The tropical island of Mauritius is known as 'The Pearl of the Indian Ocean'. It is becoming even more renown not only because of its natural beauty and breathtaking landscapes but also because of the legendary kindness and hospitality of the Mauritian people, a fascinating mixture in their own right. The coastline of 330 kilometres is almost entirely surrounded by one of the largest unbroken coral reefs in the world and its proximity to the Tropic of Capricorn assures Mauritius a typically warm and sub-tropical climate. It make the perfect destination for a beach break or to celebrate a honeymoon or special occasion. Why not add it on to the end of one of our deluxe South African safaris or after a visit to the world-famous Victoria Falls?

Anytime! In the central part of the island, 600 metres above the sea level, the average maximum day-time temperature varies from about 20 C in August to about 26 C in February. Along coastal areas, the temperatures are generally 3 to 5 degrees higher. The western and northern regions are warmer and relatively drier than the East and the South.

Flic En Flac
Situated on the West Coast, this beach fringed with "filaos" ( Casurina trees) provides a fine lagoon for swimming and water sports.
Grand Baie
The northern coastline beyond Tombeau Bay has many delightful beaches and spots for safe bathing, sailing, windsurfing and water skiing. The coastline later curves into Grand Baie itself, the main center yachting, water skiing, windsurfing, and other water sports.
Pereybere
Mid-way on the coast road between Grand Baie and Cap Malheureux, a delightful little cove with deep clear blue waters, provides one of the best bathing places of the whole island.
Cap Malheureux
Is a fishing village in the extreme North with a magnificent view of Flat Island, Round Island and Gunner's Quoin - Islands of volcanic origin rising from sparkling light-green sea.
Roches Noires
Extends into Poste Lafayette with its bracing air and good fishing. They are both favoured seaside resorts, especially in the hotter months, because of the fresh prevailing winds blowing all year round from the sea.
Blue Bay
In a semi-circle of casuarinas trees, Blue Bay is one of the finest bathing spots of the island. Situated on the South-East coast, not far from Mahebourg, Blue Bay offers a fine stretch of white sandy beach and a deep, clear, light-blue natural bathing pool. Yachting and windsurfing may be enjoyed there.
Belle-Mare
Has a beautiful white sandy beach and fine bathing. The east coast, with its white sweepe of sands at Palmar, and Trou d'Eau Douce, stretches out lazily to Grand Port, a quaint little village by the sea ; there the beach narrows and the roads closely follows the coastline to Mahebourg and Pointe d'Esny with its adjoining white sandy beach and string of bungalows.
Le Morne & Tamarin
Offer fine stretches of beach and swimming places and they are also known for their surfing spots.

Introduction to Mauritius