5 of the Most Beautiful Tourist Destinations in Mauritius for Arab Travellers

About Mauritius

Mauritius is a group of small, enchanting islands that together form the Republic of Mauritius, home to some of the most beautiful beaches with blue water and white sand. It also has luxury resorts with spectacular views, and it lies in the south-west of the Indian Ocean, near the south-eastern coast of Africa, south of the equator and close to Madagascar. The republic comprises a group of islands, the largest of which is Mauritius, along with others including Rodrigues, Agaléga and Saint Brandon. Visitors find plenty of enjoyable activities, including boat trips, mountain climbing, water skiing, safari trips and walks in the wild.

Tips before travelling to the island of Mauritius

• Choose cotton clothing when travelling in summer weather, and add a jacket for the evening, as it gets cooler at night.
• Take an umbrella or a raincoat with you to use when needed.
• If you decide to visit the temples and religious sites there, bring clothing appropriate to local custom, such as head coverings for women.
• Find out the country's opening hours, especially holidays, because most shops close on Sunday.
• It is best to buy bottled water from shops at reasonable prices, particularly for those with a sensitive stomach.
• You can exchange currency at the airport, either for dollars, which are accepted there, or for the rupee, the official currency of Mauritius.
• You can use credit cards without concern, as they are widely accepted in Mauritius.
• If you decide to drive, hire a car to get around — you do not need an international driving licence, but stick to the speed limit and remember that driving here is on the left-hand side of the road.
• When travelling to Mauritius, you should know that English and French are the most widely used languages in the country.
• If you enjoy walking and exploring the wild, bring comfortable shoes for the purpose.
• Bring your diving gear if you are planning a memorable trip out to sea.
• Keep your hands clean at all times and use suitable sanitiser before eating, to guard against stomach upsets.
• Bring your own medication with you, as you may not find it where you are travelling.
• Do not forget sunscreen and sunglasses so you can enjoy the daytime without worry.
• Take insect repellent cream or spray to protect against mosquitoes, particularly at night, so they do not spoil your outing.

Tourism in Mauritius for families

The Seven Coloured Earths

One of the sites that draws visitors because of its unique nature — a remarkable stretch of ground displaying 7 colours. To see them, visit on a day when the sun is bright so the extraordinary colours show. You will see the coloured sands, the huge trees, waterfalls and giant tortoises, then eat at the mountain restaurant and take memorable photographs.

Flic en Flac Beach

One of the most beautiful beaches in Mauritius, where you can unwind amid spectacular scenery of clear blue water and white sand. You can enjoy coconut and delicious ice cream and take wonderful photographs in the pine forest. On the beach you will find luxury hotels and resorts and plenty of activities such as diving, swimming and boat trips, with all the facilities and transport you need.

Black River Gorges National Park

Here you will be drawn in by the enchanting waterfalls and lush gardens, where you can enjoy walking, relaxing and taking photographs with the animals — especially the monkeys, deer, tortoises and birds. The place suits families looking for a quiet outing, light refreshments, clean air and spectacular scenery.

Casela World of Adventures

A destination well suited to families in Mauritius — a large park offering plenty of leisure activities including quad biking and slides, where you can also feed the animals and birds and take photographs with them.

The Central Market

The right place for anyone who wants to shop at reasonable prices, as it is one of the largest popular markets in Mauritius, found in the capital, Port Louis. There you will find stalls selling vegetables, fruit and fish, as well as clothing, shoes, gifts and antiques. Prices in the market are very reasonable and you can haggle with the sellers.

The best time for tourism in Mauritius

As for the best times for tourism in Mauritius, it is fair to say the island draws visitors in every month of the year, because the temperature is warm throughout. But bear in mind that its position in the southern hemisphere means its summer and winter months fall at completely different times from those familiar in the northern hemisphere. Peak tourist season falls in the summer months, which run from October to May, and the winter, which runs from June to October, while the quiet periods are the spring months of September and October and the autumn months of March and April.

Booking flights and hotels in Mauritius

If you are planning a memorable time and a happy holiday in Mauritius, you should book your hotel well in advance — at least three months before travelling. You should also book a comfortable flight so you can enjoy an easy journey, and to do that, book your flight with Tjwaal, which offers the finest and most comfortable trips at outstanding, competitive prices.