As soon as we arrived at the Rault Seneque family estate, aptly named Les Délices, we were immediately transported back in time. It’s a quiet, unpretentious estate surrounded by lush tropical greenery: coconut trees, cassava plantation and mango trees. We could hear the birds chirping while the old hydraulic pump was working at its own rhythm not too far […]
January Weather in Mauritius We often get questions about the weather in Mauritius during specific months of the year, so we’ve decided to start a little 12-part series which explains the weather across the island each month of the year. For more information about where to stay, check out our blog post Where to Stay in […]
If you’re planning a vacation to Mauritius, you are probably thinking: ‘Where is the best place to stay?’ With so many hotels, guesthouses, bed and breakfasts, and things to do across the island, it can be difficult for travelers to decide where to stay in Mauritius! When we talk about regions in Mauritius, we generally […]
It is very common for Mauritians to have a side of “grains secs” or pulses as part of a typical meal, for example, lentils and split peas, prepared as a soup. They are a great source of protein, especially for those on a vegetarian or vegan diet, and are very healthy and easy to prepare. […]
There is no denying it: Mauritians love their gato pima (gâteaux piments or chili cakes)! So it’s not surprising that they have numerous creative ways to enjoy their favourite treat! Here is a simple, although not necessarily healthy recipe. In Mauritius we’re lucky that we can buy fresh and hot gateaux piments from the street merchants but here […]
Many people travelling to Mauritius often wonder whether they should pre-book their airport transfer to their hotel or just get a cab once they’re there. Here is why you should always pre-book your Mauritius airport pickup: 1: Getting a cab at the airport is almost always more expensive. Prices charged by taxis at the airport […]
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 […]
