Mauritius

On holiday in Mauritius you are sure to have a unforgettable experience accompanied by the friendly service from the local people of the island. With its warm tropical climate, Mauritius is an all year round destination. However the warmest month is February where temperatures reach around 30 C (85 F) and the coolest temperatures tend to hit during July where the average temperature is 22 C (70 F). The western and northern regions are warmer and drier than those in the east and south of Mauritius. Summertime lasts from November through to April where average temperatures are 27 C (80 F). If you’re looking to be active on your holiday in Mauritius, activities are plentiful. In the north of the island you could take a guided climb up Le Pouce or ‘the thumb’, an 812m, two hour trail rewarding you with magnificent views and wildlife. A Mauritius holiday is not complete without enjoying the myriad of water sports activities available. Grand Baie is one such area which supports every major water sport from parasailing, underwater walks to semi-submersible scooters. You can also enjoy fantastic shopping opportunities as well as lots of restaurants and cafes dotted in the area. Along the northern shore the Mauritius hotels have stretches of clean, well preserved beaches. Mauritius is approximately 1865 square kilometres in size with 300 km’s of beautiful coastline surrounded by coral reefs. The culture of the country reflects its diverse ethnic groups and Mauritius prides itself in being able to house a multicultural society where different religions, cultures and languages can exist. With cheap holidays to Mauritius available it provides an excellent destination for the whole family. With its warm seas and amazing wildlife, it proves to be a great educational holiday for children. Holidays in Mauritius are ideal for honeymooners and couples. An already romantic setting in the Indian Ocean, Mauritius resorts and Mauritius hotels offer high level of service to complement luxury facilities.

There are many places to visit whilst in Mauritius, Port Louis which is situated on the north west of the island, is the financial capital of Mauritius. It is framed by a mountain range on one side and a calm bay on the other creating a very tranquil location. A venue for shows and concerts, the Central Market in Port Louis is a must see. Most of the big town’s apart from Port Louis are found in the centre of the island. Curepipe, the most European of all towns and has some great shopping but the most interesting feature of Curepipe is the extinct volcano Trou aux Cerfs. The crater which is 85 metres deep and 200 metres wide, offers a unique panoramic view of the central plateau at its summit. Rose Hill is the most commercial all of towns with its shopping arcades and markets. An interesting feature of Rose Hill is its theatre, Le Plaza, which has become the most important landmark of the cultural life of the island. Beau Bassin is mostly residential and has a beautiful public garden, Balfour Green which offers an extraordinary viewpoint. If you’re looking for a quiet getaway the Quatre Bornes is a calm and pleasant city. It is renowned for the Orchad Centre with it’s selection of fine restaurants and shopping malls. Located on the northern coast, formerly a small fishing village, nowadays Grand Bay is the most famous Mauritius resort destination on the island. Surrounded by an emerald green lagoon, Grand Baie has some of the most luxurious hotels Mauritius has to offer. The former capital of Mauritius, Mahebourg is the only village in Port Louis has retained some traces of the colonial past and architecture. With a selection of top quality, world renowned hotels in Mauritius, you may be spoilt for choice. Encircled by dazzling white sandy beaches and surrounded by the Indian Ocean is the Maritim Hotel. This Mauritius hotel is located in Turtle Bay  and offers elegant guest rooms, luxury restaurants and an excellent wellness facility all backed by the Maritime’s famous first class service. Les Pavillons Hotel Mauritius nestles alongside a magnificent beach and the crystal-clear waters of the lagoon. Beneath the imposing Morne Mountain, on the south-west coast of Mauritius, the 5-star Hotel Les Pavillons offers fully equipped colonial style villas with balconies or terraces. With restaurants offering European cuisine to exotic cuisine "La Terrasse", à la carte restaurant specialises in daytime grills and light lunches. Guests will be offered the possibility to have lunch under tropical umbrellas in a relaxed and informal atmosphere of Mauritius. With over half a kilometre of sandy beaches The Sugar Beach Mauritius resort is the perfect place to relax, with 30 acres of beautiful gardens, and water and land sports activities. At the Sugar Beach resort you are spoilt for choice with restaurants like the Mon Plaisir and Tides restaurant which are all great restaurants with the local touch of Mauritius shown in the cuisine. Le Touessrok is one of the world's great romantic Mauritius resorts; it is the essence of cool, modern elegance, basking in the cultural warmth of tropical Mauritius. Located along the east coast, suites and rooms are situated on the mainland in the Hibiscus and Coral Wings, with further suites in the Frangipani Wing. All are sea-facing and all guests are provided with a 24-hour personalised butler service. Mauritius hotels pride themselves on offering the highest quality service, and the Le Saint Géran Hotel does not disappoint. Facing the Belle Mare Peninsular on the north east coast of Mauritius, this luxury hotel consists of 60 acres of tropical gardens, with fully furnished suites and a variety of restaurants like Le Badamier, Ocean-side alfresco lunch and drink venue or Les Casades, an indoor gastronomic restaurant serving an a la carte menu. With live music every evening Le Saint Geran Hotel is a five star hotel with a five star location and service. The airport is about forty five minutes away from the capital Port Louis. There are a number of airlines flying to Mauritius with the biggest carriers British Airways, Air France and Air Mauritius. With cheap Mauritius holidays available and even package holidays Mauritius style, the exotic destination continues to grow as a hotspot for holidaymakers.