Mauritius is a small, multi-cultural island in the Indian Ocean, east of Madagascar, NorthEast of Reunion and southeast of the Seychelles. Mauritius also controls Rodrigues Island and the remote, sparsely populated Agalega and Cargados Garayos (Saint Brandon) islands.Tropical, modified by southeast trade winds; warm, dry winter (May to November); hot, wet, humid summer (November to May); Natural hazards : tropical cyclones (November to April), most cyclones usually occur from the end of December until March. Mauritius has only two seasons, winter and summer. There is not much temperature difference between the two seasons of the year. The climate on the central plateau is cooler than on the coastal areas.
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7D/6N Mauritius Package
Mauritius - Port Louis -Grand Bassin
Port Louis is the capital of Mauritius.Visit the Caudan Waterfront, a meeting place for teenagers and young lovers, which is comprised of a shopping centre, kiddyland and a huge food court offering most cuisines.If you want to have a glimpse of Mauritian life, go to the Port-Louis Market where varieties of exotic food, fruits and other items are sold. There you will meet Mauritians from all over the country who have come to shop.Port-Louis is famous in Mauritius for the low price of clothes sold there. Imported from China or India, or made locally, the articles sold in Port-Louis really offer value for money. You can easily get something of your choice from the numerous hawkers found all along the streets in the city.
Ganga Talao is a crater lake situated in a secluded mountain area in the district of Savanne, deep in the heart of Mauritius. It is about 1800 feet above sea level. The first group of pilgrims who went to Ganga Talao were from the village of Triolet and it was led by Pandit Giri Gossayne from Terre Rouge in 1898.Ganga Talao Overview. Ganga Talao (commonly known as Grand Bassin in Mauritius) is a crater lake, about 550 metres above sea level, located in the mountainous Southwest district of Savanne. On the shoreline sits a temple along with a collection of small shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva and other gods.Photograph: Kind courtesy Katchooo/
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PACKAGE DETAILS
Day 1: Mauritius
Arrive Mauritius. Check into Hotel. Day free for your own activities. Dinner at Hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 2: Port Louis - Pamplemousses - Grand Baie
Breakfast and proceed for Tour to North Island, Pamplemousses Garden, Port Louis and Grand Baie. Day free for your own activities. Dinner at Hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Port Louis: The capital and main port of Mauritius, Port Louis, was founded by the French Governor Mahe de Labourdonnais in 1735. The Harbour lies sheltered in a semi-circle of mountains. The town has plenty of character, and shows in certain quarters signs of its past elegance. Off the main square, palm-lined Place D’Armes, there are some particularly fine French colonial buildings, especially the Government House and the Municipal Theatre, both built in the 18th Century. The lively covered market offers an insight into the fascinating cross-section of Mauritian life.
Pamplemousses (The Royal Botanical Gardens): Away from the coast and almost directly south of Grand Baie is the Pamplemousses Gardens, also known as the Royal Botanical Gardens. The famous gardens ranking among the finest Botanical gardens in the world, was started in 1735 by ‘Mahe de Labourdonnais’, with ‘Mon Plaisir Castle’ in his residence. The 60-acre garden boasts 500 different species of plants, of which 80 are palms. Of particular interest are the giant water Lilies locally known as ‘Flan Tins’ (Victoria Regia), a spice garden and the Talipot Palms, said to flower once every 60 years after which they die. Pamplemousses also features plants from all over the world – wild bananas, camphor trees, clover and nutmeg trees from Manila and there is also an art gallery and a cemetery.
Grand Baie: This is the main holiday centre for Mauritians and tourists alike. Grand Baie used to be a tiny fishing village. The northern coastline beyond Tombeau Bay has many delightful beaches. The coastline curves into Grand Bassin itself, the main centre for yachting, water skiing, windsurfing, and many other water sports. The town of Grand-Baie is a charming village with white sand beaches, bordered with shops, restaurants and coconuts.
Day 3: In Mauritius
Breakfast and day free for your own activities. Dinner at Hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 4: Curepipe - Chameral Colored Earth
Breakfast and proceed for Tour to south Island, 7 Colour Chamerel and Curipipe. Dinner at Hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel. Chamerel Coloured Earth: In the district of Black River are colored dunes of volcanic ash which are naturally displayed in the orderly pattern of 7 colors – result of weathering – a fascinating phenomenon well worth a visit. Recommended Time: Late afternoon. Curepipe: At 20 km from Port-Louis, is a residential city of 75,000 inhabitants. It took its rise at the end of XIXth century, when the inhabitants of Portlouis took refuge there, fleeing the epidemic of malaria.
Day 5: Ile Aux Cerfs Island
After Breakfast, proceed to ILE AUX CERFS by speed boat. Watch water falls and enjoy water sports activities in ILE AUX CERFS. Dinner at Hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel. Ile Aux Cerfs: It is a large island found on the East Coast of Mauritius close to the coastal village of Trou D’Eau Douce in the district of Flacq. It is nearly 100 hectares in area. There are a number of sandy beaches. It is a very popular recreational spot for both Mauritians and tourists alike for there are close to 800 visitors to the island per day. After Breakfast; Day free for leisure. Dinner and Over Night at hotel.
Day 6: Mauritius
Breakfast and day free for your own activities. Dinner at Hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 7: Mauritius - Destination
Breakfast and proceed to Airport to board your flight to India.
PROPOSAL
Rates inclusive of
- Airport Railway station transfers and sight seeing as per the itinerary by a non AC Vehicle-Maruti van,Tata Sumeo Bolero or similar.The vehicle is for point travel and not at disposal. Hotel accommodation on twin sharing basisIn case of 3 pax,one room with one extra bed will be provided. All road taxes,Toll taxes & parking fee.Driver reward.
Rates exclusive of
- Air fareTrain fare. Guide & Entry fee during sight seeing. Horse ride etc. Portages, Laundry, Food, Tips, Liquor exp. 5% GST. Any other item not specified in “Cost Includes”.
Package Price
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04 to 06 Pax |
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08 to 24 Pax |
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02 People |
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