Mauritius

Lagoons, mountains and a mix of cultures, with some of the best service in the Indian Ocean.
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mauritius

more than a beach

Mauritius is volcanic and green, with sugar cane fields, waterfalls and mountains inland and calm lagoons around the coast. Its mix of Indian, African, Chinese and French heritage gives it a food scene unlike anywhere else.

The hotels are known for their warm service and big, family-friendly resorts, and there’s plenty to do beyond the beach.

where to go

where to go

  1. 01

    Le Morne

    The dramatic mountain and lagoon of the south-west.

  2. 02

    Black River Gorges

    A national park of forest and waterfalls.

  3. 03

    Chamarel

    The Seven Coloured Earths and a rum distillery.

  4. 04

    Île aux Cerfs

    A small island off the east coast with beaches and golf.

  5. 05

    Port Louis

    The capital's market and waterfront.

  6. 06

    Grand Baie

    The lively north, with boats and restaurants.

when to go

the seasons in mauritius

Mauritius is warm all year. The best months are April to June and September to December.

November to April

summer

Hot and humid, with some rain. Cyclones are possible from January to March.

April to June

autumn

Warm, dry and calm. A lovely time to visit.

July to October

winter

Cooler and breezy, good for walking and kitesurfing.

where to stay

places we love

One&Only Le Saint Géran Belle Mare
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One&Only Le Saint Géran

A classic on its own peninsula, with an excellent kids' club.

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Shangri-La Le Touessrok Trou d'Eau Douce
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Shangri-La Le Touessrok

A lagoon-side resort with access to Île aux Cerfs.

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Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa Flic en Flac
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Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa

Pool villas on the west coast, with sunset views.

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Looking for something different? We know many more hotels and villas in Mauritius, and we'll happily suggest the right one for you.

experiences

what we love to arrange

Creole cooking

Learn to cook Mauritian dishes with a local chef.

Private catamaran

Sail the lagoons and snorkel off the east coast.

Chamarel and the gorges

A day in the green south-west, with a rum tasting.

Swim with dolphins

Early morning trips from Tamarin Bay.

Hike Le Morne

A guided climb with views across the lagoon.

Golf

Play some of the Indian Ocean's best courses.

good to know

questions we’re often asked

Anything else you’d like to know? Simply ask us.

When is the best time to visit Mauritius?

April to June and September to December are ideal.

Can we fly direct?

Yes, there are direct flights from the UK, taking around 12 hours.

Is Mauritius good for families?

Very. The resorts have excellent kids’ clubs and calm lagoons.

Which coast is best?

The east for beaches and lagoons, the west for sunsets, the south for drama.

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