The first people to set foot on the island of Mauritius were Arab sailors and merchants. Arabs merchant ships have been sailing the Indian Ocean for centuries. Important trading routes linked the east coast of Africa and Madagascar with the Arabian peninsula, India and Indonesia.

The Mascarenes Islands were a long way off the usual trading routes of Arab

or Indian sailors. Perhaps the islands were discovered when a cyclone (hurricane) caught an Arab dhow unaware and pushed it towards Mauritius. Evidence that points to the discovery of the Mascarenes Archipelago by Arab seamen comes from copies of Portuguese maps of the early 16th century that depict a group of three small islands south east of Madagascar that bear Arabic names.

In 1498, the Portuguese explorer Vasco Da Gama succeeded in rounding the cape of Good Hope and called at various Arab-Swahili cities along the East African coast on his way northwards. It was at one of those city ports that an Arab or Indian pilot showed him the way to Goa, India. Within the next ten years, numerous Portuguese expeditions explored the Indian Ocean, visiting Madagascar, the Seychelles and the Comoros Islands.

Around 1507, the Portuguese seaman Fernandez Pereira sighted Mauritius and named it Cerne. The group of islands consisting of Mauritius, Reunion and Rodrigues were given the names of Mascarenes after the Portuguese captain, Pero Mascarenhas.

The Portuguese never attempted to settle on any of the Mascarene islands. They were more interested in protecting their trade routes with India and therefore established settlements along the coast of Mozambique instead.

Therefore the first Europeans to have visited Mauritius were the Portuguese at the beginning of the sixteenth century (most probably in 1510). However, the Dutch who settled in the island in 1598 named it Mauritius after Prince Maurice of Nassau. Among other things, the Dutch introduced sugar cane and the Java deer before leaving in 1710.

During French colonial rule, from 1767 to 1810, the capital and main port, Port Louis, became an important centre for trade, privateering, and naval operations against the British. In addition, French planters established sugarcane estates and built up their fortunes at the expense of the labour of slaves brought from Africa. The French patois, or colloquial language, which evolved among these slaves and their freed descendants, referred to as Creole, has become the everyday language shared by most of the island’s inhabitants. French is used in the media and literature, and the Franco-Mauritian descendants of the French settlers continue to dominate the sugar industry and economic life of modern Mauritius.

The British captured the island in 1810 and gave up sovereignty when Mauritius became independent in 1968. During this period, the French plantation aristocracy maintained its economic, and, to a certain degree, its political prominence. The British abolished slavery but provided for cheap labour on the sugar estates by bringing nearly 500,000 indentured workers from the Indian subcontinent. The political history of Mauritius in the twentieth century revolves around the gradual economic and political empowerment of the island’s Indian majority

Best Time to Visit

Climate

Mauritius enjoys a relatively mild climate. Although temperatures are rather moderate throughout the year with occasional rainfall, the most pleasant times to visit the island are between the months of April and June and between September and December.

As Mauritius is located in the southern hemisphere, the summer and winter months are opposite to seasons in Europe.

Seasons

Summer: November to April

The weather is hot and humid during these months, with peaks in temperatures occurring in the months of December, January and February.

Rainfall is abundant, especially on the central plateau. The highest rainfall normally occurs in the months of February and March.

Daylight hours typically run from 5.30am to 7.00pm.

This is the best time for scuba diving – especially December through to March – and for deep-sea fishing.

The cyclonic season extends right the way through from November to April. Most of the time, the cyclones manage to avoid Mauritius because of the small size of the island. However, if they come close enough, the bad weather may affect vegetation and certain wooden buildings. Please rest assured that beach resorts have been constructed in such a way as to be able to resist strong cyclonic winds.

Your Visa

Hotel & Resort

The Oberoi, Mauritius

The idyllic island of Mauritius with its unspoilt beaches and azure waters offers a unique experience of European, African and Asian cultures. The Oberoi captures the spirit of the island in a resort that combines its abundant natural beauty with refined luxury. The resort is located in 20 acres of beautiful sub-tropical gardens with a 600 meter oceanfront.

Villas with private swimming pools and luxury pavilions offer panoramic views of the ocean. Marble bathrooms with sunken tubs overlook private walled gardens.

The resort offers a range of water sports and recreation like wind surfing, water skiing, diving and sailing.

Rooms & suites

All our rooms come with the following features:

Satellite television & DVD player, Broadband internet access, Electronic safe, Direct dial telephone, Personal bar, 24 hours private dining

Every room features a romantic four-poster bed. Wooden slatted ceilings and wall-to-wall restful neutral tones contribute to a feeling of relaxed grandeur. Each bathroom has a separate shower stall and a sunken bath in palest marble overlooking an open-air walled garden.

The hotel Villas, each with its own lush gardens and dining gazebo, most of them overlooking a private swimming pool with, views of the sea make an exclusive and luxurious retreat for those seeking privacy

Dining

The restaurant at The Oberoi, Mauritius features a soaring roof of palm-thatched timbers and panoramic views across the Indian Ocean. Dine inside among the pillars, or outside under the stars on a fabulous menu featuring European, Oriental and Creole dishes, reflecting the multicultural flavour of the island and introducing fresh local fruits, vegetables and spices. With exotic flowers, candles flickering on the surface of the pool, the strange evening song of the frogs and the spectacular sunsets, you could be forgiven for thinking you had gone to heaven.

Dress Code: At the Bar and The Restaurant, our dress code during the day is casual and for the evening it is smart casual. Gentlemen are kindly requested to wear in the evening long trousers and shirts with sleeves. Shorts and swimwear may not be worn in the Restaurant or Bar after 6.00 p.m.

Spa

While the sun, sand and ocean breeze soothe the spirit, treat your body to a session of revitalisation and relaxation. Get pampered by Indonesian trained therapists in exquisitely appointed Spa Suites surrounded by lush sub-tropical gardens. Holistic treatments drawn from Ayurveda, Aromatherapy and Eastern techniques combine with exotic beauty treatments to reenergise you from within and without. The azure waters of the Indian Ocean sparkle in inspiration as you restore the inner balance of the body with sessions of yoga and meditation. Begin your journey of transformation at the Oberoi Spa.

The Oberoi
Turtle Bay
Pointe aux Piments
Mauritius

+230 204 3600

http://www.oberoihotels.com/oberoi_mauritius/index.asp

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Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita

Everything natural, modern, rustic and luxurious – you’ll find it at Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita, a secluded and spacious luxury resort where you can spend all day coasting across the water in your own sailing boat, tour a former sugar plantation, make friends with a giant tortoise, and afterwards fall asleep under the stars.

Open the door to a luxury resort villa filled with sunlight, natural wood furnishings and sublime views of mountains, mangroves and the azure-coloured beachfronts. Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita is a place of quiet seclusion to rest, do business or relax after a long day of sightseeing, shopping and sports. Our staff anticipate what you need, then provide it, leaving you free to savour each moment of your time in Mauritius. Compare our rooms or view our special offers.

From a casual sushi lunch served poolside to a multi-course dinner under the stars, our chefs put creativity, and attention to detail into every aspect of our cuisine.

Set against the Indian Ocean, the Spa is a natural, hypnotic haven where an infusion of Afro-Indian cultures combine to revitalize guests through a blend of therapies that are as diverse as Mauritius itself.

golf

Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita

Tel.                    (230) 402 3100

http://www.fourseasons.com/mauritius/

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Shanti Maurice – A Nira Resort

One of the best beaches in Mauritius. The most elegant, extensive collection of private villas. The warmest of welcomes and an array of pursuits providing opportunities to do everything or absolutely nothing. All accompanied by sincere service that comes straight from the heart.

The suites and villas at Shanti Maurice are all ocean-facing and are among the most generously proportioned in Mauritius. The villas all have private pools and are surrounded by exotic private gardens, terraces and courtyards.

Fresh, exquisite and unforgettable

The culinary art is sacred at Shanti Maurice, an unforgettable mix of inherent and artisanal experiences. Fresh from the ocean, our garden or nearby farms, our chefs offer local produce and imaginative choices. With casual beach barbeques, fine Cape-inspired dining at our oceanfront restaurant and simple, healthy fare from our Garden Wok menu, we cater to the most discerning of palates.

Awaken your senses

One of the most spacious spas in the Indian Ocean, we combine age-old Ayurvedic regimes with contemporary international treatments. Our spa therapists work with nutritionists, personal trainers, Yoga masters and Ayurvedic physicians to encourage optimum health, mental wellbeing, revitalised senses, positive dietary changes and spiritual awakening.

KIDS CLUB

Our specially designed Kids Club is set within its own grounds beside the Nira Spa and comes complete with its own toddler’s pool, games room (including snooker, table football and tennis), children’s DVD films, computers, Play Station and Wii games.

A weekly activities programme, crammed with fun-filled pursuits, such as flower making, kids yoga, face painting and musical games ensure our younger guests are entertained during their stay with us. In addition, field trips are arranged to the nearby Crocodile park and Casela bird sanctuary, where our younger ones can make friends of the furry or scaled variety.

Additional activities include for instance:

• Walking and playing on the beach
• Drawing and painting for fun
• Musical games
• Aerobics fun
• Shell painting
• Creating paper animals and other shapes using you imagination
• Beach games
• Tennis
• Puzzles
• Face painting
• Play Doh

Beach

Experience Mauritius

An island of beauty and charm… Clear warm waters and white sandy beaches make tropical dreams come true on Mauritius. After a day experiencing our world-famous watersports – most of which are offered on a complimentary basis to resort guest – enjoy an unparalleled view of the sun setting over the Indian Ocean before heading to one of our trendy bars, restaurants and clubs, all of which buzz with life. From there, contemplate how to fill tomorrow: a walk in one of our stunning nature reserves, perhaps, or a day relaxing at the spa. Life is full of pleasant decisions on Mauritius…

Mauritius is the ideal destination for a family trip because parents do not have to sacrifice quality for convenience here. The warm Mauritian welcome and the island’s safe beaches and gentle seas make the destination a great place for a family getaway.

Mauritius has something for everyone.

Children will enjoy:
• The interactive exhibits at L’Aventure du Sucre.
• Over-sized water lilies, deer and tortoises at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam (SSR) Botanical Garden.
• Giant tortoises and crocodiles at La Vanille Reserve des Mascareignes.

• Exploring science and technology at the Rajiv Gandhi Centre.
• Horse-riding, quad-biking and either horse-drawn carriage or train rides through the beautiful estate of Domaines Les Pailles.
• 4 x 4 off road-trips at Espace Adventure.
• Watching dolphins from a catamaran launched at Tamarin.
• A day with birds, monkeys and lions at Casela Bird Park.

• The variety of marine life at the Aquarium at Pointe aux Biches
• A fun day out at Caudan Waterfront in Port Louis, with its train ride, children’s park and multiple games.
• A day at Trou aux Cerfs to view a dormant volcano crater.
• A day with the lions at Safari Adventures.
• Endless days on the beach.

Enjoy a new Lions Drive Through Attraction in Mauritius

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Watersports

Imagine pristine waters and clear blue skies greeting you at every turn as you enjoy kite-surfing, deep-sea fishing or a sailboat charter off the coast. Mauritius’ waters are packed with activities and excitement.

Watersports

Mauritius is an idyllic location for Sea Kayaking. It ‘s beautiful vast protected lagoons offer great paddling experiences. From mangroves mazes to river mouths, as well as huge crystal clear lagoons & isolated islets. And for the more experienced paddlers, open water crossings are available.

Deep-Sea Fishing

This exhilarating sport can be undertaken between November and April. The main species that can be found in Mauritian waters are blue and black marlins, sharks, tuna and bonito. Fishing boats can be hired from most hotels and resorts.

A number of deep-sea fishing competitions have become regular events over recent years. The most prestigious of these is the Marlin World Cup, which takes place every December.   The main fishing centres are around Rivière Noire, Le Morne, Flic en Flac, Trou aux Biches and Grand Baie.

Your Deep Sea Fishing Guide

Best time to fish: November to April

Species found in Mauritius: Blue or black marlin, all types of sharks, several varieties of tuna (skipjack, yellow fin and dog tooth), sailfish, bonitos, dorado, wahoo and barracuda.

Equipment: Fully-equipped fishing boats can be hired from most hotels.

Competitions: A number of deep-sea fishing competitions have become regular events over recent years. The most prestigious of these is the Marlin World Cup, which takes place every December.

Kite-Surfing

Mauritius is now renowned among kite-surfing enthusiasts for its quality and variety of kite-surfing locations. These range from Anse la Raie and Cap Malheureux in the north to Poste Lafayette and Belle Mare in the east, and Pointe d’Esny near Blue Bay in the south.

Arguably, one of the very best places to do a spot of kite-surfing is Le Morne on the west coast, which is renowned for its blustery

Blue Safari – The Submarine

Experience a unique and spectacular way of diving – without ever getting wet – on-board a real submarine! Comfortably seated in an air-conditioned cabin under atmospheric pressure, you will discover the magic of Mauritius’ vibrant marine and coral life at depths of 35 metres under the sea.

Over the course of your 45 minute journey, you will visit the ship-wrecked ‘Star Hope’, corals and a 17th Century anchor. A fabulous experience, the Blue Safari Submarine is open to everyone from the ages of two to 77.

Blue Safari – Tête à Tête Lunches 35 Metres Beneath the Sea

Nowhere else in the world can you experience an hour and a half lunch for two at such depths. In this ‘once in a lifetime’ excursion, you will be served a gastronomic meal with the finest wine of your choice. The submarine’s pilot will attend to you personally, serving you with a welcome drink, a delicious meal, coffee and dessert.

This has to be one of the most original ways for two people to celebrate a special event.

Blue Safari – The Sub-Scooter

Enjoy the thrill of piloting your own underwater scooter three metres beneath the sea’s surface.

During this 35 minute experience, individuals or couples will be accompanied on their scooter by qualified scuba divers, thus ensuring they are in safe hands to witness Mauritius’ marine fauna and flora from the large, transparent panoramic cupola that rests on their bike.

Participants need to know how to swim in order to hire a sub-scooter.

Minimum age: eight years.

BS 600

The Blue Safari Submarine also offers exclusive dives with the BS 600 Submarine:  •Exclusive reservation of the BS 600 submarine (two to five people).  •Lunch for two.  •Champagne at 35 metres (two to four persons).  •Underwater weddings (three to five people).

The cylinder-shaped methacrylate cabin of the BS 600 Submarine is entirely transparent, thus offering an incomparable panoramic view of the ocean.

For all exclusive dives, you will be greeted by a private hostess who will guide you to a transfer boat, booked especially for you.

Blue Safari Submarine

Royal Road, Grand Bay, MAURITIUS

bluesaf@intnet.mu

dept.commercial@blue-safari.com

Tel : (+230)  263 3333

Fax : (+230)  263 3334

http://www.blue-safari.com/

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Diving in Mauritius

With 330 kilometres of coastline encircled by a coral barrier reef that protects the turquoise lagoons of the island, Mauritius offers exclusive diving experiences to its visitors all year round.

With its safe lagoons stretching up to the barrier reef, its passes, drop-offs and wrecks, the island provides a wide variety of dives for both beginners and those with more experience.

What is great about diving in Mauritius is the proximity to shore. Although most of the more challenging dive sites are found outside of the barrier reef, they are still invariably reached with a 20-minute boat ride.

What’s more, Mauritian and Rodriguan dive centres place a lot of emphasis on the preservation of the Indian Ocean’s fragile, sub-aquatic landscape. You won’t find yourself clamouring for space at a crowded dive site here. Nor will you see boats being anchored – thus potentially breaking up a precious section of coral. Mooring buoys are used instead, in line with Mauritius Scuba Diving Association (MSDA) guidelines

Royal Road
Beau Bassin
230
Mauritius
msda@intnet.mu
(+230) 454 00 11
(+230) 454 00 11
http://www.msda.mu

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Sailing

The islets around Mauritius offer great potential for catamaran or yacht excursions – most of which include snorkelling trips, barbecues and Sega performances. Other sea excursions include sub-scooter, under-sea walk and submarine trips.

Dolphin-watching   Introduced a couple of years ago, dolphin-watching is now very popular. Excursions are mainly organised on the west coast.

Phone: +230 263 8395/96     Fax: +230 263 7814    Mobile: +230 7109072

http://www.isla-mauritia.com/en/home_en.html

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Enjoy a unique Exclusive and Private Catamaran Cruise
to Gabriel Island with its breathtaking beaches, lagoons and coral
reefs

http://mauritius-luxury.com/exclusive-catamaran-cruise-gabriel-island-breakfast-lunch-p-72.html

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Mauritius is not simply about sun, sea and sand. There is a whole other dimension to experience on the island, in the midst of its lush vegetation. Those who love nature will find much to love here.

One of the main ‘green’ attractions is the Black River Gorges National Park, which extends over 16,680 acres and provides a haven to highly endangered native plants and animals. It plays home to around 311 species of native and endemic flowering plants and nine species of birds that can only be found in Mauritius.

Green tourism is rapidly growing through the number of reserves and ‘domaines’ that are beginning to open up to tourists as well. Together, they offer many activities ranging from trekking to canyoning to horse-riding, plus exceptional panoramic viewpoints over the beautiful Mauritian landscape.

Safari Jeep trip in Mauritius

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Sky Diving

Sky-diving is a relatively new activity to Mauritius, but extreme sport lovers will nonetheless appreciate the skydiving options available on the island.

Enjoy a spectacularly scenic flight – possibly the most visually outstanding tandem sky-dive you can imagine. Every moment of these 3,000 metre, adrenaline-packed trips will have your heart thumping.

SKYDIVE AUSTRAL
Z.I. Mon Loisir Sugar Estate Riviere du Rempart, Mauritius
+(230) 499-5551
+(230) 421-4987
info@skydivemauritius.com

http://www.skydivemauritius.com/

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HELICOPTER FLIGHTS: PREMIUM SERVICE FROM AIR MAURITIUS
Our company offers a range of helicopter services to take you directly to your hotel or provide you with an opportunity to discover Mauritius in a truly original way – an option that saves time and makes for an unforgettable experience!

Contact Us

Mailing Address Air Mauritius Helicopter Services  SSR International Airport  Plaine Magnien  Mauritius  Business hours 06.00 to 19.00 daily (including public holidays and Sundays) Phone (230) 603 3754/5/6/7 Fax (230) 637 4104

 E-mail helicopter@airmauritius.com

http://www.airmauritius.com/helicopter.htm

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Hunting in Mauritius

Le Chasseur Mauricien

Hunting enthusiasts, rejoice!

Explore your passion for deer hunting and add to your exotic trophies with expert guidance from Lionel Berthault.

The Mauritius Challenge

Mauritius is the only place in the world where you can shoot a golden-medal Java Deer early in the morning, catch a big Marlin in the afternoon and shoot a Brown pig in the evening! Big fish, Java Deer, Wild Brown Pig, Pheasant, Hare and Japanese Partridge – If our Big Six interest you, hunt with us.

Le Chasseur Mauricien – Lionel Berthault,
Manick Lane – Palma Road ,
Quatre Bornes,
ILE MAURICE
Mobile : +230 746 83 70
Fax : +230 427 15 83
Emails
lechasseurmauricien@hotmail.com
lionelberthault@hotmail.com
contact@lechasseurmauricien.com

http://www.lechasseurmauricien.com/intro_main.php?page=home&lang=en

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Domaine des 7 Vallées

Located at Mare-Aux-Vacoas, at the centre of Mauritius, the Domaine des 7 Vallées is today a unique concept in Eco tourism with more than 4000 hectares of pristine wilderness awaiting your exploration.

Enjoy our breathtaking hunting facilities with amongst others, deers and wild boars on your shooting list or simply discover our forests, valleys, streams, ponds and waterfalls in perfect harmony with wildlife. Add some adrenaline to your exploration with our quad or mountain biking outings!

The Domaine des 7 Vallées represents the vision of a man, Alain O`Reilly, in his deep belief in the Eco Tourism Development of Mauritius together with the traditional Sea, Sand and Sun definition of the destination.

Alain O`Reilly is the father of Ecotourism in Mauritius since far back in 1987 when he opened a Domain in the South East.

In line with a world tendency towards the protection of the environment Alain O’Reilly decides, in 2006, to acquire 7 Valleys in the center of the island and to create the Domaine des 7 Vallées fourty times bigger

address: Domaine des 7 Vallées, Ligne Barrique,
Mare aux Vacoas

tel: (+230) 631
3336

fax: (+230) 631 3198

d o m a i n e d e s 7 v a l l e e s . c om

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Tourist Villages

Local company Tourist Villages Co. Ltd recently launched its first tourist village in the town of Mahébourg. Situated in the gardens of the town’s naval museum, the retail space accommodates about 20 permanent exhibitors, all from Mahébourg region. All the items offered for sale are local handicraft creations.

In view of offering stand space to the maximum of operators, 11 individual craftsmen and two associations were selected. Preference was given to craftsmen from the south of the island who showed interest and responded to the invitation of Tourist Villages Co. Ltd.

This was a great opportunity for the 60 artisans represented by the Arts and Crafts Manufacturers Association of Mauritius (ACMAM) to promote their handicraft.

A second stand was also provided to Le movement Pour l’Autosuffisance Alimentaire – an association consisting of 12 member craftsmen from Vieux Grand Port who make handicraft from the pandanus (Vacoas) region.

Shopping

Take a little something back home, be it a diamond necklace or a cashmere pashmina, a rack of spices or a colourful basket. Mauritius has shopping opportunities for all!

Duty & Customs

Duty-free items available in Mauritius now include popular photographic and cinematographic equipment and accessories, watches and clocks, cellular phones and other types of telephony elements, paintings, engravings and antiques, sunglasses and binoculars.

Duty isn’t applied to leatherwear and jewels, and levies have been reduced on perfumes and cosmetics.

VAT Refunds

Visitors returning home after a trip to Mauritius can claim a VAT refund at the airport by showing receipts and the corresponding purchased goods.

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Sega dance

Every Mauritian is brought up with the Sega dance. With its rhythmic, lively music and colourful Creole lyrics, the Sega is regarded nationally as a dance that expresses freedom and ‘ joie de vivre’.

Despite this ‘feel-good’ vibe, it is interesting to note that the dance actually originated from slaves brought from Africa. Dancing around the fire at the end of a hard day’s work was their way of temporarily dispelling the painful moments of their miserable existence. Today, however, Sega has been adopted as the national dance, and can be heard and seen everywhere – from hotels to shopping malls. Expect to find local spontaneous Sega parties around a bonfire in remote village areas or on one of the island’s beautiful beaches.

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National Museums

National Museums

The Natural History Museum, Port Louis: A classified building in Mauritius’ list of historical monuments, this interesting property houses displays of land and marine species, a Dodo skeleton, and images of other extinct or endangered species.

The oldest stuffed specimen in the museum is a Mauritian Dutch Pigeon that was killed in 1826. A skeleton of a Rodrigues Solitaire, discovered in Caverns Patate in 1900, is also exhibited in the gallery.

Other important scientific treasures are the unique but sadly incomplete skeletons of a Mauritian Red Rall and the Giant Mauritian Lizard – once the biggest lizard in the world. There is also a preserved specimen of the now-extinct Round Island Burrowing Boa.

The National History Museum, Mahébourg: This old colonial house, dating from the 18th Century, depicts the main episodes in Mauritius’ vibrant history. Old maps, delicate china, corsairs’ swords, ancient powder guns and remnants of shipwrecks are all on display here.

http://mauritiusmuseums.com/

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 Mauritius Tea Route

“The Tea Route” offers a 3-step tour where you will discover the history of our island and its people, traditions and local flavors. You will visit the colonial period houses and gardens, discover the rum distillation processes and essential oils, the know-how of tea culture and other local sights. We propose also the organization particular events. Our restaurant “Le Saint Aubin” and “Bois Chéri” and his team of professionals offer a full range of activities and services catering to high level for all types of functions. should also be noted that since 2007, you the opportunity to stay in a house Creole freshly arranged for peaceful and relaxing weekend at the Auberge Le Saint Aubin.

http://www.saintaubin.mu/larouteduthe/default.aspx

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Restaurant

La Table du Château

tel: (230) 266 7172

fax: (230) 266 8246

“Le Jardin de Beau Vallon”, where the local flavours unite with those of other continents, where tradition unites with innovation, reflects the hybrid creativity of our chefs, served by a zealous staff in a cheerful “table-d’hôte” style.

In the estate surrounding the “Le Jardin de Beau Vallon”, several fruit trees such as litchis, mangos, avocados as well as other tropical plants reign. The park offers a unique setting for functions and events such as cocktails and seminars.

   Come and enjoy our swimming pool corner to relax you while sampling one of our cocktails, our pizzas, Paninis, and grills to the pleasure of yours children!

address: Beau Vallon, Mahebourg

tel: (230) 631 2850

fax: (230) 631 2850

http://www.lejardindebeauvallon.com/

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Restaurant Rêve d’R, Mauritius

One of the distinct features of  Restaurant Rêve d’R is that its seafood products are the best, in terms of  quality and variety. Its fresh seafood products are second to none. All its  seafood products are sourced from the best suppliers, local fishermen and fish  banyans, and also from renowned international suppliers who have achieved  excellence in the seafood business. Crabs, shrimps, prawns, lobsters, oysters, in short, products  that will delight connoisseurs are all available. The restaurant  also serves quality meat and chicken, other fine foods and vegetables also. It  has exclusivity as regards the sale of the best wines sourced from the Doolhof  Wine Estate. Its cuisine is a perfect blend of local food tradition and  gastronomy. The bar, situated within the Constancia Lounge, brings delight and  warmth to visitors.

Telephones :  (230) 282 1414, 282 1515, 283 6113
Fax : (230) 282  1616
Email:  bookings@restaurantreve.com

http://www.restaurantreve.com/index.htm

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Le Chateau Bel Ombre

french cuisine

At the heart of the Domaine de Bel Ombre, Le Château, magnificently restored as a restaurant, provides a venue resplendent with colonial grandeur, reminiscent of Mauritian gone by days. A venue which lends itself to luncheons, dinners or special events.

address: Domaine de Bel Ombre, Bel Ombre,
Mauritius

tel: (230) 601 5516

fax: (230) 601 5555

d o m a i n e d eb e l o m b r e . m u

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La Villa Garden Restaurant

The Garden Villa innovates and now offers its ART GALLERY RESTAURANT…New concept, new decor and new menu…

address: 1331 Chemin 20 Pieds, Péreybère, Grand
Bay

tel: (230) 262 75 52

http://villagarden.restaurant.mu/

C Beach Club

The Domaine de Bel Ombre is adding a beach club to its diverse range of leisure facilities as from December 2010. This new lifestyle rendez-vous in the south of Mauritius aims at being the island’s sea, sand and sun experience by excellence. Located right on the beachfront and adjacent to the Heritage Le Telfair and the Heritage Awali, the C Beach Club appeals to all ages and brings together tropical accents and Mediterranean flavours for genuine moments of cool chic relaxation.

C BEACH CLUB
Domaine de Bel Ombre,
Mauritius
Tel: +230 605 5400
Email: info@cbeachclub.mu

http://www.cbeachclub.mu/mauritius-beach-club/index.php

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