indian Ocean island nation, is known for its beaches,
lagoons and reefs. The mountainous interior includes Black River
Gorges National Park, with rainforests, waterfalls, hiking trails and
wildlife like the flying fox. Capital Port Louis has sites such as the
Champs de Mars horse track, Eureka plantation house and 18th-
century Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Gardens.
Mauritius Botanical Garden, also known as Pamplemousses Garden
and SSR Botanical Garden, is one of the most popular tourist
attraction in Mauritius, and is located near Port Louis. It is the oldest
botanical garden in the Southern Hemisphere.
Mauritius Botanical Garden
4. Port Louis is the capital city and main port of Mauritius, Port Louis was constructed in the
year 1735 by the noted French governor, Mahe de Labourdonnais. Today Port Louis is the
largest city in Mauritius.
Port Louis is surrounded by a mountain range, called the Port Louis Moka Range which
makes it worth watching.Mauritius Capital Port Louis Port Louis has conserved many
historic and colonial buildings through the years. One of them is a fortification named
Fort Adelaide or La Citadelle, built by the British in 1835.
Port Louis
Île aux Cerfs Island
Île aux Cerfs Island, known in English as the deer island is an island near the east coast of
Mauritius in the Flacq district. Ile Aux Cerfs is famous for its sandy beaches, beautiful
lagoon and big selection of activities and facilities. In Ile Aux Cerfs you are sure to have a
day of relaxation and fun on one of the picture-postcard beaches, and to enjoy a swim
and snorkeling in the lagoon.
Gabriel Island, known also as Îlot Gabriel, is located near the Round Island and the Flat
island, at the extreme north of Mauritius, about 10 kilometers north of Cap
Malheureux. The distance between Gabriel Island and Flat Island is only 750 meters.
The size of the island is 42 hectares and the highest point is of 28 meters.
Gabriel Island
5. Black River Gorges National Park is a national park stretching on an
area of 6,574 hectares in the hilly south-western part of Mauritius.
Grand Bassin, known also as Ganga Talao is a lake situated in a
secluded mountain area in the district of Savanne, deep in the heart of
Mauritius. It is about 600 meters above sea level. The Grand Bassin is
a holy lake for Mauritian of Hindu faith. It is said that the water inside
the lake communicates with the waters of the holy Ganges of India.
The Hindus of Mauritius declared the Grand Bassin as a Holy lake
Black River Gorges National Park
Grand Basin
6. Chamarel park - 7 colored earth & Chamarel falls - The “seven-coloured earth” of
Chamarel is a geological curiosity and a major tourist attraction of Mauritius.
The landscape at Chamarel is truly unique, it is the only place in world where you
can find a clay earth of 7 colors at one place.
The colors of these unique dunes are red, brown, violet, green, blue, purple and
yellow, purple and red are predominant
Trou aux Cerfs is a 605 m high extinct volcano located in Curepipe, Mauritius. The
crater has been alternately described as 300 meters in diameter, and is 85 meters
deep.
Trou aux Cerfs is considered the main attractions of Curepipe. In the center of the
crater there is a small lake. From the view point on the crater you will have a
spectacular view of major part of Mauritius Island. The volcano is considered as a
dormant volcano, which has been formed millions of years ago and was active until
600,000 to 700,000 years ago.
Chamarel park - 7 colored earth &
Chamarel falls
Trou aux Cerfs
7. Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1
Arrive Mauritius
Transfers - Included in your trip
Arrival transfer from airport to hotel in
Mauritius (Seat in coach).
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PICK UP: Airport in Mauritius
•
DROP :Hotel in Mauritius
Welcome to Mauritius! On arrival in
Mauritius, you will be welcomed by a local
representative and transferred to your hotel
The rest of the day is at leisure to soak in the
tropical paradise ambience with white sandy
beaches and swaying coconut trees
Overnight in Mauritius.
Meals - Included in your trip: Dinner
Day 2
Activities - Included in your trip
Enjoy a full day North Island tour
PICK UP TIME08:30
DROP TIME16:30
DURATION08:00
Enjoy a full day excursion of North Island.
Drive to Port Louis for a visit of the capital via
the Citadel and its surrounding area. Later,
proceed to Le Caudan / Port Louis Waterfront,
with its handicraft market and multi cuisine
restaurant. Last stop will be at Bagatelle – Mall
of Mauritius. Drive back to the hotel.
Overnight in Mauritius.
Meals - Included in your trip: Breakfast, Dinner
8. • Day 3
Mauritius
Activities - Included in your trip
Enjoy a full day South Island tour (Seat in coach).
PICK UP TIME09:00
DROP TIME17:30
DURATION08:30
Enjoy a full day South Island tour. Drive to Curepipe
and visit the ship model factory and Adamas
Diamond duty free shop. View the scenic town of
Curepipe and its surrounding area from the extinct
crater of Trou aux Cerfs. Drive to Grand Bassin
(Ganga Talao) sacred lake and view the stunning
108 feet statue of 'Mangal Mahadev'. Proceed to
Vallee des Couleurs and view the fascinating 23
coloured earth whose origin dates back to millions
Of years following the eruption of the Bassin Blanc
volcano - its ashes, which bear witness to that
event, are unique in the world. Return back to the
hotel.
Overnight in Mauritius.
Meals - Included in your trip: Breakfast, Dinner
• Day 4
Mauritius
Activities - Included in your trip
Enjoy a relaxing day at the Ile aux Cerfs Island
PICK UP TIME08:30
DROP TIME16:30
DURATION08:00
Enjoy a full day excursion to the picturesque island of
Ile aux Cerfs, a haven for lovers of the sea, sand and
sun. Ile aux Cerfs is a perfect tropical playground
with dazzling white beaches fringed by the warm
azure waters of the Indian Ocean. Get mesmerized
by the scenic beauty of miles of fine white beaches
and aquamarine waters.
Make the most of this leisurely day either sunbathing
or enjoying the turquoise lagoon and the numerous
water sports. Don't miss the option of taking an
underwater sea walk, an exciting opportunity to walk
on the Ocean Bed.
Overnight in Mauritius.
Meals - Included in your trip: Breakfast, Dinner
9. • Day 5
Mauritius
The day is at leisure to explore the
various facilities at your hotel.
Relax and catch a tan, enjoy the
myriad of water sports, rejuvenate
at a spa or tee off in paradise! You
can also select one of our optional
activities - experience the
splendour of Mauritius on a
helicopter tour; check out the
latest attraction of Mauritius –
Blue Safari Submarine or Sub scooter
for a unique and adventurous ride or
see the interaction of lions and walk
with them in the Lion Park.
Meals - Included in your trip:
Breakfast, Dinner
• Day 6
Depart Mauritius
Transfers - Included in your
Trip
Departure transfer from hotel
to airport in Mauritius (Seat in
coach).
PICK UP :Hotel in Mauritius
DROP :Airport in Mauritius
Today, you will be transferred
to the airport for your flight
back home.
