If love has a color, it must be Mauritius blue.
Mauritius is a happy paradise for children and a safe choice for parents.
Mauritius travel itinerary
• Suitable all year round: Mauritius has a tropical marine climate, which is warm and humid all year round with four distinct seasons. Summer (November to April) is the peak tourist season, with warm weather and plenty of sunshine, suitable for beach activities and water sports.
• Off-season Experience: Winter (May to October) is relatively cool with less precipitation, suitable for hiking and exploring nature.
Main attractions
1. Port Louis: The capital of Mauritius, with attractions such as the Blue Penny Museum, the Central Market and the Pamplemousses Botanical Garden.
• Central Market: Buy fresh produce, spices and handicrafts, and try Mauritian street food such as dholl puris (a type of flatbread) and roti.
• Pamplemousses Botanical Gardens: One of the oldest botanical gardens in the Southern Hemisphere, it features a variety of tropical plants and leisurely strolling tortoises.
2. Black River Gorges National Park: The largest national park in Mauritius, it is rich in flora and fauna, and offers hiking trips and views of canyons and waterfalls.
3. Île aux Cerfs: A beautiful island, famous for its clear waters and abundant water activities, it is a great place for snorkeling and diving.
4. Chamarel Seven Colored Earth Geopark: The soil here is in various colors, which is a unique natural landscape in Mauritius.
5. Casela Adventure Park: Suitable for family trips, where you can get close to animals such as zebras and ostriches, and experience four-wheel drive.
6. Le Morne: You can overlook the famous "underwater waterfall", which is actually a visual effect formed by seabed silt falling into the abyss.
Activities and Experiences
• Water Sports: Mauritius is a paradise for water sports, where you can try surfing, windsurfing, stand-up paddle boarding, snorkeling, diving, etc.
• Dolphin snorkeling: Take a speedboat out to sea to look for dolphins, then swim with the dolphins under the guidance of a professional guide and experience the joy of close contact with marine life.
• Sea Walk: Wear a helmet filled with oxygen, walk on the seabed and admire the underwater world.
• Cultural experience: Participate in a Sega dance performance and experience the unique cultural charm of Mauritius.
Food recommendations
• Mauritian curry: Made with a variety of spices, it has a strong flavor and is a traditional local delicacy.
• Rougaille: A Creole dish made with tomatoes, garlic, ginger and onions.
• dholl puri: A flatbread often eaten with curry.
• Seafood: The seafood in Mauritius is very fresh and can be tasted in various cooking methods in local restaurants.
Accommodation suggestions
• Beach resorts: If you want to enjoy the beach and water activities, you can choose to stay in resorts near beaches such as Flic-en-Flac and Belle Mare.
• City Hotels: If you are more interested in city culture and shopping, you can stay in Port Louis.
Notes
• Currency exchange: It is recommended to exchange some local currency, rupees, for use in small shops and markets.
• Sunscreen and mosquito repellent: The sun in Mauritius is very strong, so you should pay attention to sunscreen and mosquito repellent when doing outdoor activities.
• Water Activity Safety: When participating in water activities, follow the guidance of professional coaches and pay attention to safety.
I hope this itinerary can help you better plan your trip to Mauritius and enjoy this beautiful island country in the Indian Ocean.