Plan Your Travel To Mauritius
Places To Visit In Mauritius
Surya Oudaya Sangam Temple
Mauritius is well-known for being the perfect beach holiday destination, and Grand Baie, one of its most popular tourist hangouts, practically has the title of being a tropical island retreat with white sand beaches stretching for miles and glittering azure water as far as your eyes can see. However, with all its idyllic laid-back tropical vibe and its tranquil aura, Grand Baie is a lot more than just that. It has all the vibrancy and bustle you would expect from a picturesque town thriving by the sea, and like almost any other place in Mauritius, Grand Baie also has plenty of history attached to it.
With a massive influx of Indians following the abolition of slavery in Mauritius, Indian tradition and culture have become deeply ingrained in the lifestyle of the island, and this is evident in the numerous temples that can be seen scattered throughout the country. One of the most visited temples on the western side of the island is the Surya Oudaya Sangam Temple in Grand Baie.
Source
Read More
Tamarin Beach
Located in Tamarin, Tamarin Beach is one of the most impressive beaches in Mauritius. The interesting mix of verdant hues, turquoise water and powdery soft sand makes this beach perfect for relaxation and sunbathing. Tamarin Beach is usually thronged by upmarket locals and vacationers who do not prefer crowded beaches.
It was previously known as the Surfer Beach because of its popularity among surfers in the 70s. Even today, Tamarin Beach is a surfers’ paradise and is reputed as the best beach in the country for surfing and bodyboarding. Its two main surfing points are Black Stone and Dal. Even the locals consider it a privilege to surf at these spots. Another highlight is the dolphins that can be frequently seen near the beach. Boat tours are organised that allow tourists to see and swim with the dolphins. As there are no hotels close to the beach, this place remains fairly empty. However, there are a few stalls that sell refreshments and beverages for people hanging at the beach.
Source
Things to do1. SurfingTamarin Beach is one of the hottest surfing destinations in Mauritius since the 1970s. Surfers from every corner of the country come here to surf its beautiful waves. Winter is considered the best time to surf in the sparkling water of the Tamarin Beach. Other water activities include bodyboarding, speedboat rides, cataraman tour, stand up paddling and kayaking. The two main surfing spots on the beach are known as ‘Dal’ (to the south), and ‘Black Stone’ (to the North), and with the beach generally staying mostly empty all day long, you can choose to surf the waves at any given point in the day.
Source
2. Dolphin watchingWatching and swimming with the dolphins is the most loved activity for tourists and locals alike. These boat tours usually take place early in the morning when there is a higher probability of getting face to face with the marine creatures. The two types of dolphins that can be seen in Mauritian water include Bottlenose and Spinners.3. Watching the SunsetTamarin Beach is also ideal for lazing and relaxation. Admire the charm of the picturesque Black River backdrop while watching the sunset or enjoy an evening stroll with friends or family. This beach has it all.
Source
Food and RestaurantsSeveral restaurants in Tamarin Bay serves drool-worthy food. One of the coolest places is the Frenchie Cafe that specialises in quick bites and Sunday brunch. For take away, there is no better deli than Chez Philippe that serves local dishes with a creative twist. Another must-visit eatery is the Hidden Garden. This tapas bar has a poolside seating arrangement and is mainly known for its lunch and dinner delicacies. For Italian speciality, one must explore Al Dente. It is perfect for a virtual Italy trip.How to reachDrive south through the coastal inland road from Flic en Flac for approximately 20 minutes to reach the beach.Tips1. The best time to visit Tamarin Beach is early in the morning2. The waves are big and unpredictable. Children should avoid swimming here
Read More
Tamarind Waterfalls
Being a tropical island, Mauritius is home to not just beaches and lagoons, but a vast number of rivers and associated lakes, rivulets, and waterfalls as well. Being a popular tourist destination, the abundant natural attractions of the island might not be as untainted and untouched as they were even twenty years ago, but they’re still a sight for sore eyes. There are plenty of waterfalls scattered all over the island, and one of the most popular falls on the southwestern side of Mauritius is the Tamarind Falls.
Source
Located near the tiny fishing village of Henrietta, Tamarind Falls (also known as Tamarin Falls), is an extremely well-known tourist destination, which despite being a little hard to reach, is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Mauritius, famous for its breathtaking surroundings and its immaculate ambience. The origin of the Tamarind Waterfalls is the Rivière Tamarin, which cascades its way down the entirety of the southwestern Mauritian landscape, giving rise to several different waterfalls along the way. Tamarind Falls stands at the height of around 300 metres, making it the highest waterfall all across Mauritius. The Tamarind Waterfalls by itself is a collection of seven different waterfalls, with multiple spots from where you can jump down into the deep pool below, making it a haven for adventure enthusiasts. With dense green vegetation all around, Tamarind falls a perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of the more crowded and touristy beaches of Mauritius.
Source
If you love hiking or abseiling, a trip to the Tamarind Waterfalls is a must for you. There are two tours on offer for tourists: a full day hike and a half-day hike, with the full-day hike being the most opted for. The hikes start at the base of the canyon of the Tamarin Falls, moving on to the hydro-electric power station and reservoir that is operated using the energy generated from the waterfalls, and then hiking your way up to the top of the waterfalls, from where you can jump or abseil your route down, whichever you want. The entire hike is supervised by guides who will help you along the whole way. Being almost surrounded by greenery, there are a vast variety of exotic and indigenous plants and shrubs that you can see as you make your way up to the top of the falls. The hike is not a particularly hard one, so it’s quite easy for even newbies and inexperienced hikers to avail of the trek to the top of the falls. The hike takes you through extreme dense parts of forests, where you can witness a vast variety of exotic flora and fauna that you will not find anywhere else on the island.Even though there are plenty of waterfalls in Mauritius, the Tamarind Waterfalls are unique, not just in that it’s the highest waterfall all across the island, but also because of its stunning beauty and its pleasant ambience that you will not forget anytime soon in a hurry.
Read More
The Rhumerie De Chamarel
Mauritius is bestowed with numerous unique attractions and destinations that have caught the attention of hundreds and thousands of tourists from all over the world; one of the most excellent examples being the Rhumerie de Chamarel.
Source
It is a restaurant and rum distillery, enjoying a favourable location in one of the most visited tourist destinations towards the south-western part of Mauritius - Coloured Earths of Chamarel. This eco-friendly estate is spread out over an area of 300 metres above the coast and houses an agricultural plantation, beginning with the lines of sugarcane plantations along with pineapples and other tropical fruits growing on both sides of the road leading to the Rhumerie.
The Distillery
The Rhumerie de Chamarel is reputed as one of the rarest active distilleries with its sugarcane cultivation. It is primarily used for the production and manufacturing of the Chamarel wines after being exclusively selected and carefully grown as a result of which it achieves the excellent quality, which they would like to keep as a secret. The crop is never burned even after being harvested by hand, that mainly takes place from between July to December. The Master Blender has to trace and identify the various types of crops and then separating the lots for the Old Rums and the White Rums.To preserve the authentic aroma and maintain the freshness of the harvested sugarcane, it is transferred to the Distillery within 4 hours. The first step in the production process is the filtration of the pressed sugarcane juice, followed by its transfer to the 25 Hectolitre stainless steel vats where the alcoholic fermentation begins. Another secret lies here regarding the usage of selected yeasts and adhering to controlled and well-supervised parameters to develop the unique combination of this aromatic beverage.
Source
Furthermore, the Distillery is equipped with some distillation techniques, all credits going to the modern technology and devices. The White Rum is distilled is a specially designed Barbet plate column made of copper which separates the heads, heart and tail and ensures a top quality output. Two 20 Hectolitre copper stills are used for the Double Distillation Rum and following this technique helps in achieving an outstanding finesse. It's quite an unusual method involved in the production of Rum, which gives a unique output.Once the distillation process is completed, the rum is then stocked in stainless steel vats for six months where it undergoes a slow and gradual reduction in its alcoholic aspects which is very important to acquire the necessary fullness in its taste. Next comes the most vital part, the ageing. After a portion of White Rum is transferred to the cellars, they are stored in a permutation and combination of different barrels, ovals, casks, American and French oak for a period of at least 18 months to up to 3 to 6 years and it allows the rum to attain the ideal texture, aroma and colour.
The Guided Tour
The most significant feature of the Rhumerie de Chamarel is that it is designed in such a way that it promotes a comprehensive tourism experience for those who visit the premises. The building was created so harmoniously by the famous Mauritian architect that it blends with its surroundings perfectly. You get a natural feeling from the stone, wood and water in the vicinity and make it one of the most beautiful factories in the world. The experienced guides who are fluent in both English and French will take you on a guided tour and get you acquainted with the behind the scenes of the Rhumerie where the actual rum making process takes place. They will give you a detailed explanation of the different techniques used throughout the production process in the distillery.One of the major highlights of the guided tour is the Rum tasting which is scheduled at the end of the trip. You are offered with a unique selection of agricultural rums, which is made different than the traditionally produced rum from the distillation of molasses; agrarian rum is a result of a distilled pure cane juice. In the course of your rum tasting, you can choose from the White Rum, Chamarel Liquors, Coeur de Chauffe, the Old Rum and other exotic flavoured rums.The speciality of the Rhumerie de Chamarel is that they emphasis mainly on high quality and eco-friendly production of the agricultural rum. The sophisticated process beginning with growing the plants, harvesting them, and going all throughout its fermentation and distillation is handled acutely by skilled professionals to maintain uniformity in its quality. They also focus on sustainable development and environmental measures such as recycling and nothing is wasted throughout the entire process. The residue remained after the extraction of the cane juice is used as an energy source, the fumes are well filtered before putting it out into the atmosphere, the ashes produced from the burning is used as a fertiliser and is spread throughout the fields.
Source
The guided tour generally lasts for 30 to 40 minutes, but you are always free to visit the two other segments other than the distillery:
Sugarcane Spirit Shop
You get a chance to buy beautiful products and authentic drinks like the local rum produced within the distillery. Other than that, you can also go for the various Mauritian crafts and jewels and choose according to your likes from the exclusive line of clothing that is created by the Rhumerie itself. All of these items can serve as an excellent souvenir too!
Source
Restaurant L'Alchimiste
Tickle your taste buds with the unique Mauritian cuisine in the L'Alchimiste restaurant featuring dishes that are prepared from the locally harvested ingredients from that estate. You can enjoy the breathtaking views of the mountains and plantations surrounding the property while savouring the exotic delicacies like palm hearts accompanied by the excellent wine imported from France.So come and visit this extraordinary place in Mauritius and indulge yourself with all the information and entertainment related to the rum making process at Rhumerie de Chamarel!
Read More
Tour to Ile aux Chats and Hermitage Island
The paradise island of Mauritius – what makes it such an enticing holiday destination is its privileged location in the Indian Ocean. Other than the beaches and resorts, there are some small islands within close vicinity. Two of them being Ile aux Chats and Hermitage Island. Treat yourself with a day trip to these small islands, indulge in pure relaxation, and enjoy the clear blue lagoons and its remarkable beauty.
Known for being the colony of Noddies birds, the Ile aux Chats is a nature reserve. Ile aux Chats is famous as ‘Cat Island’ among the tourists for its snorkelling and diving sites, surrounded by the coral reefs. The calm water of the lagoon is home to abundant marine life with colourful sea creatures.
Cat IslandSource
Read More
Triolet
Triolet is a village located in northern Mauritius in the Pamplemousses district. It is situated around 11km from Port Louis. Located amidst green sugarcane fields, Triolet offers scenic attractions like Trou Aux Biches, Mont-Choisy, and Grand Baie. Some exotic temples like Maheswarnath Mandir and ISKCON Hare Krishna Temple are also located here.
Solitude Lake, Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden, Citadel, Citron Waterfall, and Blue Penny Museum can be visited on a trip to Triolet. It also boasts of a good nightlight with a few casinos and nightclubs. Besides these, Triolet also has spas and wellness centres, which reflect the perfect amalgamation of traditional and holistic methods of healing therapies. The best time to visit Triolet is between May to December, when the weather is ideal for outdoor activities with cold winds and a sunny sky.
Read More
Trou Aux Biches
A small town with a public beach situated on the North-Western coast of Mauritius, Trou aux Biches is a much-loved tourist destination. Literally translating to 'Deer's Watching Hole', Trou aux Biches, with its beachside hotels and classy restaurants bars is the most frequented tourist towns in Mauritius. It is also home to one of Mauritius's best beaches with the same name, which is also internationally acclaimed having won the World's Leading Beach Destination at the World Travel Awards of 2011.
Source
Read More
Trou Aux Cerfs
Trou Aux Cerfs is a dormant volcano, one of the four in Mauritius. Also called Murr's Volcano, it is located in the Curepipe area and is one of Mauritius's most famous natural tourist attractions. The volcanic crater is 650 metres above sea level and has a depth of 100 metres. It is surrounded by dense green forest and offers a stunning panoramic view of the Rempart Mountain, Trois Mamelles, and the Port-Louis- Moka mountain range.
Trou Aux Cerfs is famous not just because of its inward view but because of its outside view as well because one look out towards the ocean gives you a panoramic 360 degree of the entire island and the miles of water surrounding it. The bowl of the crater is densely forested, and it is a favourite hangout for walkers and joggers. It is believed that this volcano erupted once and has since remained dormant for the last 700000 years.
Read More
Trou d'Argent Beach
Located in Rodrigues Island, the Trou d'Argent is undoubtedly one of Mauritius' top and most beautiful places to visit.
White sands, clear blue waters, and rocks for a sturdy backdrop, the beach is definitely a sight to behold. The beach is a favourite place among visitors and locals alike for the most amazing day out in the sun, splashing around in the water and lazing around in the sand. Go snorkelling, and witness the beauty of the underwater life!
This serene location is definitely one to check out, and spend a few hours at just kicking back and relaxing.
Read More
Trou d'Eau Douce
Trou d’ Eau Douce – the tourist hub of eastern Mauritius. With several beaches lined up, it has a breathtaking scenic beauty. And the best part is that Ile Aux Cerf, the most sought after beach of Mauritius is at a stone’s throw from here. Trou d'Eau Douce has a long history attached to it with settlers setting their camp here as early as the 17th century. Today, there are small cafes, food and juice stalls. You can easily spend a day here on the beaches for leisure at a reasonable price.
Read More
Mauritius Travel Packages
View All Travel Packages Mauritius
Nearby Places Mauritius
Browse Package Collections
Browse Hotel Collections
