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MAURITIUS
Itinerary Overview
Days 1 - 3
Port Louis & Beyond
Days 4 - 7
BEST TIME
BEST TIME
TAILORED TRIPS
BEST TIME
Days 8 - 12
Farewell on the Beach
Indian Ocean Hiking
Highlights of Your Journey
Days 1 - 3
Your Indian Ocean adventure begins in Mauritius' multicultural paradise before exploring Réunion's dramatic volcanic landscapes.
Day one welcomes you to Port Louis, Mauritius' capital since French colonization in 1715, exploring the bustling Central Market where Indian, Chinese, Creole, and French influences blend in spices, textiles, and street food. Visit the Blue Penny Museum housing the world's rarest stamps from 1847. Your second day ventures to Chamarel's Seven Colored Earths, geological formations created by volcanic activity millions of years ago, plus the island's tallest waterfall plunging 100 meters through tropical vegetation. Day three offers relaxation at Trou aux Biches' white sand beaches with luxury resort amenities, or catamaran cruising to spot dolphins in lagoons protected by coral reefs.
Days 4 - 7
Days four through seven transition to Réunion's active volcanoes and cirques with hiking adventures.
Your fourth day flies to Réunion, France's overseas department since 1946, exploring Saint-Denis' Creole architecture and markets showcasing French-Indian Ocean fusion cuisine. Day five ascends Piton de la Fournaise, one of the world's most active volcanoes, hiking across lunar-like landscapes to witness recent lava flows that continue shaping the island. Your sixth day explores Cirque de Mafate, accessible only by helicopter or foot, where small villages preserve Creole culture in dramatic mountain amphitheaters carved by erosion over millennia. Day seven offers Cirque de Salazie's waterfalls and thermal springs, plus visits to vanilla plantations where the precious spice has grown since introduction from Madagascar in the 19th century.
Days 8 - 12
Your final stretch returns to Mauritius for cultural immersion and luxury beach relaxation.
Day eight flies back to Mauritius for exploring Eureka House, a colonial mansion from 1830 showcasing plantation life, plus Temple visits reflecting the island's Hindu heritage from Indian laborers who arrived after slavery abolition in 1835. Day nine ventures to Ile aux Cerfs, a pristine island paradise accessible by boat, offering water sports, pristine beaches, and golf courses, or pure relaxation at beachfront spas. Your tenth day visits the Pamplemousses Botanical Garden established in 1770, housing giant water lilies and endemic plants, plus rum distillery tours showcasing production since French colonial times. Day eleven offers deep-sea fishing for marlin and tuna in waters where the Indian Ocean reaches 4,000-meter depths just offshore, or complete beach relaxation at luxury resorts. Day twelve concludes with shopping in Grand Baie's markets and duty-free stores, plus farewell dining featuring the island's famous curry dishes, carrying memories of two islands where French sophistication meets Indian Ocean paradise across diverse volcanic landscapes and pristine coral lagoons.
Day 1
Your Indian Ocean adventure begins in Mauritius' multicultural paradise before exploring Réunion's dramatic volcanic landscapes.
Day one welcomes you to Port Louis, Mauritius' capital since French colonization in 1715, exploring the bustling Central Market where Indian, Chinese, Creole, and French influences blend in spices, textiles, and street food. Visit the Blue Penny Museum housing the world's rarest stamps from 1847. Your second day ventures to Chamarel's Seven Colored Earths, geological formations created by volcanic activity millions of years ago, plus the island's tallest waterfall plunging 100 meters through tropical vegetation. Day three offers relaxation at Trou aux Biches' white sand beaches with luxury resort amenities, or catamaran cruising to spot dolphins in lagoons protected by coral reefs.
Days 2 - 4
Days four through seven transition to Réunion's active volcanoes and cirques with hiking adventures.
Your fourth day flies to Réunion, France's overseas department since 1946, exploring Saint-Denis' Creole architecture and markets showcasing French-Indian Ocean fusion cuisine. Day five ascends Piton de la Fournaise, one of the world's most active volcanoes, hiking across lunar-like landscapes to witness recent lava flows that continue shaping the island. Your sixth day explores Cirque de Mafate, accessible only by helicopter or foot, where small villages preserve Creole culture in dramatic mountain amphitheaters carved by erosion over millennia. Day seven offers Cirque de Salazie's waterfalls and thermal springs, plus visits to vanilla plantations where the precious spice has grown since introduction from Madagascar in the 19th century.
Days 5 - 6
Your final stretch returns to Mauritius for cultural immersion and luxury beach relaxation.
Day eight flies back to Mauritius for exploring Eureka House, a colonial mansion from 1830 showcasing plantation life, plus Temple visits reflecting the island's Hindu heritage from Indian laborers who arrived after slavery abolition in 1835. Day nine ventures to Ile aux Cerfs, a pristine island paradise accessible by boat, offering water sports, pristine beaches, and golf courses, or pure relaxation at beachfront spas. Your tenth day visits the Pamplemousses Botanical Garden established in 1770, housing giant water lilies and endemic plants, plus rum distillery tours showcasing production since French colonial times. Day eleven offers deep-sea fishing for marlin and tuna in waters where the Indian Ocean reaches 4,000-meter depths just offshore, or complete beach relaxation at luxury resorts. Day twelve concludes with shopping in Grand Baie's markets and duty-free stores, plus farewell dining featuring the island's famous curry dishes, carrying memories of two islands where French sophistication meets Indian Ocean paradise across diverse volcanic landscapes and pristine coral lagoons.
Days 4 - 7
Days four through seven transition to Réunion's active volcanoes and cirques with hiking adventures.
Your fourth day flies to Réunion, France's overseas department since 1946, exploring Saint-Denis' Creole architecture and markets showcasing French-Indian Ocean fusion cuisine. Day five ascends Piton de la Fournaise, one of the world's most active volcanoes, hiking across lunar-like landscapes to witness recent lava flows that continue shaping the island. Your sixth day explores Cirque de Mafate, accessible only by helicopter or foot, where small villages preserve Creole culture in dramatic mountain amphitheaters carved by erosion over millennia. Day seven offers Cirque de Salazie's waterfalls and thermal springs, plus visits to vanilla plantations where the precious spice has grown since introduction from Madagascar in the 19th century.
Days 8 - 12
Your final stretch returns to Mauritius for cultural immersion and luxury beach relaxation.
Day eight flies back to Mauritius for exploring Eureka House, a colonial mansion from 1830 showcasing plantation life, plus Temple visits reflecting the island's Hindu heritage from Indian laborers who arrived after slavery abolition in 1835. Day nine ventures to Ile aux Cerfs, a pristine island paradise accessible by boat, offering water sports, pristine beaches, and golf courses, or pure relaxation at beachfront spas. Your tenth day visits the Pamplemousses Botanical Garden established in 1770, housing giant water lilies and endemic plants, plus rum distillery tours showcasing production since French colonial times. Day eleven offers deep-sea fishing for marlin and tuna in waters where the Indian Ocean reaches 4,000-meter depths just offshore, or complete beach relaxation at luxury resorts. Day twelve concludes with shopping in Grand Baie's markets and duty-free stores, plus farewell dining featuring the island's famous curry dishes, carrying memories of two islands where French sophistication meets Indian Ocean paradise across diverse volcanic landscapes and pristine coral lagoons.
BEST TIME
TAILORED TRIPS
from £2500 pp, per night
Port Louis - Réunion - Ile Aux Cerfs
Days 1 - 3
Port Louis & Beyond
Days 4 - 7
Indian Ocean Hiking
Days 8 - 12
Farewell on the Beach
Trip Highlights
Days 1 - 3
Your Indian Ocean adventure begins in Mauritius' multicultural paradise before exploring Réunion's dramatic volcanic landscapes.
Day one welcomes you to Port Louis, Mauritius' capital since French colonization in 1715, exploring the bustling Central Market where Indian, Chinese, Creole, and French influences blend in spices, textiles, and street food. Visit the Blue Penny Museum housing the world's rarest stamps from 1847. Your second day ventures to Chamarel's Seven Colored Earths, geological formations created by volcanic activity millions of years ago, plus the island's tallest waterfall plunging 100 meters through tropical vegetation. Day three offers relaxation at Trou aux Biches' white sand beaches with luxury resort amenities, or catamaran cruising to spot dolphins in lagoons protected by coral reefs.
Days 5 - 6
Your final days explore Mauritius's mountainous interior and iconic coastal landmarks before departure from this Indian Ocean paradise.
Day five hikes through Black River Gorges National Park, established in 1994 to protect the island's last remaining native forests where endemic species like the Mauritius kestrel have recovered from near-extinction through conservation efforts. Your sixth day visits Le Morne Brabant, the UNESCO World Heritage site where enslaved people once sought refuge in mountain caves, now symbolizing freedom and resistance in Mauritian national identity, before departure preparations conclude your exploration of this remarkable island where diverse cultures flourished in tropical paradise.
Days 2 - 4
Days two through four balance botanical wonders with leisure activities and geological marvels, from rare plant collections to the island's famous multi-colored earth formations.
Day two visits Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Gardens in Pamplemousses, established in 1770 as the first botanical garden in the Southern Hemisphere, where giant water lilies and endemic palm species thrive alongside spice trees introduced from around the world. The nearby sugar museum chronicles Mauritius's economic foundation on sugar plantations that dominated the island's economy for over two centuries using enslaved and later indentured labor.
Your third day embraces the Indian Ocean's crystal-clear waters for beach relaxation and water sports along coastlines protected by coral reefs that have sheltered the island for millions of years. Day four ventures to Chamarel's Seven Coloured Earth, a geological phenomenon where volcanic ash settled into distinct colored layers of red, brown, violet, green, blue, purple, and yellow that remain naturally separated due to varying mineral compositions and temperatures.
Days 5 - 6
Your final days explore Mauritius's mountainous interior and iconic coastal landmarks before departure from this Indian Ocean paradise.
Day five hikes through Black River Gorges National Park, established in 1994 to protect the island's last remaining native forests where endemic species like the Mauritius kestrel have recovered from near-extinction through conservation efforts. Your sixth day visits Le Morne Brabant, the UNESCO World Heritage site where enslaved people once sought refuge in mountain caves, now symbolizing freedom and resistance in Mauritian national identity, before departure preparations conclude your exploration of this remarkable island where diverse cultures flourished in tropical paradise.
Days 4 - 7
Days four through seven transition to Réunion's active volcanoes and cirques with hiking adventures.
Your fourth day flies to Réunion, France's overseas department since 1946, exploring Saint-Denis' Creole architecture and markets showcasing French-Indian Ocean fusion cuisine. Day five ascends Piton de la Fournaise, one of the world's most active volcanoes, hiking across lunar-like landscapes to witness recent lava flows that continue shaping the island. Your sixth day explores Cirque de Mafate, accessible only by helicopter or foot, where small villages preserve Creole culture in dramatic mountain amphitheaters carved by erosion over millennia. Day seven offers Cirque de Salazie's waterfalls and thermal springs, plus visits to vanilla plantations where the precious spice has grown since introduction from Madagascar in the 19th century.
Days 8 - 12
Your final stretch returns to Mauritius for cultural immersion and luxury beach relaxation.
Day eight flies back to Mauritius for exploring Eureka House, a colonial mansion from 1830 showcasing plantation life, plus Temple visits reflecting the island's Hindu heritage from Indian laborers who arrived after slavery abolition in 1835. Day nine ventures to Ile aux Cerfs, a pristine island paradise accessible by boat, offering water sports, pristine beaches, and golf courses, or pure relaxation at beachfront spas. Your tenth day visits the Pamplemousses Botanical Garden established in 1770, housing giant water lilies and endemic plants, plus rum distillery tours showcasing production since French colonial times. Day eleven offers deep-sea fishing for marlin and tuna in waters where the Indian Ocean reaches 4,000-meter depths just offshore, or complete beach relaxation at luxury resorts. Day twelve concludes with shopping in Grand Baie's markets and duty-free stores, plus farewell dining featuring the island's famous curry dishes, carrying memories of two islands where French sophistication meets Indian Ocean paradise across diverse volcanic landscapes and pristine coral lagoons.
BEST TIME
TAILORED TRIPS
from £2500 pp, per night
Port Louis - Réunion - Ile Aux Cerfs
Days 1 - 3
Port Louis & Beyond
Days 4 - 7
Indian Ocean Hiking
Days 8 - 12
Farewell on the Beach
Trip Highlights
Days 1 - 3
Your Indian Ocean adventure begins in Mauritius' multicultural paradise before exploring Réunion's dramatic volcanic landscapes.
Day one welcomes you to Port Louis, Mauritius' capital since French colonization in 1715, exploring the bustling Central Market where Indian, Chinese, Creole, and French influences blend in spices, textiles, and street food. Visit the Blue Penny Museum housing the world's rarest stamps from 1847. Your second day ventures to Chamarel's Seven Colored Earths, geological formations created by volcanic activity millions of years ago, plus the island's tallest waterfall plunging 100 meters through tropical vegetation. Day three offers relaxation at Trou aux Biches' white sand beaches with luxury resort amenities, or catamaran cruising to spot dolphins in lagoons protected by coral reefs.
Days 2 - 4
Days two through four balance botanical wonders with leisure activities and geological marvels, from rare plant collections to the island's famous multi-colored earth formations.
Day two visits Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Gardens in Pamplemousses, established in 1770 as the first botanical garden in the Southern Hemisphere, where giant water lilies and endemic palm species thrive alongside spice trees introduced from around the world. The nearby sugar museum chronicles Mauritius's economic foundation on sugar plantations that dominated the island's economy for over two centuries using enslaved and later indentured labor.
Your third day embraces the Indian Ocean's crystal-clear waters for beach relaxation and water sports along coastlines protected by coral reefs that have sheltered the island for millions of years. Day four ventures to Chamarel's Seven Coloured Earth, a geological phenomenon where volcanic ash settled into distinct colored layers of red, brown, violet, green, blue, purple, and yellow that remain naturally separated due to varying mineral compositions and temperatures.
Best Luxury Hotels in Mauritius: Conte's Seasonal Picks for 2025
Constance Prince Maurice
Mauritius
Constance Prince Maurice is a luxurious, eco-sensitive resort nestled on a 60-hectare private peninsula on the northeast coast of Mauritius. The resort has about 89 accommodation units, comprising 64 Junior Suites, 12 Family Suites, 12 thatch-roofed Villas (including over-water ones), and an ultra-exclusive Princely Villa.
Amenities are extensive: there are three restaurants, including a floating boardwalk restaurant, three bars, a wine cellar, a well-equipped spa with Sisley treatments, heated pool, tennis courts, gym, and golf access.
For activities, guests can enjoy water sports (snorkelling, kayaking, windsurfing), glass-bottom boat rides, and complimentary access to two nearby 18-hole golf courses.
Paradise Cove Boutique Hotel
Anse la Raie, Mauritius
Paradise Cove Boutique Hotel is an adults-only, romantic retreat tucked into a sheltered cove on the north coast of Mauritius, in Anse la Raie. The hotel has 75 rooms, including four categories: Deluxe Premium, Junior Suite, Prestige Junior Suite, and Senior Suite, all designed with tropical décor, four-poster beds, and private terraces or balconies.
Amenities are generous: there are three swimming pools (including a cliff-top infinity pool), a full spa (with Cinq Mondes treatments), a fitness centre, and a range of water and land activities like snorkelling, kayaking, yoga, tennis, and cycling. Guests can choose from four restaurants; The Dining Room, XO (Asian fusion), The Cove (seafood), and Peninsula (tapas), plus several bars including a rum bar, a wine cellar (S’Cellar), and a relaxed “Stay Bar.”
Salt of Palmar
Palmar Beach, Mauritius
Salt of Palmar is a vibrant, adults-only boutique hotel on the east coast of Mauritius, nestled on the white sands of Palmar beach. The resort has 59 rooms, each inspired by the island’s colours - turquoise, cobalt blue and sun-kissed orange - designed by Camille Walala in collaboration with local architects. Sustainability is central to Salt of Palmar: the hotel follows a zero single-use plastics policy, sources locally-made furniture and toiletries, and runs a “skill swap” platform to connect guests with the community.
For wellness, there’s the SALT Equilibrium spa, which includes a salt-crystal “Salt Zone”, a Hydrolounge, and four treatment rooms. The dining options are equally thoughtful: The Good Kitchen serves locally sourced, seasonal cuisine, and there’s an artisan bakery plus three bars (roof, pool, beach) offering signature cocktails.
Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita
East Coast, Mauritius
Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita is a luxurious tropical retreat located on the island’s east coast. The resort offers spacious suites, private villas, and residences, each set amidst lush gardens or with spectacular ocean views.
Guests can enjoy fine dining, unwind at the spa, or explore the natural beauty of the island through various activities, such as water sports, golf, and hiking. With its exceptional service, stunning surroundings, and emphasis on wellness, Four Seasons Mauritius provides the perfect blend of luxury, adventure, and relaxation for an unforgettable island getaway.
One&Only Le Saint Géran
Pointe de Flacq, Mauritius
One&Only Le Saint Géran is a legendary luxury resort set on a private peninsula in Mauritius, offering an exclusive and peaceful escape. Surrounded by beautiful beaches and crystal-clear waters, the resort features spacious rooms, suites, and private villas, each with stunning views of the ocean or the lush gardens.
Guests can enjoy exceptional dining, unwind at the spa, or indulge in a variety of activities, including water sports, golfing, and wellness programs. With its impeccable service and tranquil atmosphere, One&Only Le Saint Géran is an ideal destination for those seeking luxury and serenity in Mauritius.
Shangri-La Le Touessrok
Trou d'Eau Douce, Mauritius
Shangri-La Le Touessrok is an elegant and luxurious resort set on the stunning east coast of Mauritius. With its pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and lush tropical surroundings, the resort offers spacious rooms, suites, and villas with breathtaking ocean views.
Guests can indulge in world-class dining, relax at the luxurious spa, or engage in water activities such as snorkeling, kayaking, and deep-sea fishing. With its exceptional service and serene ambiance, Shangri-La Le Touessrok offers a perfect escape for those seeking luxury, relaxation, and adventure in one of the Indian Ocean’s most beautiful islands.
