Tailormade Mauritius Tour Packages from India

Trips to Mauritius, the small island country on the Indian Ocean, have always been a tourist favourite. Few nations offer as much as this virtual “Mini India” does — extremely diverse flora and fauna, picturesque views of tropical blue waters bordered by soft, white-sand beaches, geological marvels, mysterious and rewarding hiking trails, luxurious shopping opportunities, vibrant nightlife and a warming mix of cultures.

Mauritius is one of the richest countries in Africa, just south-east of Madagascar. It is a confluence of modern architecture and unspoilt, untouched nature like few others. The countless Bollywood movies set on this island also contribute to the high number of Mauritius Tour Packages from India.

• OVERVIEW
• TOP ATTRACTIONS
• THINGS TO DO
• PLACES TO VISIT
• ITINERARY
• COST
• FAQ

OVERVIEW

We have listed the top reasons to go on a trip to Mauritius. Read on!

ADRENALINE ACTIVITIES GALORE

The islands of Mauritius offer a range of exhilarating activities to pump up one’s adrenaline! For a bird’s eye view of the island, the lagoon and the Indian Ocean, opt for skydiving from Sugar Fields, or parasailing in Grand Baie, Belle Mare or Ile Aux Cerfs. The Vallee Des Couleurs, or the Valley of coloured earth, hosts the third-longest zipline in the world. The valley is also home to the thrilling Nepalese Bridge, which is the longest hanging bridge on the Indian Ocean. Moreover, there are many well-marked hiking trails that can be explored on foot or bikes.

BEACH BLISS

Beach Holidays in Mauritius are extremely popular and well-loved. The country offers stunning sights- both over and under the water. Owing to its location, the islands of Mauritius enjoy balmy temperatures at all times of the year, and the surrounding blue waters are always warm.
Mauritius is home to some of the most stunning coral reefs and underwater diversity in the world. Diving in Mauritius awards a range of experiences. The striking underwater visibility around Ile Aux Cerfs makes it a great destination for snorkelling. Belle Mare is one of the best sites to explore hard and soft corals, and marine life like lionfish, eels, clownfish (HI NEMO!) and stingrays. On the other hand, the absence of coral reefs around Tamarin Beach makes it ideal for surfing. Coin de Mire is ideal for underwater photography, and its pink coral seabed is ethereal. Turtle House Reef is home to the extremely rare Green Turtle and Hawksbill Turtle.

Mauritius tour packages for families usually always include the famous underwater sea walk. Fit for everyone above the age of ten, an underwater sea walk is like a submarine tour on foot in between the corals, inside the reef. Walking on the seabed allows one to come in close contact with marine life, making it an unforgettable experience.

Glass bottomed boat trips at the Blue Bay Marine Park are a great way to absorb the diversity of life in the lagoon without getting wet through the see-through bottom of the boat. The Park is also ideal for scuba diving as the waters are extremely rich.
Seabobs are watercraft that enable their rider to ‘swim like a dolphin’ by giving them incredible agility. Safe for everyone above the age of ten, these easily controllable vehicles are popular for swimming with fishes at the Grand Bay.

The islands of Mauritius are also a good destination for water skiing. Trou Aux Biches and Mont Choisy offer the best water-ski opportunities on the island. Deep-sea big game fishing at Grand Bay is another tourist favourite!

CULTURAL EXPERIENCES

The citizens of Mauritius are all descendants of immigrants. Dutch, French, British, African, Indian and Chinese cultures come together on this south-east African island to offer an extremely unique experience. With demography so varied, the country’s rank among the most peaceful countries globally is a reflection of how seamlessly the different cultures have merged.

The architecture of Mauritius is an eclectic mix of these cultures. Port Louis, for example, has faded and beautiful old French buildings standing next to modern high-rises, mosques and pagodas. There are two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Mauritius — the Aapravasi Ghat and Le Mont Brabant. Aapravasi Ghat, or Immigration Depot, carries historical significance as this is where indentured labourers arrived from India under the colonial rule. Le Mont Brabant is an iconic rugged mountain that was used as a refuge by runaway slaves. Both of these landmarks draw a large number of tourists annually.

While visiting Mauritius, be sure to catch a sega performance, the traditional music of the island. In the times of slavery, sega was used as a means of self-expression. Most hotels organise these performances, and Flic-en-Flac Beach is famous for performances by the locals on weekends.

SWIM WITH DOLPHINS

The islands of Mauritius are some of the best destinations to observe dolphins in their natural habitat. Unlike in aquariums where the dolphins are held captive and trained to interact with humans, seeing them in the wild is more ethical and rewarding.
Tamarin Bay is an ideal place to witness dolphins, particularly the Bottlenose and Spinner dolphins. Excursions are carried out without causing any disturbance or harm to the creatures and it is emphasised that the tourists are the ones exploring the home of the dolphins.
Observers can either see the creatures from a distance or if they are lucky and skilled at swimming, they may get a chance to swim with them.

EXPLORATION

Mauritius is one big island, unlike Seychelles, but there are many small islets just off its coast that are unspoilt and waiting to be explored. Mauritius packages always dedicate a day or two to island hopping, exploring and discovering these off coast gems.
Ile Aux Cerfs is the most loved islet while island hopping in Mauritius. It is as perfect for lazily basking in the sun as it is for taking part in exhilarating water activities. The islet also has an adventure park offering good zip lining opportunities, and the famous Ile Aux Cerfs Golf Course. Flat Island, or Ile Plate, is one of the largest islets around Mauritius. An hour and a half long catamaran ride away, the islet is known for its hiking trail up the hill, where one of the country’s few operating lighthouses stands. Ile d’Ambre is an iconic island-hopping destination. Owing to the dense mangrove forest and ancient ruins, hiking here is hugely popular.
The interiors of the island are rugged, and filled with hills and gorges, standing in stark contrast to its beachy edges. Nature is at her best on these rugged hills, and challenging and thrilling land activities are a huge draw for tourists. The Black River Gorges National Park, covering about 2 per cent of the island, is the biggest national park in Mauritius. The thick forest cover is home to an incredibly diverse range of flora and fauna, and they form the habitat of the island’s most endangered species — the Echo Parakeet, the Mauritius Kestrel and the Pink Pigeon.

FLORA AND FAUNA

Mauritius is teeming with a wide range of flora and fauna, both endemic and introduced, which are not only a delight to explore but are also of ecological significance.
With so many coral reefs surrounding the island of Mauritius, the country is home to more than 400 aquatic species, including bottlenose dolphins, humpback whales, tuna, marlin and a host of colourful, tropical fishes.

The fruit bat is the only native terrestrial mammal on the island, but several other creatures have been introduced from neighbouring countries in an effort to boost the biodiversity. One such specie that has been re-introduced is the Giant Aldabra Tortoise from Seychelles.
Scores of different birds have been recorded on these islands, including endemic species like the Pink Pigeon, the Grey-White Eye, the Olive-White Eye, the Paradise Flycatcher and the Mauritius Parakeet.

Ile Aux Aigrettes is the best place to enjoy the diverse flora and fauna of Mauritius. A tiny coral island in the south-east of the country, it has been declared a nature conservation site and efforts are being made to return it to its pre-human condition. Pink Pigeons, Mauritius Fodies, Fruit Bats, Day Geckos and the Legged Snake Telfair’s skink are protected on this island.

GASTRONOMY

The cuisine of the island is an extension of this seamless harmony. Incredibly diverse and with a range of options ranging from Michelin star restaurants to street food, food in Mauritius is one of the major draws for tourists! Must-try items include Rougaille, a Creole tomato-based stew; Fish Vindaye, an iconic, flavourful seafood dish and Dholl Puri, the national dish of the island. Street vendors sell samosas, Gateaux Pigment (which is similar to falafel), Min Frite, or fried noodles, and sweet potato cakes.