Description

Mauritius is an island nation situated off the southeast shore of the African continent within the Indian Ocean. It is a volcanic island of palm-fringed beaches and lagoons with coral reefs adjoining most of the coastline.

CLIMATE OF MAURITIUS
Mauritius enjoys a mild tropical maritime climate during the whole year. The country has 2 seasons: a warm humid summer from November to April and a quite cool dry winter from June to September. The month of October and May are usually known as transition months.

CUISINE OF MAURITIUS
The cuisine of Mauritius is a blend of European,Chinese and Indian authorities in the history of Mauritius. Dishes from French cuisine have become very famous in Mauritius. 

WHY VISIT MAURITIUS?
Mauritius is one of the best tourist attraction of the world that has tourism opportunities for every type of traveler. There are many beautiful beaches in Mauritius which are perfect for water sports activities. From good food to romantic attractions, Mauritius has it all!

BEST TIME TO VISIT MAURITIUS
Mauritius has tropical climate and can be visited during any month of the year. However, as per the interest of visitors , here’s a monthly break up of Mauritius’s climate in order that you'll plan when to go:

• May to December
  The month of May marks the starting of winter in Mauritius. These months are perfect time to visit Mauritius as the weather is calm and amusing. During winters the maximum temperature of Mauritius is 25 degrees Celsius and the minimum temperature is 19 degrees Celsius. Winters are the perfect time to visit Mauritius, its wildlife, nearby islands and beaches. It is also the best time for doing water sport activities like surfing. Don’t forget to carry sunscreen along with you.
   
• January to April
  January marks the beginning of summers in Mauritius and the crowd starts to reduce. The maximum temperature during summer goes up to 34 degrees Celsius and the minimum stays at 26 degrees Celsius. Summers in Mauritius are the best time to travel around the island and its beaches and other spots minus the tourist crowd. Always carry an  umbrella with you this time as rains are almost common during this time. Summer time ensures great deals on hotel stays as it is off season of tourism.

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS OF MAURITIUS 

1. Mauritius Botanical Garden
   Mauritius Botanical Garden, also known as SSR Botanical Garden and Pamplemousses Garden, is one of the most popular tourist spot in Mauritius, and is situated near Port Louis. It is the oldest garden of Mauritius situated in the Southern Hemisphere.. this amazing garden was built by Pierre Poivre in 1767, and spreads over an area of about 37 hectares. Mauritius Botanical Garden is popular for its huge water lilies, spice garden and unique collection of 85 sort of palms from Asia, Central America, Africa and the islands around the Indian Ocean.
    
2. Port Louis
   Port Louis is the main port and capital city of Mauritius, Today Port Louis is the major city of Mauritius. Port Louis is enclosed by a mountain range, called the Port Louis Moka Range which gives amazing view of Port Louis. Important tourist spots in Port Louis are Port Louis Bazaar, Caudan Waterfront, Old Port Louis Theatre, Police Barracks, and the Mauritian Chinatown. Port Louis has also 3 museums: Mauritius Natural History Museum, Mauritius Stamp Museum, and Blue Penny Museum. At the city center there are number of French styled buildings, which add to the charm of Port Louis.
    
3. Black River Gorges National Park
   Black River Gorges National Park is situated in the hilly south-western part of Mauritius. It is one of the popular touism site of Mauritius. One can walk along the greenery and arrive at the peak of the island, which is the Black River Peak. Facilities available for tourists include picnic areas, information centres, and long trail. The Black River Gorges park protects most of the remaining rainforest of island, and is dwelling to different species of birds and animals. Many animals and plants can be found in the park including the pink pigeon, Mauritius cuckoo-shrike, Mauritian flying fox, Mauritius olive white-eye, Mauritius kestrel, Mauritius parakeet, Mauritius bulbul, Mauritius grey white-eye and Mauritius fody.
    
4. Île aux Cerfs Island
   Île aux Cerfs Island (Deer Island) is an island which is situated near the East Coast of Mauritius within the Flacq district. Ile Aux Cerfs is well-known for its sandy beaches, beautiful lagoon, and various facilities and activities. In Ile Aux Cerfs you are sure to have a day of leisure and fun on one of the picture-postcard beaches, you can enjoy snorkeling and swim in the lagoon. Most beautiful beaches of the world are seen in the island and as such it is worth visiting place to visit in Mauritius.
    
5. Trou aux Cerfs 
   Trou aux Cerfs is a 604 m elevated extinct volcano situated in Curepipe, Mauritius. Trou aux Cerfs is believed to be the prominent tourism spot of Curepipe. There is a beautiful lake within the centre of the crater. Crater gives a beautiful view of major part of Mauritius Island. 
    
6. Chamarel Park - 7 Colored Earth & Chamarel Falls
   Chamarel park - 7 colored earth & Chamarel falls - The “seven-coloured earth” of Chamarel is the main tourist spot of Mauritius. The landscape at Chamarel is very exceptional, it is the only place in world where clay earth of 7 colors is found at one place. The landscape at Chamarel is extremely exceptional, where clay earth of seven colors is found at one place. The colors of these unique dunes are yellow, red, blue, brown, green, purple and violet. Chamarel Park gives an amazing view of the lush vegetation. Another prominent attraction of Chamarel is the Waterfall of Chamarel. It is a very beautiful waterfall, believed to be the best waterfalls in Mauritius.
    
7. Grand Bassin
   Grand Bassin also known as Ganga Talao (situated around 600 meters above sea level), is a lake located in a quiet mountain region in the Savanne district, deep in the heart of Mauritius. Grand Bassin is a sacred lake in Mauritian of Hindu faith. it's believed that the water inside the lake communicates with the waters of the holy Ganges of India. The Hindus of Mauritius declared the Grand Bassin as a sacred lake.The Hindu community performs a pilgrimage every year on the night of Maha Sivaratri”, on this day they honor the Lord Siva. Nearby the lake there is a shrine devoted to Lord Shiva and other Gods including Hanuman Ji and Lakshmi Ji. Also, overlooking the lake is the statuette of Mangal Mahadev (Shiva statue) which is of 33 meters, making it the main statue in Mauritius.

HOW TO REACH MAURITIUS?
Being an island country, the best option about how to reach Mauritius is by taking a flight from India or boarding a holiday cruise. International flights to Mauritius land at the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, which is around 51 kms from the capital city of Port Louis. Nonstop flight from India to Mauritius is available from Delhi Airport (DEL) to MRU Airport. The flight duration for direct airlines is around 8 hours between India and Mauritius. Air India, Flydubai, Etihad, Emirates and Air Mauritius are some of the main airlines running between Indian cities and Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) in Mauritius. The flight duration from Mumbai to MRU Airport is around 9 hours by Air Seychelles flight.

• By Air
  There are only 2 airports in Mauritius – Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport and Sir Gaëtan Duval Airport located on Rodrigues in Plaine Corail. SSR Airport of Mauritius is directly linked via domestic and international flights from Delhi or Mumbai. Swiss, Emirates, Air India, China Eastern flights, etc. are some of the main international airlines with connectivity to these airports.
   
• By Sea
  One can also reach Mauritius by Cruise. Board a cruise to Port Louis from the ports of Mumbai or Chennai, or choose to take a boat ride to Mauritius from Madagascar, and have a lavish experience. However, the cruise journey from Mumbai and Chennai takes about 13 days to reach the place.