It’s been over a week since we came back from our island hopping day trip and the excitement of it still hasn’t worn off! What a day it was! We started our drive from the North at 7:45am and got to the meeting point in the South East at around 9am, leaving us 15 minutes […]
Swimming with the dolphins in Mauritius is an activity that is becoming increasingly popular. Unlike aquariums where you can swim and interact with captive dolphins, this is a unique experience that allows you to swim with wild dolphins in their natural environment. The increased interest in seeing these beautiful marine mammals also means that there […]
I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to experience swimming with the dolphins in Mauritius first-hand, and I’d like to share this amazing experience with you. The day started early; at 5am to be exact when my alarm went off. We were in the car leaving from Grand Baie by 5:45am, with no time for breakfast […]
OK, so we all dream of sunshine and blue skies when we go on vacation to a tropical country, but sometimes… mother nature can be quite capricious. Don’t despair, we have put together a list of things to do in Mauritius if you find yourself in a little rain spell during your visit. We know you […]
Rougaille or rougail is one of the classic Mauritian dishes that everyone on the island loves. It is essentially a tomato-based dish, with incredibly rich flavours thanks to the combination of spices used. Since this recipe is passed down from generation to generation, there are quite a few variations of spice combinations: onions, garlic, ginger, […]
If you love nature and tea, you don’t want to miss the tea tasting at the Bois Cheri chalet. Located just a short drive from the tea factory and museum, the chalet is nestled in a pristine natural setting, surrounded by lush greenery, the kind that invokes a quiet sense of peace and relaxation. It offers […]
To the joy of Mauritians worldwide, as of 2014, Mauritian Sega has been declared a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Sega music and dance, which originated in the early 18th century is a big part of the rich history and culture of this island nation. Born out of the pain and suffering of slaves during the colonisation […]
We very frequently get the question: ‘What is the best month to travel to Mauritius?’ Well, the ‘best’ month depends on exactly what kind of weather you’re after, what kind of Mauritius activities you plan to do during your stay here, and what type of Mauritius attractions are on your list. Some would take a […]
To encourage responsible globetrotting, Ethical Traveler, a California nonprofit, has been compiling a list of top 10 ethical destinations since 2006. And we’re proud to share with you that Mauritius is on the top 10 list! The complete list for 2015 (in alphabetical order since Ethical Traveler does not rank the countries within the top […]
We absolutely love it when clients send us photos of their Mauritius activities! We recently had a very fun group of clients from the UK who booked a Mauritius tour package with us. Here are some photos of their private 8-hour excursion of the South West. Our driver picked them up from their Bed and Breakfast […]
