Resorts of Mauritius

Northwest coast

The northwest coast (Grand Baie, Pointe aux Pimentes, Baraclava, Mont Choisy, Trou aux Biches and Pereybere) stretches from Port Louis in the south to Perelene in the north. This is the warmest coast, protected from southeast winds, especially in winter. The temperature here is always 2-3 degrees higher than in other parts of the island and it is always sunny.

Port Louis – the capital of Mauritius – is located in a picturesque place at the foot of the mountains, and, at the same time, on the very seashore.

The magnificent location and favorable climate have created a luxurious resort from Port Louis . Of the attractions of Port Louis , it is worth noting the Natural History Museum , where you can see a stuffed animal of the strangest representative of the pigeon species – the dodo , which is considered extinct since the 17th century. There are also stuffed animals of other extinct and still living birds, animals and fish. The Mauritius Postal Museum, which regularly hosts exhibitions, has a huge collection of Mauritian postage stamps and stamps from other countries of the world.

If you are interested in Islamic architecture, visit the Jumma Mosque, built in the 1850s. in Chinatown and Fort Adelaide, similar to Moorish buildings. Fort Adelaide is the only one of the four forts of Port Louis that is practically not destroyed and access to which is open; the views from the top of this waterfront building are simply magnificent.

The tomb of Pere Laval is located in the northeast of the city in Saint-Crou. Per Laval converted over 67,000 people to Catholicism during his 23 years in Mauritius ; at the top of his tomb is a painted plaster statue of him. Pilgrims believe that this statue has a certain power and come here to touch it.

It is also worth visiting the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden , where you can see almost all the plants that exist in the world.

The nightlife of Port Louis mostly runs along the coastline. Most of the entertainment centers are located here. Casinos and restaurants, cozy cafes and bars will gladly open their doors to you. Every client will be welcome here.

Shopping in Port Louis is one of the popular types of tourism. The trade routes of the East and Asia intersect here. A large number of shopping centers, shops and a real oriental bazaar where you can bargain during the purchase process. Diving  is also very popular in Port Louis . Lovers of this type of recreation will find beautiful scenery and crystal clear water here.

Luxurious hotels and cozy cottages

on the shore will gladly meet you. The cordiality of the locals, excellent cuisine and excellent wines will complement your wonderful mood. Port Louis is famous for its hospitality. Here you will be glad to see.

To the north of Port Louis are the famous beaches and the most luxurious hotels. The most famous resort town in the north is Grand Baie, located 80 km from the airport and a 30-minute drive from the capital Port Louis, which has earned the fame of the Mauritius Saint Tropez. You can visit numerous restaurants with French, Creole, Indian or Chinese cuisine, walk through small elegant shops and shops, sit in a cafe or bar open until late at night. The north of Mauritius is known for its mildest climate and the highest number of sunny days per year.

Near the northern coast of Mauritius there is a group of picturesque islands – Couen de Mir , Ile Rond , Gabriel , Ile Plat , Ile d’Ambre , as well as the Serpent Island ( Ile aux Serpents ), on which instead of snakes there are a myriad of sea birds.

All the northern islands are famous for their untouched tropical nature; now they have nature reserves. The real gem of this group is Île Plat , an absolutely flat island without a single building, apart from a lighthouse, an ideal observation platform for those who wish to admire the ocean and surrounding lands. It offers a full range of entertainment and water sports: scuba diving, water skiing, swimming, fishing for big fish.

West Coast

The west coast is the driest region of Mauritius , so it has been preserved almost in its original form and is somewhat less visited by tourists. The relief of the western coast is more diverse and is replete with alternating mountain ranges and green valleys with beautiful beaches – Tamarin , Wolmar , Flic en Flac . The beaches in the Flic-en-Flac area are simply magnificent, and there are more than forty interesting diving sites. Near Volmar there is a reserve of the same name (700 hectares), which protects representatives of the local fauna. Hiking, cycling and car tours are also organized here. Tamarind Baywilder, more pristine than the bays elsewhere on the coast. Due to strong currents, swimming here is not safe, but for surfers it is a paradise.

Morne Brabant is the westernmost tip of the island of Mauritius. This is an area of ​​amazingly beautiful landscapes, a luxurious lagoon, first-class beaches and exotic nature.

There are many interesting natural monuments in the western part of the island – the Makshabe relic forest ( Mahabi Belomb , the largest natural reserve in Mauritius ), the Black River Gorge National Park , Benitier Island , Tamarind Bay , Mount Morne Braban (550 m), as well as excellent areas for sea fishing. In the Riviera de Anguilles Park you can see crocodiles, giant tortoises, chameleons, monkeys and bats among the lush tropical vegetation.

Fishing enthusiasts can visit the Black River ( Black River), a unique place for fishing.

South coast

The south coast of Mauritius is the most picturesque, green and interesting area. Mahebourg is a city built in the beautiful bay of Grand Port . Rising above the bay is Lion Mountain , whose outlines really resemble a sleeping lion. In the city itself, in addition to its colorful sleepy streets and shops, you should visit the Museum of the History of the Navy , a confectionery factory (founded in 1870), the Notre Dame des Ange church.

A wonderful lagoon and a wonderful sandy beach belongs to the east of the city, in the Blue Bay property. In the summer, there are excellent conditions for diving, and in winter, improving winds blow, which is great for windsurfing. The beautiful Les Val Natural Park is located in the Vieux Grand Port area. In Bois Cheri, you can visit a tea factory and get acquainted with all the stages of tea leaf processing, as well as buy excellent local Bois Cheri tea.

Closer to the central part is the hilly, lush Champagne plain and the mountainous Piton de la Rivière Noire plateau . The mountains here are low, with bizarre peaks that bear curious names: “Cat and Mouse”, “Thumb”, “Three Nipples” , etc…

In the area of ​​​​the village of Chamarel, there are beautiful waterfalls and natural phenomena of the “colorful earth” on the sugar plantations of Bel Ombre and the “valley of 23 flowers” ​​in Mar aux Aiguilles. A few kilometers from Souillac are the Falls of Rochester , as well as the “Weeping Rock” near Gris Gris.

East Coast

The east coast stretched from Perelen to Mahebourg . Surprises of nature await you here: the rocks abruptly give way to sandy beaches, and then again grow as if out of the ground. In the summer, from June to September, this is a real paradise for surfers, as it is during this period that the tropical southeast winds are especially strong, which makes it possible to catch a good wave.

The east coast of the island is considered one of the best holiday destinations. The main natural attractions of the east coast are the virgin forest of Domans du Chasseur and the Ylang Ylang lands , the Grand Rivière Sud Est waterfalls at the mouth of the river of the same name, Deer Island and Devil’s Cape . Deer Island has long turned from a piece of untouched nature into a resort richly built up with tourist facilities. This is a real gift for lovers of diving and water skiing, there are many water entertainment centers in the bays with crystal clear water.

Resorts of Mauritius: The once quiet fishing village of Pointe de Flac has been turned into a prestigious resort , whose magnificent lagoon is surrounded by private beaches of hotels, golf courses, a series of bridged pools, dive centers, tennis courts, and 37 hectares of tropical park.

On the Island of the White Egrets ( Ile aux Aigrettes ) – a hunting ground is located in which the most unusual adventures await lovers of hunting.

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