Things to do in Mauritius Island

Mauritius design your day private tour

Join this tour to design your perfect day in Mauritius, perfect for anyone coming with friends and family without having to stick to a tour agency's itinerary.

Mauritius Five Island Cataspeed Tour

Embark on a cataspeed tour. Snorkel at Blue Bay Marine Park, visit Ile au Phare, and relish a BBQ lunch at Ilot Mangénie.

Mauritius five island speedboat tour

Book the Mauritius five islands speedboat tour and enjoy the beautiful beaches and relaxing time on the islands.

Mauritius South Island Tour with Chamarel Geopark & Grand Bassin

Wild beauty abounds in Mauritius. But the island's colourful south is absolutely bursting with it. This tour takes you to a roll call of must-sees. Trou aux Cerfs volcano, a sacred lake, the seven-coloured earth of Chamarel and much more await. Sandya, one of our local guides, says, ‘The south is how I imagine my island was 400 years ago. I try to imagine how our animals lived, such as the giant tortoises and extinct dodo, and the now-protected luxuriant forests.'The fun kicks off at Trou aux Cerfs, a dormant volcano with a 90-metre-deep pine-studded crater. Next, we'll visit Voiliers de l'Océan, where artisans handcraft teak models of 18th century galleons. Laurna, another of our local guides, says, ‘It takes about 300 hours to complete a small boat of 70cm, while for larger boats about 1 to 3 months, depending on the size.' At the Takamaka winery, sample lychee wines and find out how discarded skins are used. This visit supports the employment of locals in a traditional business.Then, at Grand Bassin, a lake sacred to Hindus, you'll visit a temple and maybe offer prayers. A drive through Black River Gorges National Park takes you to a restaurant in Chamarel for a lunch made from locally sourced ingredients. Highlights in the park include the 100-metre drop Chamarel waterfalls and the seven-coloured earth of Chamarel. These barren volcanic dunes are surrounded by greenery.

Northern Mauritius tour with Sugar World and botanical garden

The north of Mauritius is awash with history, culture and nature – this trip dips into all three in the photogenic north of the island. Visiting Cap Malheureux village and Pamplemousse Gardens, you'll stop for lunch and a rum tasting experience before free time to shop in the Caudan city craft market. Jean, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Pamplemousse is a unique botanical garden, famous for its big pond full of giant water lilies, the largest leaves of which can support a weight of around 50 kilos.'The morning begins with a photo stop at the pretty village of Cap Malheureux, home to the iconic, red-roofed church of Notre-Dame Auxiliatrice, a bright contrast to the colours of the Indian Ocean beyond. Next, we'll take a trip to Pamplemousse Gardens – the oldest botanical gardens in the southern hemisphere. Explore more than 500 rare plant species sprouting among the shady palm avenues and spice plantations here, then head on to Sugarworld for lunch.This factory and museum won't just see you fed, it's also the place to be schooled in the sugar trade, its history and to sample some sugarcane. There's some special Mauritian rum to wash it all down with too. You'll also visit the Blue Penny Museum, where displays include the famous postage stamps of 1847. Rounding off, we'll head to the city of Port Louis for free time to shop the modern boutiques down at Caudan Waterfront or hit the historic quarter's old craft bazaar.

Île aux Cerfs Catamaran Cruise

Mauritius already looks like you're in paradise, this trip just adds to it. Aboard a swish catamaran, you'll discover the island's blue lagoons, thick jungle and powder-white beaches. Along the way, you'll enjoy lunch on board and have plenty of time to swim, snorkel or top up your tan.Casting off from port, you'll set sail down the east coast of Mauritius. This patch of Indian Ocean once played host to historic naval battles between 18th Century France and England. Nowadays, it's a treasure-trove of Insta-worthy snaps. Grab your camera as you cruise past backdrops of mountains, lagoons and hidden coves.Then, you'll tuck into a barbecue lunch before heading to Ile-aux Cerfs – translated in English as Deer Island. The deer disappeared some hundred years ago but you'll still find some of the best and most secluded beaches in Mauritius where you've free time to swim, snorkel or just spread out your towel and relax on the sand.

Mauritius dolphin and whale watching speedboat tour

Join this speedboat tour and spot wild dolphins and whales in their natural habitat in Mauritius. Enjoy the ride as you sightsee and go snorkeling near the reef.

45-minute scenic helicopter flight in Mauritius from North Helipad

Enjoy an helicopter tour in Mauritius and see some of its most iconic places: Le Morne Brabant, Underwater Waterfall and many more.

Casela Nature Parks entrance tickets with transfer

Casela nature parks entrance ticket where you can interact with wildlife.

Mauritius private south tour with Chamarel Geopark & Grand Bassin

Book this experience that includes Mauritius South Island private full-day tour where you can discover the most famous pilgrimage sites in Mauritius!

Mauritius 4x4 safari adventure at Bel Ombre Nature Reserve

Popular for its beautiful surroundings and unspoiled nature, the Tamarind falls (also known as 7 Cascades) is an astonishing albeit hard-to-reach area. Located over the west coast and over the Le Morne Mountain, the waterfall provides breathtaking views.

Mauritius Tamarind Falls hiking trip

Book your ticket for this guided tour to the Tamarind Falls in Mauritius! Enjoy beautiful surroundings and unspoiled nature on a half-day or full-day hike.