Mauritius is a volcanic and mountainous tropical island located in the Indian Ocean endowed with endless white sandy beaches and over a hundred shades of blue in the sea.
Mauritius offers some of the best holiday destinations in Africa and it makes for an ideal honeymoon destination.
The coastline of Mauritius, about 330 km long, is studded with top Mauritius hotels, most of which offer extensive honeymoon packages. Mauritius beaches are must-visit while on Mauritius holidays.
Famed worldwide for their pristine beauty, Mauritius beaches embrace the lush interiors of Mauritius. Among the top rated ones are Belle Mare, Tamarin Bay and Grand Baie, all of which offer unforgettable Mauritius holidays.
Beside beaches, Mauritius offers a wide range of wildlife than can be viewed at its several national parks and reserves. Black River Gorge is the country’s largest and most popular national park renowned for its vistas, waterfalls and hiking.
In case you are looking for a place to unwind, Port Louis, the capital of Mauritius is the place for you. The city offers some of the best accommodation in the island and so is the neighbouring town of Mahebourg. And in case you are looking for a place with some bit of action then you can tour Mount Limon and Mount Malartic, both of them ideal for hiking.
Mauritius Weather/When To Go
Mauritius has a warm tropical climate that makes it an all year round travel destination. However, the best time to go on Mauritius beach holidays is during the summer months – from December to May. During this time of the year the days are longer, hot and sticky making swimming in the ocean more refreshing.
On the other hand, hotel prices usually drop over the winter months (from July to September) making it possible to find some good travel deals. Besides, the cooler weather is ideal for many inland activities such as hiking and quad biking.
Things To Do
Water skiing, boating, swimming, sailing, wind surfing, fishing, historical tours, wildlife safaris, and more.
Time: GMT/UTC + 5
Area: 2040 sq km
Total coastline: 177km
Capital: Port Louis
Telephone: Country code 230
Population:1,250,000
Seasons: Winter (from July to September); Summer (from December to May).
Visa: Visitors must have a visa to enter Mauritius, save nationals of Commonwealth countries.
National carrier: Air Mauritius
Language: English, Mauritian, French
Annual GDP: US$16.7 billion