Mauritius: West Coast (Black River, Tamarin...)
Sightseeing
From a small fishing village, over the past 200 years, Flic en Flac has rapidly developed into an important tourist area. Today, Flic en Flac is very popular destination which attracts both tourists and locals.
Flic en Flac is a great place to spend your holiday where one will find excellent beaches, range of waterspouts and a quiet setting for complete relaxation. It offers pleasant and charming setting with beautiful white sand beaches and beautiful blue lagoons. Along its very long beach there are many restaurants, hotels, shops and centres.
All can enjoy the 8 km long beach for great afternoon walks, water sports, sunbathing or for relaxation. Also, the beach is ideal place to have picnic, while staying in the shadow of the trees scattered along the coastline.
36 locals recommend
Flic en Flac
From a small fishing village, over the past 200 years, Flic en Flac has rapidly developed into an important tourist area. Today, Flic en Flac is very popular destination which attracts both tourists and locals.
Flic en Flac is a great place to spend your holiday where one will find excellent beaches, range of waterspouts and a quiet setting for complete relaxation. It offers pleasant and charming setting with beautiful white sand beaches and beautiful blue lagoons. Along its very long beach there are many restaurants, hotels, shops and centres.
All can enjoy the 8 km long beach for great afternoon walks, water sports, sunbathing or for relaxation. Also, the beach is ideal place to have picnic, while staying in the shadow of the trees scattered along the coastline.
Casela is one of the most popular leisure and attraction parks in Mauritius offering a variety of fun and thrilling activities to individuals, families and corporates.
The park spans over 350 hectares and is divided into 5 zones, each with its own unique characteristic. The 5 zones are Thrill Mountain, Predator Kingdom, African Safari, Pangia Birds and Rides and World of Events.
206 locals recommend
Casela World of Adventures
Royal RoadCasela is one of the most popular leisure and attraction parks in Mauritius offering a variety of fun and thrilling activities to individuals, families and corporates.
The park spans over 350 hectares and is divided into 5 zones, each with its own unique characteristic. The 5 zones are Thrill Mountain, Predator Kingdom, African Safari, Pangia Birds and Rides and World of Events.
In the South West part of Mauritius, in the heart of a fertile valley, lies the Rhumerie de Chamarel. Situated in the vicinity of the “Coloured Earths of Chamarel”, one of Mauritius’ most popular tourist attractions and the place to visit while in Mauritius, the road leading to the Rhumerie is lined with vast plantations of sugar cane growing side by side with pineapples and other tropical fruits.
Chamarel Rhumerie
One of the distillery’s strong points is that it was designed to provide a holistic tourism experience to guests. Mauritian architect Maurice Giraud has created a building that blends harmoniously with the spectacular surroundings. Wood, natural stone and water provide a sense of communion with nature, turning the distillery into one of the most beautiful factories in the world. Another strong point of the distillery is that it was created to produce the finest rum.
Chamarel Restaurant
Le Chamarel Restaurant, where the only thing as delightful as the food is the unique bird’s-eye view over a mountainous landscape and across to the captivating coastline fringed by the clear blue waters of the Indian Ocean and the horizon.
Chamarel 7 Coloured earth
Nature has her own ways of piquing our curiosity and Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth is one of those surreal things that will make yours run wild. With its 600 million years of history, Chamarel 7 Coloured Earth is one spectacular Geo Park destination!
Chamarel waterfalls
as one of the most breathtaking spots on the island, the Chamarel Waterfall offers a truly magnificent view where the cascading waters hit the pool below from majestic heights.
56 locals recommend
Rhumerie de Chamarel Restaurant & Rum Distillery
In the South West part of Mauritius, in the heart of a fertile valley, lies the Rhumerie de Chamarel. Situated in the vicinity of the “Coloured Earths of Chamarel”, one of Mauritius’ most popular tourist attractions and the place to visit while in Mauritius, the road leading to the Rhumerie is lined with vast plantations of sugar cane growing side by side with pineapples and other tropical fruits.
Chamarel Rhumerie
One of the distillery’s strong points is that it was designed to provide a holistic tourism experience to guests. Mauritian architect Maurice Giraud has created a building that blends harmoniously with the spectacular surroundings. Wood, natural stone and water provide a sense of communion with nature, turning the distillery into one of the most beautiful factories in the world. Another strong point of the distillery is that it was created to produce the finest rum.
Chamarel Restaurant
Le Chamarel Restaurant, where the only thing as delightful as the food is the unique bird’s-eye view over a mountainous landscape and across to the captivating coastline fringed by the clear blue waters of the Indian Ocean and the horizon.
Chamarel 7 Coloured earth
Nature has her own ways of piquing our curiosity and Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth is one of those surreal things that will make yours run wild. With its 600 million years of history, Chamarel 7 Coloured Earth is one spectacular Geo Park destination!
Chamarel waterfalls
as one of the most breathtaking spots on the island, the Chamarel Waterfall offers a truly magnificent view where the cascading waters hit the pool below from majestic heights.
Are you looking to learn kitesurfing or perhaps try this great activity in one of the leading world kitesurfing destinations?
You will learn everything worth knowing about kitesurfing, obtain kitesurfing skills and you can be sure to discover a deep and lasting passion for kitesurfing. No physical strength is needed for kitesurfing, just the determination to try. It is one of the fastest growing water sports in the world, constantly changing with new safer equipment and materials, guaranteeing your safety and pure enjoyment.
Airswitch Kitesurfing Mauritius
Are you looking to learn kitesurfing or perhaps try this great activity in one of the leading world kitesurfing destinations?
You will learn everything worth knowing about kitesurfing, obtain kitesurfing skills and you can be sure to discover a deep and lasting passion for kitesurfing. No physical strength is needed for kitesurfing, just the determination to try. It is one of the fastest growing water sports in the world, constantly changing with new safer equipment and materials, guaranteeing your safety and pure enjoyment.
Le Morne Brabant Mountain. The monument is located in a garden with native vegetation. The monument is be integrated with the restored natural environment of the peninsula and the western cliff and slope of the Mountain as a setting.
The monument was purposefully erected at this particular area of the landscape because of its linear connection between the sea, beach, a historical and legendary place called' Valley of Bones' and the west cliff face. The locality provides a clear eastward view to the edge of the mountain, caves on the cliff faces and the sheer drop by maroon slaves from the top of the mountain to the 'Valley of Bones' to achieve freedom.
Le Mourne Slave Monument
Le Morne Brabant Mountain. The monument is located in a garden with native vegetation. The monument is be integrated with the restored natural environment of the peninsula and the western cliff and slope of the Mountain as a setting.
The monument was purposefully erected at this particular area of the landscape because of its linear connection between the sea, beach, a historical and legendary place called' Valley of Bones' and the west cliff face. The locality provides a clear eastward view to the edge of the mountain, caves on the cliff faces and the sheer drop by maroon slaves from the top of the mountain to the 'Valley of Bones' to achieve freedom.
The Benitiers is a popular tourist excursion that is 500 meters in front of La Gaulette. The île aux Bénitiers is two kilometers long along a north-south axis for a maximum width of 500 meters. Its surface is 500 hectares. You will also visit the Crystal Rock located in the middle of the lagoon.
When you are on the island, the cooks will start grilling and in about an hour you will be served a delicious menu consisting of: grilled kebabs, seafood and fish, chicken, sausages, garlic bread, salads. Dessert: Banana flambé. After lunch, you can enjoy relaxing moments - laze on the beach, stroll the island or explore the lagoons and coral reefs surrounding the island.
38 locals recommend
Île aux Benitiers
The Benitiers is a popular tourist excursion that is 500 meters in front of La Gaulette. The île aux Bénitiers is two kilometers long along a north-south axis for a maximum width of 500 meters. Its surface is 500 hectares. You will also visit the Crystal Rock located in the middle of the lagoon.
When you are on the island, the cooks will start grilling and in about an hour you will be served a delicious menu consisting of: grilled kebabs, seafood and fish, chicken, sausages, garlic bread, salads. Dessert: Banana flambé. After lunch, you can enjoy relaxing moments - laze on the beach, stroll the island or explore the lagoons and coral reefs surrounding the island.
Located in the southern part of the beautiful island of Mauritius, the course is set on an idyllic piece of land between rolling mountains and the turquoise lagoon of the Indian Ocean.
Accompanied by beautiful vistas from every green and tee, it is one of the most spectacular golf courses in Mauritius. The Heritage Golf Club offers a truly exceptional and enjoyable experience of golf in Mauritius for golfers of all handicap levels.
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Heritage Golf Club
Located in the southern part of the beautiful island of Mauritius, the course is set on an idyllic piece of land between rolling mountains and the turquoise lagoon of the Indian Ocean.
Accompanied by beautiful vistas from every green and tee, it is one of the most spectacular golf courses in Mauritius. The Heritage Golf Club offers a truly exceptional and enjoyable experience of golf in Mauritius for golfers of all handicap levels.
Mauritius, World of Seashells presents 8,000 pieces from the collection of Mr. Le Court de Billot. This passionate Mauritian conchophile has collected seashells from around the world with concern of ecosystems and species. The collection began before him with his parents. They entrusted it to him as they also passed on their passion for shells.
During your visit, you will discover all the secrets of the shells: their morphology, their living mechanism, their defense system, the beautiful, perfect patterns and dreamy colours. You will also learn how men have used shells throughout the world over the course of centuries.
World Of Seashells
Mauritius, World of Seashells presents 8,000 pieces from the collection of Mr. Le Court de Billot. This passionate Mauritian conchophile has collected seashells from around the world with concern of ecosystems and species. The collection began before him with his parents. They entrusted it to him as they also passed on their passion for shells.
During your visit, you will discover all the secrets of the shells: their morphology, their living mechanism, their defense system, the beautiful, perfect patterns and dreamy colours. You will also learn how men have used shells throughout the world over the course of centuries.
Rochester Falls is a waterfall situated in the Savanne district of Mauritius. Highly popular for its rectangular flank rocks, the fall is one of the most popular tourist attractions and the widest waterfall in Mauritius.
A must visit tourist attractions in Mauritius; the Rochester Falls has been in the spotlight for being featured in many Bollywood movies. One of its main features is the unique and dramatic cliff face which has been transformed into jagged rectangular blocks by the force of powerful water over the past hundreds years.
32 locals recommend
Rochester Falls
A9Rochester Falls is a waterfall situated in the Savanne district of Mauritius. Highly popular for its rectangular flank rocks, the fall is one of the most popular tourist attractions and the widest waterfall in Mauritius.
A must visit tourist attractions in Mauritius; the Rochester Falls has been in the spotlight for being featured in many Bollywood movies. One of its main features is the unique and dramatic cliff face which has been transformed into jagged rectangular blocks by the force of powerful water over the past hundreds years.
Mauritius was in the front row when Mother Nature was giving out blessings in the form of natural wonders!
This outstanding landmark is located in the district of Souillac and is accessible from Gris Gris beach. A walk through the lush greenery will lead you to the end of the headland where you will be able to witness this so-called optic illusion of a weeping rock (La Roche Qui Pleure).
9 locals recommend
Roche Qui Pleure
Mauritius was in the front row when Mother Nature was giving out blessings in the form of natural wonders!
This outstanding landmark is located in the district of Souillac and is accessible from Gris Gris beach. A walk through the lush greenery will lead you to the end of the headland where you will be able to witness this so-called optic illusion of a weeping rock (La Roche Qui Pleure).
Located a few kilometers from Grand Bassin, Bois Chéri is a tea factory and a museum. Bois Chéri is the first tea plantation in Mauritius dates back to 1892.
During the visit, you will increase your knowledge about the different stages of production of the tea making process: from picking to packaging, withering, fermentation, drying and sieving. Bois Chéri produces a new range of flavored teas, green teas and herbal teas.
31 locals recommend
Bois Cheri Tea Factory
Bois Cheri RoadLocated a few kilometers from Grand Bassin, Bois Chéri is a tea factory and a museum. Bois Chéri is the first tea plantation in Mauritius dates back to 1892.
During the visit, you will increase your knowledge about the different stages of production of the tea making process: from picking to packaging, withering, fermentation, drying and sieving. Bois Chéri produces a new range of flavored teas, green teas and herbal teas.
Fun Adventure proposes you to navigate your own Seakart along the west coast. Stop at various places of interest to discover spectacular and amazing sceneries.
The e Seakart is a speedboat like no other: spacious, powerful and very stable at the same time, it eliminates all the safety issues that jet skis or traditional speed boats present.
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Fun Adventure Mauritius Ltd SEAKART
Fun Adventure proposes you to navigate your own Seakart along the west coast. Stop at various places of interest to discover spectacular and amazing sceneries.
The e Seakart is a speedboat like no other: spacious, powerful and very stable at the same time, it eliminates all the safety issues that jet skis or traditional speed boats present.
Experience water take-off and landing. A once in a lifetime opportunity to go on a private seaplane flight across the island with its breathtaking beaches and coral islands.
Your pilot will ensure that you see the famous landmarks and points of interest as you complete one fascinating circuit around the Northern region of the island. The flight is done at a low altitude of up to 1500 feets to guarantee clear and close view of all sights and landmarks and provide many picture perfect moments.
The seaplane flight trip is done on a private basis where you will be sitting alongside the pilot who is there to answer any question you might have and to show you all the sights. You will also get to experience the excitement of a water take-off and landing - a unique experience for itself.
lagoonFlight
Experience water take-off and landing. A once in a lifetime opportunity to go on a private seaplane flight across the island with its breathtaking beaches and coral islands.
Your pilot will ensure that you see the famous landmarks and points of interest as you complete one fascinating circuit around the Northern region of the island. The flight is done at a low altitude of up to 1500 feets to guarantee clear and close view of all sights and landmarks and provide many picture perfect moments.
The seaplane flight trip is done on a private basis where you will be sitting alongside the pilot who is there to answer any question you might have and to show you all the sights. You will also get to experience the excitement of a water take-off and landing - a unique experience for itself.
Food scene
Since its opening in December 2002, Domaine Anna charms and enchants its clientele.
The self-taught visionary Hang Leung Pah Hang has designed and made this splendid venue of great gastronomy where conviviality and peacefulness mix with each other.It’s a magical place that blends pleasure, taste and festive ambiance and absolute serenity.
In 2005, the International Federation of Tourism has decorated this “paradise for gourmets” for its excellence and gastronomy by bestowing to it the Trophy of the Baguette d’Or.
71 locals recommend
Domaine Anna
MedineSince its opening in December 2002, Domaine Anna charms and enchants its clientele.
The self-taught visionary Hang Leung Pah Hang has designed and made this splendid venue of great gastronomy where conviviality and peacefulness mix with each other.It’s a magical place that blends pleasure, taste and festive ambiance and absolute serenity.
In 2005, the International Federation of Tourism has decorated this “paradise for gourmets” for its excellence and gastronomy by bestowing to it the Trophy of the Baguette d’Or.