Top 10 of the things to discover in Mauritius
2024
Highlights of the trip
During your stay you can enjoy the following highlights: Culture / Heritage, Faune and flora, Discovery, Adventure / Sports & Leisure, Free time, Relaxation / Well-being.
Best times to go
The best time(s) to go is/are : Printemps, Eté, Automne, Hiver.
Petit Futé
Where to stay - Grandbassin ?
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How to get there - Grandbassin
Arrival on the island
Arrival on the island in the morning, transfer and installation. Establishment of the route with a local advisor
The South
Steps: Grandbassin
The day will go south to discover the ancient volcano Trou aux Cerfs. Then head for the sacred lake, better known as the Grand Bassin, where a great pilgrimage takes place every year in honor of the god Shiva. After a break at the Black River National Park to see the gorges
Places of interest : LAC SACRÉ DE GRAND BASSIN
I have tried out walking underwater.
Steps: Grand Baie
After a good night's sleep, road to the north to explore the sea in the only submarine of the island. Then, not far from Grand Bay, you will try out the walk under the water, which is strengthening and pleasant. The end of the day will be a stroll in Grand Baie, the island's most frequently visited tourist village. It's possible to ride sea scooter on this day.
Dolphin watching by catamaran
This beautiful day will be dedicated to the observation of dolphins that have adopted the lagoons of the west of the island. This trip will be done by catamaran which is the best way to see the cetaceans up close. This escapade in tropical waters will be an opportunity to sunbathe, swim or snorkel.
Ile aux Aigrettes by boat
Steps: Mahébourg
Visit of a cassava biscuit factory, a handmade biscuit unique in the world. It's possible in this place to visit the charming île aux Aigrettes This coral island, and a nature reserve protected since 1965, protects the fauna and the endemic flora. An authorisation is required for this location.
Places of interest : ÎLE AUX AIGRETTES ECOTOUR
Skydiving in the North
Back to the north for a thrill, a tandem skydiving jump. After the briefing of the experienced instructor, you will climb into the plane at 10,000 feet. You will make the jump with the instructor who will be your tandem and will help you live this unique moment. It is only a few seconds, but the sensation is enormous in emotion. Remember to fix your camera before the departure.
Tea Route and colonial homes
Steps: Curepipe
Visit of the Aubineaux estate, which remains the last typical colonial houses of the late 19th century. Immersion in the different stages of tea production with a guide. After a break at the tea room, we will head to Saint Aubain and its curiosity, a colonial house built in 1819 which is now a very elegant table d'hôte where you can enjoy a typical Mauritian meal. At the end of the day, a great sunset at Gris Gris, the name of a cliff against which the waves crash
Places of interest : DOMAINE DES AUBINEAUX
