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Off The Beaten Track!
Trekking & hiking
Hiking and trekking are
the best ways to discover
Le Pouce Mountain and its
breathtaking view of Port
Louis, Le Morne, a UNESCO
World Heritage site or
the Black River Gorges’
ecosystem. The most daring
can also choose canyoning,
an adventure sport gaining
momentum in Mauritius.
cultural outings
Take a unique tour on foot in the City centre or by bicycle
around a former sugar estate to learn about the essence of
Mauritius, its hospitality and way of life.
horse racing
A day at the races at the Champ de Mars, the 2nd oldest
race course in the world is a fun experience
of another popular Mauritian pastime and a must for
betting enthusiasts!
under the sea
Explore the depths of
Mauritian waters, coral reefs
and shipwrecks in a unique
submarine or undersea walk.
Heritage Regattas
Heritage regattas are
exciting and colourful
monthly events giving
an insight into vintage
Mauritius.
Mauritius from the sky
Adrenaline seekers will not miss these unique opportunities to
admire the Island’s beauty from the air, whether sky diving,
flying over in an X-air amphibian seaplane or parasailing.
Helicopter passenger transfers or sightseeing tours are also
available for a breathtaking bird’s eye view of the island.
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TOP 10
The Essence of Mauritius: Its People
1
The natural beauty and diversity of Mauritius is
reflected in the warmth of its people. The richness
of their culture and heritage binds them together. The
Mauritian smile is genuine, natural and welcoming.
Sega Dancing
5
The local music
with its vibrant,
rhythmic, hip-undulating
African beat, getting one
moving irresistibly, is on
the UNESCO Intangible
Cultural Heritage list.
Mingling in
Port Louis
2
Experience the multicultural
buzz of the capital,
founded in 1735, amid its
historical and cultural buildings.
Not to miss: the vegetable,
spice and craft markets, the
Government House, the Port
Louis theatre and the Citadelle.
fantastic
Beaches
3
Mauritius has amazing
beaches of white
coral sand and lagoons of
crystal clear waters which
contrast vividly with the
black volcanic rocks of the
lush mountain backdrop.
The best spots include
Peyrébère, Flic-en-Flac, Le
Morne, Belle Mare, Blue
Bay and Ile aux Cerfs.
Water wonders
4
Water sports galore:
snorkelling, pedalo,
kayaking, skiing, sea
karting, surfing, stand up
paddle boarding, glass
bottom boat, scuba diving,
catamaran cruises and big
game-fishing.
Pamplemousses
Botanical Garden
6
Created over 300
years ago, the Garden
is the oldest in the Southern
Hemisphere with a plethora
of indigenous plants.
Chamarel
7
The unique volcanic
geological phenomenon
resulting in seven-coloured
earth at Chamarel is a
landmark not to be missed.
Drive along the scenic
Chamarel to Baie du Cap
road.
The Art of Sugar,
Rum, Tea & vanilla
8
See how sugar cane
is crushed to make
sugar or distilled to make
international award-winning
rums. Visit traditional tea
fields and learn about tea
blends. Don’t forget to
take home some Mauritian
vanilla, amongst the best in
the world.
Cultural
Heritage Sites
9
Our two UNESCO
World Heritage sites
Aapravasi Ghat and Le
Morne are well worth
visiting, as well as the Vieux
Grand Port heritage route
with its interesting historical
monuments including the
Dutch landing site.
culinary
experience
10
Mauritius is perfect
for foodies from
Michelin-starred chefs fine
dining to enticing street food.
Experience the vast array
of restaurants and try the
delicate heart of palm salad.
Travelling
with kids
zipping away
Mauritius is a great place to travel
with children. Mauritians simply
love kids and it shows! The island’s
world-class resorts and fabulous
beaches will keep young ones
entertained. Amusement parks and
museums also offer memorable
experiences.
Zip line your way and take in
the breathtaking surroundings
and magnificent views of the
forest canopy. For the more
adventurous, Mauritius has
the longest zip lines in the
Indian Ocean.
At home
with dolphins
An early morning one-to-one
experience with marine life
makes for a stunning and
unforgettable experience.
heritage
A glimpse of the past
and there’s something for
everyone: the Blue Penny
Museum, the National
History Museum, the
Mahebourg Naval Museum
and the Fort Frederick
Hendrick.
Feeding giraffes
& walking with
lions
Have you ever met and
fed giraffes or walked with
lions? Mauritius is the place
to visit! Whether you are
looking for an adrenaline
rush or a gentle escapade,
Mauritius has something in
store for everyone.
MEETING 100-YEAR
OLD TORTOISEs
Making friends with these massive
centenarians is a moving experience. Watch
Mauritian Kestrels, Pink Pigeons and
bright hued Macaws,... But beware, there
are also 1,500 Nile crocodiles around!!!
Take a picture of a baby crocodile in
your hand, a unique souvenir!
Crispier air and humidity
at its lowest from May to
September, making it a
superb time to travel.
The multi-course Golf Pass gives access to 8 of the island’s finest courses
and savings of up to 40% off the normal rate from 1st May to 30th September.
May to September,
the Best time to…
True, it is winter in Mauritius but the weather
is mild and balmy. The intense heat has given
way to more pleasant temperatures of around
20°C, ideal for sun sensitive people.
Kite-Surfing, Windsurfing and Surfing
Le Morne with its world-renowned One
Eye spot and the East coast are havens
for kite and wind-surfing while Tamarin is
‘the place’ for surfing.
Sugar cane blossoms
As the sugar cane ripens, most
of the country is covered with the
translucent, silver hue of the cane
blossoms.
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discounts of up to 30%.
international sports
Living a local Wedding
Mauritius is a honeymoon destination
par excellence. Mauritian weddings
are lavish and colourful and the local
wedding season is in full swing. Why
not join the party or even plan your
own wedding?
With weather conditions more
conducive to intense sports, Mauritius
is host to high level international tennis,
rugby and marathon events.
CELEBRATE RELIGIOUS
FESTIVALS
Discover colourful Ganesh Chaturthi,
the pilgrimage to Père Laval’s shrine
or other religious activities taking
place during this period.
If you like…
Temples,
churches,
pagodas &
mosques
Everyone in Mauritius prays
in his own way. Every street
has this divine presence, with
temples, churches, mosques
and pagodas. Temples at
Grand Bassin, Chinese
pagodas, the Kailason Tamil
temple, the Jummah Mosque
in Port Louis and the Coin
de Mire Church are the most
popular among tourists.
Art & Culture
Visit the Institute of
Contemporary Art Indian
Ocean, the Café des Arts
where art lovers meet or
watch Vaco at work in his
garden. Street art can also be
admired in Port Louis. There
are numerous art galleries
and pop up art installations
throughout the year.
spa & wellness
Mauritian award-winning
spas encompass everything
from exclusive treatments to
holistic therapies and all types
of massages.
Shopping
From the hustle and bustle
of local folkloric markets to
retailtainment in the trendiest
malls, the choice is yours.
History
Mauritius is steeped in history.
The Arabs then the Portuguese
used it as a base for fresh
water and food. The Dutch
were the first settlers. The
French arrived in 1722,
replaced by the British who
established a colony in
1810. Independence was
proclaimed in 1968.
Architecture
Mauritian architecture ranges
from colonial buildings,
thatched roofed beach
houses, Creole style houses,
resort hotels and high-end
luxury villas to the most
modern and sustainable
buildings in the Cybercity.
Environment
Protecting wildlife at Ile aux
Aigrettes and neighbouring
islets, hiking through endemic
forests, e-biking and ecofriendly Segway tours. There
are several nature sanctuaries
around the island.
Top Events May - September 2016
Ref.
Event
Type
Date
Description
1
Royal Raid
Sports Event
07 May
Eleventh edition of this trail run which leads the participants inside our island to discover
unforgettable tropical sceneries.
2
Afrasia Mauritius Golf
Open
Global Focus Event
12-15 May
Second edition of the first ever tri-sanctioned golf tournament endorsed by the
Sunshine European and Asian tour at the Four Seasons Golf Club at Anahita.
3
Festival Passe Portes
Cultural Event
24-29 May
Third edition of the theatre and music festival which will be held at the "Theatre Serge
Constantin" and "Club Med Albion"
4
Radio One Trail
Sports Event
28 May
First edition of the Radio One trail offering a unique 10km race in the middle of an
exceptional flora within the magnificent settings of " La Vallée des Couleurs".
5
Mary Pierce Indian
Ocean Series
Sports Event
13 - 26 June
Second edition of this tennis event held in Mauritius under the International Tennis
Federation (ITF) Pro Circuit. It allows young players to become more resilient and compete
at higher levels.
6
World Club10s Rugby
Global Focus Event
18-19 June
Top rugby clubs from across the World will participate in the first edition of this event in
Mauritius.
7
Surfski Week - Mauritius
Ocean Classic
Sports Event
26 June -02
July
Eighth edition of this event which placed Mauritius on the international map of Surfski
(ocean kayak) which is a very popular sport in Australia, South Africa and USA and
gaining popularity in Europe.
8
Rodrigues Kitesurf
festival and World
Championship under
IFKO
Sports Event
4-10 July
Kitesurf competition which attracts international participants in Rodrigues island.
9
Ultra Trail Raidlight
Beachcomber - UTRB
Sports Event
9-10 July
Third edition of Ultra Trail Raidlight Beachcomber is a truly unique trail running event, set
in the tropical paradise island of Mauritius.
10
Mauritius Marathon
Sports Event
17 July
Mauritius Marathon is a fantastic challenge which takes place along one of the most
beautiful coast of Mauritius.
11
Kiteival
Sports Event
18-27 July
Kitesurf event allows riders to kite on all the best spots of the island.
12
YOGIO Festival
Wellness
18-27 July
Launch of the international festival of yoga for the Indian Ocean by the organisers of
the famous international festival of yoga to culminate in a world-class event in 2017.
13
Mauritius Attitude
Freeride Challenge
Sports Event
2-7 Aug
Indian Ocean Windsurf & Kitesurf Championship teams from South Africa, Seychelles,
Reunion Island, France, China, United Kingdom & Australia compete with the best local
riders.
14
Tour de Maurice
Sports Event
24-28 Aug
An international cycling event with participation from Reunion Island, Seychelles, France,
Kenya, South Africa and Switzerland amongst others.
15
Rum Week
Gastronomy Event
Aug (TBC)
This event celebrates the Mauritian expertise in distilling rum and is organised in
collaboration with the Association of Rum Distillers of Mauritius.
16
Maiden Cup
Sports Event
04 Sept
The highlight of the horse racing calendar at Champs de Mars
17
Père Laval
Cultural Event
09 Sept
A spiritual pilgimage to the shrine of Père Laval attracting visitors all from all parts of the
island and neighbouring countries.
18
MCB Indian Ocean
Amateur golf
competition
Sports Event
16 Sept
MCB Indian Ocean Amateur Golf is the only event in the region that
qualifies amateurs to enter an international competition.
19
Mauritius Coast to Coast
MTB Challenge
Sports Event
23-25 Sept
15th edition of the cycling event by CRA World Events Management which attracts both
local and international participants (South Africa, Reunion Island and France).
20
International Fireworks
contest
Leisure Event
Sept (TBC)
Second edition of this pyrotechnic festival will be held at Le Constance Prince Maurice on
the East coast of the island.
While all due attention has been given to the preparation of this brochure and calendar of events, the MTPA cannot be held responsible for any
inaccuracy in its contents. Please visit www.mauritius365.mu for the updated calendar of events. TBC: Dates to be confirmed on the website.