Gone are the days when travelers took little to no interest in Mauritius as it was only a volcanic island then. But now they are amazed by the heavenly appearance of this island nation. Each of the places to visit in Mauritius seems to be the best painting by God.
Mark Twain, the famous writer and greatest humorist of America, believed that “God made Mauritius first and then heaven was copied from it.”
Whosoever has visited this star and key of the Indian Ocean will not disagree with his words. Even the top travel magazines and publishers like Lonely Planet termed it as one of the best countries to visit in a lifetime.
This is enough to bag pack and begin a journey to Mauritius, but WAIT…. We have got a list prepared of all the eye-catching and popular destinations of this neighborhood of Madagascar.
7 Places In Mauritius That Will Lock Your Senses Here, FOREVER!!!
1. Belle Mare Plage Beach
Mauritius is full of beaches but each one has its own identity which makes visitors keep coming. This lagoon-surrounded beach is one of those best beaches. Its specialty is the shallow and calm water which makes it an ideal vacation spot for the family.
Furthermore, the beach has softer sand in comparison to beaches on the other end of Mauritius. This is the reason it is always crowded as it is a favorable spot for soaking up the sun.
Location- Quatre Cocos, Flaccq
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Things to do in Mauritius’s Belle Beach
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• Windsurfing and sailing are perfect activities to do at Belle Mare beach
• Family picnic is another common thing to do here
• Couples love to walk and jog along the seashore of this beach due to its romantic appearance
• Foodies spend their day munching the heavenly desserts served at Barachois which is a floating restaurant
• Sports fanatics find pleasure in playing golf as this beach offers one of the best golf courses in Mauritius
How to reach– International travelers can land at the nearest Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam airport and take a bus to Belle Mare
2. Chamarel
Mauritius will show you a different side of the earth at Chamarel where the soil is more colorful than anywhere else in the world. The vibrant purple, orange, and pink colorful land give a splendid view.
Nobody knows how this unique seven-colored earth has formed. If you don’t believe such a unique geographical formation exists, then visit Chamarel and challenge your senses.
Location– Riviere Noire
Entry fee– INR 1500
Things to do
• Click this beautiful view in the camera as you are not allowed to touch the soil, watch it from a distance
• If you are visiting with kids then it is worth visiting the nearby children’s park. There are a wide range of tortoises
• Birdwatching will also be a fun activity to do here
How to reach- Buses run from anywhere in Mauritius to Chamarel but they are not direct. If you are in the capital city, Bus 120 will take you to Baie du Cap. From there change to Saint Anne Church via 5A bus, this is the nearest location to Chamarel.
3. Underwater Waterfall
One of the unseen places of the world is in Mauritius where the waterfall is within a sea. It is almost hard to believe the eyes but when seen from the sky, it looks like the ocean water is draining inwards. This dramatic optical illusion is created by the water currents.
Location- Le Morne Brabant peninsula
Things to do
• Climb the Le Morne Brabant Mountain and enjoy the calm scenery from the elevation
• Go for a helicopter ride to see this natural illusion
• Boat tours are available for those who wish to see the marine life of this island
• You can also engage in scuba diving, windsurfing, golf playing, and hiking
How to reach- Just drive to the Le Morne Brabant trail entrance to see this magic of nature
4. Black River Gorges National Park
Mauritius is home to several indigenous species like flying fox, rusa deer, Mauritius pink pigeon, gecko, and more. Few of them have already extinct and others are close to it. Black River Gorges National Park is an effort to preserve this diverse wildlife.
It is the largest and the only park on the island with dramatic views, tough terrains perfect for hiking, milky waterfalls, and dense forest.
Location- Plaine Champagne Rd, Chamarel
Entry fee- Zero
How to reach- Direct taxis and buses run to different entrances of this park from the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport.
5. Grand Bassin
Grand Bassin is the largest natural lake and has one of the holy places to visit in Mauritius for all Hindus. There is a temple on this Crater Lake which is known for the candy color statues of Hindu Gods. Lord Shiva’s statue is the main attraction here.
Apart from the evening rituals to attend which are the must-do things when in Mauritius, the temple also offers stunning views as it is surrounded by three sides with water and land at one side.
Location- Savanne
How to reach– Savanne is situated in the south of this island nation which is easily accessible from the top tourist places in Mauritius.
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6. Le Waterpark
This coral-reefs-filled island is not only for newlyweds and loves birds, it has several attractions and fun places for kids. Le Waterpark is one of those places to visit in Mauritius with family. Even adults will become kids enjoying the thrilling water slides and rides at this theme park.
Location- Quarte Cocos village, flacq
Timings- 10 am to 5:30 pm
Things to do
• Enjoy at wave pools, giant slides, inner tube rides, water cannons with family
• Dinner at the La Table des Pirates restaurant
How to reach – Public transport is available to the Quarte Cocos village from where the park is not too far.
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7. Botanical Garden Pamplemousses
Wrap up your trip with this last place in our list. This botanical garden will not disappoint you as it has colorful and unseen plants. The rare species of flora and fauna find their home in this 300-years-old garden.
Location- Pamplemousses
Timings- 08:30 am to 5:30 pm
Entry Fees– 200 MUR
How to reach– Take a taxi or rent a car from the SSR airport to the Pamplemousses
These things to do and places to visit in Mauritius will fill your adventure diary with memories you will never want to replace.