Visit Enchanting Mauritius in 2017
Mauritius is a beautiful and intriguing island located in the Indian Ocean. The island features a unique blend of British, Indian, French and African cultures, and is a popular vacation destination for visitors of all ages and from all parts of the world. Although its beauty is outstanding, the island offers vacationers much more than luxurious accommodations and golden sand. You will find there is a wide variety of activities and attractions in which to indulge, all of which will serve to make your stay exciting and memorable.
Picturesque Mauritius
Watersports, Land Attractions, and Sightseeing
If you enjoy physical activity, you may wish to participate in sports such as snorkeling, swimming, hiking or para-sailing. If you prefer a more laid-back vacation, a guided tour where wild animals and birds can be seen in their natural habitat is ideal. If you are planning a trip to this enchanting part of the world, you may also wish to consider the following:
Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Gardens
Named in honor of the island’s former prime minister, the Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Gardens deserve a place on your must-see. You can choose to participate in a guided tour, or simple wander through the gardens at you own pace. Dating back to the 1800s, the gardens feature an eclectic array of flowers, trees, grasses and herbs, as well as the island’s celebrated Eucalyptus trees.
Summer in Mauritius
Additional Attractions
Other attractions for which tours are available include the Blue Penny Museum, where ancient nautical equipment used by 15th century sailors can be viewed, or Captain Nemo’s Undersea Walk, during which you wear a weight belt that allows you to walk along the floor of the ocean. The Domaine Les Pailles theme park, located a few miles outside the island’s capital of Port Louis, is another ideal location where you can spend the day. Once a sugar plantation, the park offers a wide variety of rides, attractions and cultural activities.
Roads Less Traveled
Mauritius is an ideal vacation destination for travelers of all ages and from all walks of life. Whether you want to learn about a different culture, participate in sports, sightsee, or simply relax and unwind, you will not be disappointed with what you find on Mauritius.