What to Do in Mauritius ? The Must-Sees
From lagoons to mountains: our pick of activities and excursions to experience at least once.
Mauritius is about far more than its beaches: between boat excursions, lush nature, Creole culture and underwater worlds, there's plenty to fill a holiday. Here's our pick of the must-see activities — with pride of place for outings at sea, the finest way to discover the island.
The sea outings not to be missed
- Île aux Cerfs and its turquoise lagoon
- Swimming with dolphins on the west coast
- Île aux Bénitiers and Crystal Rock
- A catamaran cruise with a barbecue
- Snorkeling at Blue Bay or Bénitiers
On land: nature and culture
Round off your days at sea with the waterfall and the Seven Coloured Earths of Chamarel, the Black River Gorges National Park, the Pamplemousses garden, the hike up Le Morne Brabant (UNESCO-listed) and the colourful markets of Port-Louis and Mahébourg.
Frequently asked questions
What's the best activity to do in Mauritius ?
For many visitors, the outing at sea (a catamaran to an islet, swimming with dolphins) is the highlight of the holiday. Round it off with Chamarel, Le Morne and the local markets for a well-balanced trip.
What to do in Mauritius with the family ?
Catamaran outings, the glass-bottom boat at Blue Bay, Île aux Cerfs and snorkeling in a calm lagoon are perfect with children. The Pamplemousses garden and Casela also delight the little ones.
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