This full-day cruise takes you on an unforgettable journey to the magnificent Northern Isles. Discover Gabriel Island, Flat Island and Gunner's Quoin. All in one day! Travel in comfort to the magnificent Northern Isles aboard one of our brand new and stunningly beautiful catamaran with a chance to encounter dolphins and whales on this highly informative and unforgettable adventure. A major highlight of the voyage is the spectacular scenery of Gunner’s Quoin and Flat Island, with high sea-cliffs towering into the sky which serve as nesting grounds to large colonies of tropicbirds that are seen soaring and gliding by. We are the only company offering meals, refreshments and activities on Gabriel Island. All island activities and facilities (including dining tables and open bar) are for your exclusive enjoyment.

A team of four experienced monitors is on hand to assist you in the water at all times during your walk, while you are feeding the fish or looking at the corals. A team of four experienced monitors is on hand to assist you in the water at all times during your walk, while you are feeding the fish or looking at the corals. For one or another reason, you has never venture the under water, here is something that will interest you and also it is easy and safe and suitable for all people aged from 7 years old onward. Glasses or contact lenses may be worn, as participants will not get their head wet as they will use a specially designed diving helmet which receives a constant supply of pure fresh air from the surface.

Let the highlight of your holiday in Mauritius be a dream cruise across a magnificent lagoon. Party, sun, sea, white sand and fun, the dolphins, the delicious Creole food as well as the refreshing drinks will ensure an Unforgettable day on the west coast of the island. The catamaran leaves the jetty of Black River in the morning in the direction of Tamarin Bay where you can see hundreds of dolphins.Visitors can see and learn about dolphins. Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing world of these magnificent marine mammals.You will discover the inlets of ‘Grand’ and ‘Petite Riviere Noire’ leading us to the crystal rock and to the palm- covered Ile aux Benitier and to the spectacular Le Morne Mountains such magical destinations

Come and discover the unique world of Big Game Fishing in the tropical water of Mauritius with US. Mauritius is a real deep-sea fishing paradise. You would be able to try your luck with blue marlins, black marlins, sharks, yellow-fin tunas, skipjack tunas, sailfish, wahoos, barracudas among others. These predators feed close to the island where the sea bottom falls upto 4000 metres. Mauritius boasts such a reputation that every year a world class competition, the Marlin World Cup, is organised, with anglers coming from all parts of the globe. Among other specimens caught more recently are blue marlins of 1430 lbs and 1355 lbs. Our modern deep-sea fishing boats, well equipped and designed for fishing competition will whisk you, full speed, past the coral reefs to the deep blue waters 20 kms from shore

Let the highlight of your holiday in Mauritius be a dream cruise across a magnificent lagoon. Party, sun, sea, white sand and fun, the waterfalls, the delicious Creole food as well as the refreshing drinks will ensure an Unforgettable day. The catamaran leaves the jetty of Trou d`eau Douce in the morning in the direction of the waterfalls of the Black River South East. The waterfalls are not just a pleasure for the eye; you also have the possibility to enjoy a refreshing swim in the fresh water basin. Well fortified you will stop” Ile aux cerfs”, where you can spend part of the afternoon discovering the famous island. Lunch is served on board the catamaran, while moored behind Ile aux Cerfs. After your delicious lunch take the time to discover the island of Ile aux Cerfs before boarding the catamaran again at around 15hr00 the return to Trou d’eau douce by 16h00.

If you have ever dreamed of getting up close and personal with wild dolphins, don’t miss your opportunity! We set sails early from Grand Bay and head south towards Tamarin and its resident population of bottlenose and spinner dolphins. By the time we get there the dolphins – sometimes up to 200 of them – will be busy playing and splashing around and you may even get a chance to swim with them! After your wild encounter with dolphins, you will have plenty of opportunities to snorkel in crystal clear waters among countless colourful tropical fish while your crew will be busy preparing a sumptuous BBQ buffet. In the background, Le Morne Brabant, perhaps Mauritius’ most famous landmark will provide great photo opportunities!

Sailing off at a leisurely pace into Grand Bay’s spectacular sunset aboard a magnificent catamaran while you sit back and relax with a refreshing cocktail from the bar has to be one of the finest ways to end the day or begin your night. Sunsets here on the north-west coast of Mauritius are legendary, and the best way to experience one is from the ocean. Large pods of dolphins, looking for rest and shelter for their young ones, are often spotted at that time of day. Our sunset cruises allow you to take in the full splendour of historical Grand Bay, and take you as far as Gunner’s Quoin and its spectacular sea cliffs from where you get excellent views of the other northern isles and of the central mountain chain of Mauritius. Our catamarans, with their large open seating areas on deck and at the front and rear, are uniquely designed for sunset viewing, photograph taking and socializing. They also have a bar facility, a top-of-the-line stereo system and a tasteful music collection.

Were you always curious about the undersea world? Then don’t miss this opportunity to explore the fascinating undersea world in full security and without becoming wet! Step into the submarine “Blue Safari” which brings you to about 40 metre depth after a small amount of security information has been given to you. While gliding through the water see big banks of coral and fish in wonderful colours and forms. The dive takes around 40 minutes and after a small surprise will be waiting for you.

Do you want to feel like Her Majesty’s 007 secret agent? Well now you can! You can live a unique experience in the world. You may ride our Blue Safari Sub-scooter yourself or be accompanied to explore the great diversity of corals at our site in Mont Choisy. This unique 2 person submarine scooter is approved and certified by the appropriate international authorities for design and safety at sea. Since there is no need for a regulator, riders can communicate with each other and express their instant delight under water while discovering the fauna and flora.

Horse racing was introduced in Mauritius in 1812 by Alfred Draper; a British Colonel whose aim was to earn the esteem of the French population of the island after the French army was defeated by the English in 1810. Racing is certainly the most popular sport in Mauritius, attracting huge crowds at its meetings at Le Champ de Mars. We offer facilities to attend such meetings in the comfort of a private lodge on the 1st floor, right over the paddock, with an open balcony, overlooking the whole racecourse, only a few meters after the Finish Post

You might wonder how much fun can parasailing along an exotic beach may look like, at Elegant Destinations we make your dreams come true. Parasailing is the ideal excursion for those looking for a special sea-air activity. Parasailing offers you a breathtaking bird's eye view of the beautiful lagoon and beaches of Mauritius, making it one of the best things to do during your holiday. Mauritius Attractions offers you to enjoy parasailing in several different locations in Mauritius. Our professional team invites you to see from the air the beautiful scenery of the Morne Peninsula, Grand Bay & Flic en Flac. Don't miss out of this unique experience"!

The number of kite surfer travelling to Mauritius essentially for windsurfing and kite-surfing is increasing rapidly every year. The easily accessible surfing spots in Mauritius are Tamarin Bay & Le Morne, both on the south-west coast and to a lesser extent at Rivière des Galets (south coast) and Balaclava (north-west coast). Tamarin is ideal for the inexperienced surfer, while Le Morne should be kept for the more experienced surfers. Experienced Kite surfers often consider Le Morne spot to be among the best in the world, but not suitable to inexperienced surfers, as strong winds and strong sea current drag out of the lagoon.

Going off for a holiday on a dream island does not stop you from improving your golf skills. Most of the links are spectacular with the sea as background. Mauritius was the third country where golf was played after UK and India. Mauritius Gymkhana Golf Club, is the oldest golf club in the Southern Hemisphere, and the fourth oldest golf course in the world (1844). Anahita golf course, on the east coast of Mauritius, is the latest link to be opened. Instructors attend to customers’ needs and offer private coaching as well. Golf balls, clubs and caddies can be hired.

The Mauritius scenery is perfect for horse riding, along one of the numerous beaches that line the shore or amongst the lush green interior. The best time for a ride is early morning or late afternoon thus avoiding the heat in the middle of the day. There are lots of stables dotted around the coast and many hotels organize horse riding activities for their guests.

Skin-diving masks and flippers, scuba diving equipment, small discovery submarine or just a swimsuit is all you need to enjoy one of the very pleasurable natural experiences! Mauritius marine life conceals an infinite sea treasure. Its crystal-clear lagoons and magnificent coral beds inhabited by bright colourful fish and moray eels will not fail to surprise the occasional swimmer or diver. The local undersea life around the coastline offers a wide variety.

The garden is known throughout the botanical world for its large collection of indigenous and exotic plants, including the giant Victoria Amazonica water lilies and many species of palm trees. The 60-acre garden boasts of 500 different species of plants, of which 80 are palms. Of particular interest is the Talipot Palm, which dies after a single flowering. The Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden of Pamplemousses is hosting a botanical phenomenon: a talipot palm is in bloom. The talipot flowers once every 30 to 100 years and it is commonly known as the centenary tree in Mauritius. The talipot palm bears the largest inflorescence of any plant, 6 to 8 m long, consisting of one to several million small flowers borne on a branched stalk that forms at the top of the trunk. This event is even more attractive because the plant dies after fruiting. Those who wish to witness this phenomenon are warmly invited to visit the SSR Botanical Garden.

We propose a discovery outing in the African reserve (1 hour) amongst deer, zebra and African antelopes followed by a visit of the 4,500-hectare Yemen nature reserve with its indigenous forest. The outings take place after an initiation circuit has been completed by the participants as part as an evaluation of their capacity to drive a quad. All outings are guided and also followed by a professional photographer whose photos will be available for purchase right after the outing. We recommend that you wear long pants for the 2 hour outing. We will provide helmet, hygienic caps, safety glasses and cold towels after the outing. We also have 2 showers at your disposal.

A unique opportunity to meet, touch and walk with Lions. A myriad of emotions made possible thanks to the team of professionals who watches over this activity. The walk with the lions take place during the coolest hours of the day and the interactions with lions and cheetahs take place all day. Restriction: participants must be 1m50 or more and must not suffer from any handicap. Wooden platforms overlooking the dens will allow the young ones to observe the big cats in a secure environment.

The village of Chamarel in southwest Mauritius is home to two natural wonders - the magnificent Chamarel Falls and the colored earths of Chamarel. The earths are particularly unusual; created by volcanic rocks that cooled at different temperatures, the earths form beautiful patterns of color in the exposed hillsides. And if you mix the colored earth together, they'll eventually settle into separate layers.

The Vanilla Crocodile and Tortoise Park is situated in Riviere des Anguilles in the South of Mauritius, it opened in 1985 it has the name of vanilla because it occupies the valley of a former vanilla growing area. It has a tropical forest with palms, freshwater streams and local flora and fauna. The first crocodiles were imported from Madagascar. There is also a collection of monkey, giant tortoise, rabbits, bats, wild pigs. You will find also one of the largest species of lizard, the giant Phesuma from Madagscar. Find also gift Shops where you can buy some souvenirs. There is also the restaurant where you can eat fresh crocodile meat, “ Le Crocodile affamé”