12 Excellent Places To Explore In Mauritius

By Author: Deepak Nangla
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Mauritius is a beautiful island nation located in the Indian Ocean. The island is best known for its pristine beaches, coral reefs, and a rich variety of flora and fauna which could be best explored at its biological reserves and national parks. So here we have come up with a list of 12 excellent places that visitors can include in their Mauritius travel itinerary:

Dutch Ruins - Visitors on their all-inclusive Mauritius holidays can visit Vieux Grand Port to explore the historic ruins of first Dutch fortifications. The port also happens to be the oldest settlement in the island.

The Bazaar of Port Louis - One can easily savor some delectable local snacks and fresh tropical fruits at this vibrant market in the Mauritian capital city. Visitors can also buy the traditional “goni” basket sold at numerous shops here.

Ile aux Cerfs - Ile aux Cerfs is a paradise for water sports with some excellent beach settings. Visitors exploring its beautiful beaches can also take a boat ride to the nearby Trou-d'Eau Douce village for some mouth-watering sea food.

The Triolet Shivala - Triolet, the longest island in Mauritius, is home to the iconic Maheswarnath Temple. This majestic Hindu temple was built in 1819 in the honor of Hindu deities.

Rochester Falls - Rochester Falls on the Savanne River is highly popular for its rectangular rocks from which the river water tumbles down over 33 feet to produce a majestic spectacle.

Mahebourg - Mahebourg on the Grand Port Bay is one of the major fishing villages in Mauritius. The village was founded in 1804 by the then French Governor Charles Decaen. Its Monday markets are the biggest of the kind organized in the island, and visitors can find some excellent Mauritian souvenirs and local handcrafts at this bustling open air market.

Blue Bay - Visit Blue Bay for the bluest waters and the most spectacular white sand beaches in Mauritius. Blue Bay also features a Marine Park and extensive snorkeling trips for visitors to explore the rich biodiversity of the region.

Yemen Reserve - Yemen Reserve in the western part of the island is a great venue to admire the rich Mauritian fauna and enjoy a cool local drink at one of its kiosks.

The Labourdonnais Orchards - One can discover a range of tropical fruit trees and colorful exotic flowers at these magnificent orchards. Visitors can also indulge in hiking or mountain biking from here.

Black River Gorges - Those planning their cheap Mauritius holidays can include this beautiful national park in their travel itinerary. This national park is meant for protection of remaining native forests and one can discover some majestic landscapes and endemic plants and rare bird species here.

Ganga Talao - This natural lake sits within the crater of an extinct volcano. And as a prominent Hindu pilgrimage site in Mauritius, it features a 108-feet-tall statue of Lord Shiva and numerous temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and other important Hindu deities. Visitors planning their all-inclusive Mauritius holidays can check local calendar for upcoming festive events at this site.

Flic en Flac - The long white sandy beach of Flic en Flac is a popular tourist spot offering excellent opportunities for scuba diving for adventure enthusiasts and classic sea food for food lovers.

There are a few more interesting places in this island nation that travellers may find worth visiting during their cheap Mauritius Holidays. These include the famous Balaclava Ruins, Souillac, Chamarel, Eureka, etc.

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