Tamarin Bay Beach
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10
5
The Tamarin Bay starts at the Tamarina Hotel and goes down to Tamarin's City Center. It is one of the few beaches not protected by coral reefs. It makes it a great snorkelling and surfing spot, although you must remain cautious in the water.
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Grand Baie Beach
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4
3
Although the city's name may be misleading, the bay isn't remotely the prettiest in Mauritius. However, its central location in the Northern touristic city makes it a great place to walk by, enjoy the view and meet fishermen back from their sail. It is also populated by bars and restaurants.
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Duration
10 h
Languages
French, English, Spanish
La Croisette Mall
Budget Meals
5
4
La Croisette is the most faithful representation of the Western World available in Mauritius. It is a wide, modern and well-maintained mall with many luxury shops, fine dining restaurants, and sophisticated public areas. Although it sure pleases, it is quite expensive for locals and is rather empty even on weekends.
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Ganga Talao
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5
3
A local pujari (Hindu priest) once dreamt that the lake was part of the Ganges river in India, making it a sacred site. Every year since then, Hindu pilgrims walk from their homes to Ganga Talao during Maha Shivaratri celebrations.
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Le Morne Beach
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4
2
The beach of Le Morne is literally at the South West's edge of the island, providing a great bay scenery and view on the Morne Brabant hill. Its remote location makes it a quiet and safe choice for relaxing. Also, the strong currents and winds make it a first choice beach for kitesurfing and other watersports activities.
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Le Morne Brabant Hike
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6
4
Le Morne Brabant mountain is a cultural landmark. It was the refuge for runaway slaves, and the tragic spot where many committed suicide from fear of being caught. Public access to the mountain has been granted in 2016, after a long legal battle with private land owners to climb this UNESCO world heritage site.
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Trou aux Biches Beach
Sights
4
2
Trou aux Biches is located on the North West coast, and marks the beginning of the touristic Northern area. Compared with other cities like Grand Baie and Pereybère, it prefers local residences to luxury resorts. Its beach is less busy and is very popular amongst locals.
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Île aux Cerfs Island
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9
3
Mauritius has several small islands accessible through private boat tours, which are quite expensive for locals. In that regard, the Île aux Cerfs Island (literally Deer Island) is the most famous and therefore the most accessible one. No prior bookings are required as you can just show up at embarkation and bargain for a boat transfer.
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Flic-en-Flac Beach
Budget Meals
12
4
Although not the most beautiful beach in Mauritius, Flic-en-Flac is one of the most touristic city and offers many restaurants, bars, hotels, and shops. Street food and watersport activities vendors walk around all day long, willing to offer their services to locals as well as tourists.
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Domaine Anna Restaurant
Restaurants
12
6
The Domaine Anna is near the touristic city of Flic-en-Flac, but in the middle of a wide plantation that requires a fun car ride. The scenery is quite spectacular, as the Domaine breeds its own fish and seafood and nurtures a vivid garden. The tables surrounded by water offer the perfect romantic setting.
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La Vallée de Ferney
Restaurants
4
1
Located within the Bambou Mountains north of Mahebourg, la Vallée de Ferney is a natural reserve designed to preserve the native forest of Mauritius and its unique biodiversity. Locals have fought relentlessly to prohibited the government to build infrastructures that could disrupt its ecosystem.
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Belle-Mare Beach Sunrise
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2
1
Belle-Mare is the largest and most popular beach of the East coast. As it is well enlightened at night and much parking space is available, it is the perfect place to camp, jog or walk while watching the sunrise.
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Caudan Waterfront
Budget Meals
4
2
The Caudan is one of the oldest mall built in Mauritius. Located on the docks of Port-Louis, it includes many high-end boutiques, duty-free shops, and cheap food vendors. It also hosts two great business hotels: Le Labourdonnais and Le Suffren.
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Navigate by Sailing Boat on Four different Islands
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Duration
7 h
Languages
French, English
Eureka 'La Maison Creole'
Sights
1
2
The Eureka Colonial House has been restored and now hosts a restaurant, a museum, and all kinds of private events (seminars, team buildings, Bollywood movie shootings!) The surrounding gardens comprise of a natural reserve with superb waterfalls and view of Mount Ory. The food is tasty and authentic, and the setting makes it worth visiting.
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Terres de 7 Couleurs (Seven-Colored Earths)
Sights
3
0
Chamarel is an isolated town in the South-West and one of the locals' favorite road trip spot. With amazing viewpoints of the coast and the Black River National Park, Chamarel also hosts the sights of the Seven-Colored Earth, dunes of volcanic earth that naturally take several shades, and Chamarel Waterfalls.
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