Mauritius
PALM TREES: against a blue sky with light clouds in Mauritius
Once home to the ill-fated dodo and uninhabited until the 16th century, when it was colonised by the Dutch, Mauritius today is a thriving melting pot of cultures.
Driving across this spectacular island you will see visions in saffron saris walking gracefully under the shade of banyan trees, and Hindu temples covered in deities rising out of fields shoulder high with sugar cane.
Mauritius is renowned for its hospitable people, delicious cuisine, miles of sandy beaches and well-organised watersports, making this a very special place for honeymooners, couples and families seeking a relaxing beach holiday. Without doubt, Mauritius offers some of the finest hotels in the Indian Ocean.
This island of contrasts also has plenty to offer those seeking more than just pure relaxation. Highlights include the panoramic view from Trou aux Cerfs, a dormant volcanic crater; a guided tour of the luxuriant Pamplemousse Botanical Gardens; quad-biking in a nature reserve; or a catamaran cruise with barbecue lunch.
With a climate of warm sunshine, the occasional short sharp shower to bring out the scent of the frangipani, a diet of tropical fruits and the freshest seafood, Mauritius has all the ingredients for a wonderful holiday experience.
FLIGHTS & FACTS
Fly to: Mauritius
Flying Time: 11 hours 40 minutes
Time Difference: GMT + 4hrs
Visas: Not required for UK passport Holders
Health Requirements: Yellow fever if arriving from endemic area
Best time to travel: May-Dec.
WEATHER
Mauritius experiences a hot and humid summer from December to April and cooler, drier conditions from May to November. Under the influence of the prevailing south-easterly winds, the east coast is slightly cooler and wetter than the west. The winds can bring a welcome relief to the east coast in the hottest summer months but are more blustery here in July and August. The cyclone season lasts from December to March. Although a direct hit is rare, cyclones far out to sea can bring some days of squally rain.
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Indian Ocean | Mauritius | East Coast
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Due to open in July 2008. With a backdrop of verdant mountains and views across a protected lagoon to Ile aux Cerfs, the Anahita Residences at L’Adamante sit amongst a ...
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Indian Ocean | Mauritius | East Coast
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Located on a spectacular white sandy beach on the east coast of Mauritius, Beau Rivage blends legendary Mauritian hospitality with tropical elegance. All the suites have been newly refurbished and ...
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Indian Ocean | Mauritius | East Coast
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Resting alongside a broad swathe of fine white sand and protected by an offshore reef, Belle Mare Plage offers an extensive array of facilities suited to both couples and families. ...
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Indian Ocean | Mauritius | Le Morne Peninsula
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Fortunate enough to be located in one of the most stunning areas of Mauritius, Dinarobin Hotel Golf & Spa sits alongside a beautiful beach on a private peninsula at the ...
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Indian Ocean | Mauritius | North East Coast
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Evoking the splendour of a distant era, Le Prince Maurice is named after Prince Maurice van Nassau, pioneer of the spice trade in the Indian Ocean. Surrounded by a protective ...
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Indian Ocean | Mauritius | Bel Ombre
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Located on a former sugar plantation in the secluded south of Mauritius, Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort has been inspired by the colonial architecture of grand sugar estate mansions ...
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Indian Ocean | Mauritius | East Coast
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Beautifully positioned on a series of small islands overlooking Trou d’Eau Douce Bay, Le Touessrok captures the cool modern elegance imbued by the cultural warmth of Mauritius. Cross the wooden ...
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Indian Ocean | Mauritius | Le Morne Peninsula
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Tucked between the dramatic Le Morne Mountain and a stunning seven kilometre stretch of golden beach, Paradis Hotel & Golf Club provides the ultimate beach holiday. With a host of ...
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Indian Ocean | Mauritius | Grand Baie
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Setting the standards of excellence since it opened, Royal Palm is located just outstide Grand Baie in the north of Mauritius. An oasis of luxury and calm, the hotel is ...
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Indian Ocean | Mauritius | St. Felix
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Shanti Ananda Maurice is the first destination spa in Mauritius. Sister property of the renowned Ananda in the Himalayas, it promises an indigenous Mauritian experience, alongside holistic healing through a ...
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