7 must-do Mauritian adventures

Posted on 22 January 2020

If you’re planning a trip to the paradise island of Mauritius then you might be surprised to learn that the island is much more than a pretty spot in which to stretch out your beach towel. There are loads of remarkable places on the island, where you can find adventure.

Air Mauritius shares its list of the most memorable adventures for travellers who are headed to Mauritius.

1. Picnic in the Black River Gorges National Park

There’s no setting more perfect for a picnic than this National Park, which features waterfalls, forests and gorgeous trails.

 

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2. Scuba, snorkel or enjoy a glass-bottom boat ride at the Blue Bay Marine Park

The Blue Bay Marine Park is home to more than 50 different species of coral, and a host of other incredible sea creatures, making it the perfect place to explore the amazing reefs of Mauritius.

 

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3. Taste Mauritius’s world-famous street food at the Port Louis markets

If you’re food-obsessed, then you simply can’t visit Mauritius without tasting the Dhal Puri, Boulettes or Gajak that are best prepared by the street food vendors in the Port Louis markets.

 

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4. Take a hike up Le Pouce

Le Pouce (or The Thumb) is the third-highest peak in Mauritius, but the hike is manageable even for novice hikers. The view from the top is breath-taking and offers you unrivalled views of the nearby Moka range of mountains.

Read: 6 fantastic hikes in Mauritius

 

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5. Visit the Chateau Labourdonnais for an extraordinary rum-making experience

The Chateau Labourdonnais has been in the Wiehe family for almost two centuries. Today, visitors to the refurbished estate can take a stroll through its picture-perfect gardens, shop at its gift store or nursery, or take in a rum-making class at its on-site distillery (which has won medals for its rums).

 

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6. Get lost on the Ile des Deux Cocos

The Ile des Deux Cocos is a small, private island just off the coast of Mauritius. Book yourself into one of the island’s exclusive resort villas for a dreamy stay. Or perhaps take a day-trip to the island, to experience a little tropical island luxury.

 

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7. Feel like Alice in Wonderland, at the Curious Corner of Chamarel

The Curious Corner of Chamarel is an extraordinary gallery, featuring interactive optical illusions and games that will make you feel like you’ve dived down a Wonderland rabbit-hole. The gallery’s garden café is a great spot for tea (whether you’re a mad hatter, or not).

 

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Also read: Family time in Mauritius

 

 

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