ACTIVITIES

Roti is the staple diet here in Mauritius can be found almost anywhere in Mauritius, on the streets, at the market, anywhere!

Roti Chaud is a traditional flatbread originating from Mauritius. The snack is essentially a roti flatbread that’s filled with rougaille (tomato-based sauce) and butter bean curry known as gros pois. The flatbread is filled, rolled into a wrap, then served with an array of pickles and chutneys.

The rotis are usually made with a combination of flour, water, oil, and salt are combined to make a soft dough that is flattened and cooked on both sides. Simple ingredients and so easy to make.

Rotis can be eaten any time of the day, for breakfast lunch, or dinner with various fillings from vegetarian to meat, from spicy to non-spicy. Trying a Roti is a must as it is the national dish.

Most street vendors will have both Roti and Dholl Puri on sale and as it’s a cheap convenient snack so why not try both!

If you have only one day to spare for a hike in Mauritius, Le Morne Brabant is an excellent choice! Leading to one of the best viewpoints in Mauritius, hiking Le Morne Brabant is the quintessential hike
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The Le Morne trail entrance with the parking area is the beginning point. Here are a few tips before you start your hike. If anyone tells you that you can’t hike up Le Morne, or you need to pay money for crossing their land to the mountain, or you need a guide, these are all untrue and just carry on with your hike. The fact is that the Le Morne Brabant hike is well signposted and popular so there are nearly always other hikers around.

The first half of the hike is relatively easy with only a slight incline but once you reach the first plateau, the trail becomes more challenging. This hike does require some degree of fitness and experience—it’s quite a bit more challenging than you may think by just looking at it. If you do venture up there, be sure to
take your camera with you as the views are magnificent.

Finally, all your efforts will be rewarded with spectacular panoramic views over the mountains and the underwater waterfall.

Distance: 7 km round trip
Height: 556 meters
Difficulty: Moderate
Total duration: 3 to 5 hours

Since being on the Island I've been fortunate to go out on many Catamaran trips and have always enjoyed the experience. Even when it rains or the sea was a little choppy the cats. have plenty of places to go and relax to wait for the sun to come out again.
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There are many, many catamaran operators on the island and I have listed a few that I know of in the link below which will give you details such as price range, website, videos, open times, and contact details. If you have any you would like to recommend please let me know.
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There are a number of catamaran tour operators on the island and you can link to a list we know of below which will give you details on price, location, and contact details.

I have indulged in quad biking tours and safaris on several occasions when friends and family have visited the island and every time it's been different and every time I have had a ball!
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Some advice for your ride, don't wear anything white as it will change to a mud colour. Take a mask and something to cover your mouth from dust and wear glasses for the same reason. Apart from those items, you will have a blast.
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There are a number of quad bike tour operators on the island and you can link to a list we know of below which will give you details on price, location, and contact details.

Without a doubt, swimming with dolphins in their natural environment is an unforgettable experience. Here in Mauritius, there are many dolphin tour operators that can take to out for a few hours to enjoy this wonderful experience.
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For some people the experience is something mystical, for others, it is like returning to our origins, for everybody it is a lifetime experience!
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Dolphin swimming trips will last about last 3-4 hours and allow each swimmer to enter the water at least 2-3 times.
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To get the most out of the experience, some confidence with fins, masks, and snorkel is useful.
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There are a number of dolphin tour operators on the island and you can link to a list we know of below which will give you details on price, location, and contact details.

For Mauritians, Horse Racing is a way of life and is supported by many fans. The Champ de Mars was founded in 1812, making it one of the oldest race tracks in the world and whose horsing racing season starts in March and ends in the first weekend of December.
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When you arrive at the Champ de Mars Race Course you pass over the race trace itself entering via a busy stream of cars, motorcycles, and people on foot, supervised by the local police between races.

As a spectator, you have (in general) three options in where you watch the racing.

Firstly, inside the track which is free and always has a large crowd of local Mauritians enjoying not just the racing also but food and drink available at the local stalls.

Secondly, you could pay for access to the Grandstand or if you are lucky to be invited into one of the private boxes.

Or Thirdly, and my personal favourite, watch from the Grandstand trackside level. To do this you must once again cross the racecourse on foot to reach the grandstand and pay a small amount for an entry ticket.

Once across, you can enter the area at the back of the Grandstand to lay bets, have a drink or snack, and take in the atmosphere of the race day. I will not spoil the surprise but to me, this place is simply magical!

While the stress and drama of life in a big city and an increasingly competitive world persist, waterfalls are a perfect means of getting away from it all for a moment of peace and tranquility.
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Regardless of whether it’s a local day trip on a weekend morning, waterfalls are places most people only dream about.
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With waterfalls serving as a hiking or trip goal, you know where you're going, roughly how much time to budget, and we’d ultimately wind up with a sense of accomplishment while getting all the other benefits of spending quality time in Nature (e.g. exercise, quality time, rejuvenation, precious memories, etc.).

Visiting a waterfall is a very special experience and Mauritius has many beautiful waterfalls so take the time to at least visit one.

If you like rum Mauritius is the place to be! Here are some of the island's Rum producers. I have been to both Chamarel and Labourdonnaies and can highly recommend the tours and the rum.
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Chamarel (also see Chamarel Rhumerie in the 'Top 10 Restaurants and Top 10 Attractions'
https://www.rhumeriedechamarel.com
Labourdonnais
https://domainedelabourdonnais.com
St Aubin
No website
Pink Pidgeon
No website
Green Island
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Blue Mauritius
http://www.bluemauritiusgold.com
New Grove
https://www.newgrove.mu/en/

Enjoy spectacular aerial views of Mauritius.

Flying over Mauritius is a great way to take in the scale landmarks, coves, and remote beaches that line the Mauritian coastline, and you’ll touch down in the crystal blue water of the Indian ocean.

From gentle take-off to smooth touchdown, relax and enjoy the ride as you cruise over historic sights and spectacular landscapes. The water is blue and the islands are gorgeous, so please bring your camera!
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There are a number of Sea plane tour operators on the island and you can link to a list we know of below which will give you details on price, location, and contact details.

There are a number of Safari parks in Mauritius and we've provided a link to the ones we know of below. Here you will find location map links, price guides, opening hours, videos, and contact details.
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The safari I have tried is the one at Casela in the west which I took advantage of the use of a Quad Bike and double my fun for the day and seeing deer, zebra, ostrich, African antelope.
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Casela also offers the ability to see animals such as rhinos, lions, tigers, giraffes, and many, many more on foot throughout the park.
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There are a number of Safari tour operators on the island and you can link to a list we know of below which will give you details on price, location, and contact details.