SITES TO VISIT
Discover this magnificent and secret island, with many amazing sites that you can visit during your stay. Visit Mauritius and discover our selection of best tours, excursions and activities.
GRAND BASSIN (The Sacred Lake in Mauritius)
Discover the Grand Bassin also known as Ganga Talao. It is a small sacred lake formed in the crater of an ancient volcano located in Savanne district 550 meters above sea level. Grand Bassin is a place of worship for the Hindu community. Every year, Hindus of the island go on pilgrimage to honor the God Shiva.
TROU AUX CERFS
The Trou aux Cerfs is a volcanic crater about 300 meters in diameter and 80 meters deep located in the middle of the central plateau in Mauritius. This extinct volcano which dominates the small town of Curepipe is protected with a small lake and lush vegetation, made up of tall pines and other tropical plant species.
THE BLUE PENNY MUSEUM
The Blue Penny is a marvelous museum dedicated to history and art located at Caudan Waterfront in Port Louis. This museum was established in November 2001 by The Mauritius Commercial Bank Ltd and exhibits some prestigious and unique collections, which are true testimony of the historical wealth of Mauritius. These collections include postage stamps, paintings, sculptures, documents on Mauritian history and many others.
HIKING TRAIL - THE BLACK RIVER GORGES NATIONAL PARK
The Black River Gorges National Park is located in the south-west of Mauritius. It is well-known for its climate, waterfalls, magnificent views and hiking trails. Each year, thousands of visitors come to discover the real beauty of Mauritian nature. The Black River Gorges allow hikers, nature lovers and ornithologists to discover the preserved and wild nature of this park.
TAMARIN CASCADES
The Tamarin Cascades are one of the most spectacular and popular natural sites of Mauritius. They are known as the Seven Cascades and this site is located in the south-west of Mauritius on the high plateau.
Enjoy a beautiful hike at the Tamarin Cascades with family or friends and discover the splendid views of the mountains, rivers, forests and waterfalls. During this hike, you will appreciate the beauty of the nature reserve and contemplate the scenery and the wonderful waterfalls. It is essential to be accompanied by a qualified guide who will be at your disposal to make you discover this exceptional site.
PAMPLEMOUSSES BOTANICAL GARDEN
The Pamplemousses Botanical Garden is one of the most visited tourist sites of Mauritius. This garden of several hectares is located in Pamplemousses in the north of Mauritius. It is the first tropical garden created in the world by the famous French Botanist Pierre Poivre. It now bears the name of Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam, a former Prime Minister of Mauritius.
The Pamplemousses Botanical Garden has 600 plants species including a hundred different varieties of palms, spices garden, magnificent baobabs, native and medicinal plants, aquatic plants such as giant water lilies, flat-water lilies, Lotus and water hyacinths. You will also discover animals such as the Java deer and the giant tortoises of the Seychelles.
A visit is necessary in this magnificent park with rare species! The services of a guide are strongly recommended.
LA MAISON CRÉOLE EUREKA
La Maison Eureka is a Creole house built in 1830. It is located in Moka in the center of Mauritius. It is an elegant Creole residence of the colonial era and is a great place to discover the past life. The house is completely renewed with ancient furniture and photos. The house also has a beautiful garden surrounded by waterfalls of the Moka River. Since 1986, La Maison Eureka is open to the public as a museum by its new owners.
MAURITIUS AQUARIUM
The Mauritius Aquarium is located in the northwest of the island in Pointe aux Piments village. This Aquarium is home to several hundred marine species such as different varieties of fish, shellfishes, turtles and sharks.
Visit the Mauritius Aquarium and enjoy a moment of relaxation with your family!
LA VANILLE RÉSERVE DES MASCAREIGNES
La Vanille Réserve des Mascareignes is a zoological park created in 1985. This park is located in the south of Mauritius, near Rivière des Anguilles village. Discover its tropical forest of palm trees, banana trees and bamboos and you’ll find geckos, monkeys, deer, iguanas, mongooses, bats and giant tortoises. You will come across crocodiles and caimans. Do not forget to visit the insectarium which includes several species of butterflies and insects.
La Vanille Réserve des Mascareignes is ideal to spend a great day with family or friends!
L'AVENTURE DU SUCRE
L’Aventure du Sucre is a museum located in the heart of an old sugar factory that traces the history of Mauritius and its sugar cane. This museum is located in Pamplemousses on the north coast of Mauritius. Pamplemousses is located between Port Louis and Grand Bay. An extraordinary expedition awaits you and this visit takes you to the discovery of history and cultures of Mauritius.
You can extend your visit by tasting sugar cane, special sugars to different perfumes and rums for the enthusiasts. Products can even be bought in l’Aventure du Sucre shop.
If you are residing in the area, do not hesitate to visit us!
