There’s much to do and see on a tropical island. Day eco-tours are a great way to sample not only privileged island-sights, but also authentic island cuisine.
There is so much to explore in Mauritius! And when, just a few years ago, visitors went for the white sandy beaches and the hotel activities, they have nowadays discovered that the island offers an amazing array of exciting, adventurous and thrilling holiday attractions.
Ranging from diving, snorkelling, boating and kayaking right up to canyoning, quad-biking horse riding, zip lining and skydiving, anyone with the appropriate fitness level can find the leisure activity that suits them best. Rare plant and bird-species wait to be discovered in the National Park, which is criss-crossed by a system of trails for nature-lovers with any degree of endurance.
But that is by far not it! A range of sustainable day tours enables an encounter with the unique nature of Mauritius, its beautiful but fragile eco-system, multi-faceted religious and cultural life. Eco-tours grant insights into the sizzling melting pot which is Mauritius; not only as far as races go, but also concerning the mouth-watering island cuisine and amazing history.
Travellers with children might like a visit of a Nature Park, where they can meet animals up-close and choose their favourite activities. Or else opt for a leisurely catamaran cruise, with included snorkelling stops to discover the fascinating underwater life of the turquoise lagoon. Most catamaran cruises are topped by a visit to the outer isles, where passengers are treated with a barbecue of grilled fish and specially prepared sweet tasting local banana.
For those who have dreamed to fly, zip lines opportunities to make you admire nature in flight - just like a bird. 10 zip-lines, with the smallest measures 60 meters and the longest takes you to 200 meters at an altitudes from 20 meters to 40 meters. Children and adults are not surprisingly taken by the excitement of fly over a river, trees, and rocks discovering the landscapes with its fauna and flora.
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A 10,000 ft Tandem Skydive is one of the newest activities introduced in Mauritius. It takes place over the north east coast of the island - Riviere Du Rempart.
The activity consist of a briefing with an instructor, a plane ride to reach altitude, freefall and a flight under canopy before landing
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A speed boat outing from the west coast of Mauritius, starts early morning for an encounter of the dolphins that have made the lagoon their home. If luck is on your side the encounter become more personal with swimming alongside the dolphins. In any case there will also be enough time for some snorkeling.
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Discover the northern isles of Mauritius with a cruise to Flat Island and Coin De Mire Island on a small catamaran for a more intimate tour. The trip will be like one of the picture-postcard with the beaches of Flat Island, enjoy swimming and snorkeling in the beautiful lagoon surrounding by the Islands Gabriel and Flat. Tropical BBQ and drinks included.
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Discover the south-east coast of Mauritius on a speedboat. The largest lagoon of the island created by a long coral reef barrier. We start snorkelling in the Blue Bay Marine Park, before the speed boat trip of the Old Grand Port a historical battle ground where Napoleon won his only naval battle over the British in 1810. We also visit La Passe Island, Lighthouse Island.
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Sailing the turquoise lagoon of Old Grand Port; the first port of the island and where the first settlers started explored the island along the cost to Ile aux Cerfs (Deer island). You will discover some nice snorkelling, the visit to the Grand River South East Waterfalls, enjoy the sandy beach of Ile aux Cerfs and the mountains scenery.
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Ride through the domain, navigating rough terrain and sometimes muddy tracks that lead to the Mare Longue Reservoir. This is an invigorating full day activity that is sure to get the heart pumping! The trail takes you through the rich natural environment of Mauritius, with endemic plants and trees all around you.
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Discover the other side of Mauritius where we travel inland and upwards approx 600 meters above sea level. We visit The Holy lake at Grand Bassin and the 35 m tall statue of god Shiva, we continue through the National Park stopping at Alexandra Falls, Black River Gorges and to visit a small mountain village “Chamarel”. Here we joye a traditional lunch, visit a rum factory, the highest waterfall of the island and the 7 coloured earth.
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An exceeding Half Day or a full day big game fishing trip. You will explore the deep blue sea of the south west off the island in hope of catching a fight with one of the many predators of the ocean. The Fishing boat is a fiberglass boat of 40 feet long that have been conceived specially for Big Game Fishing. It also offers comfort and can accommodate up to 12 passengers.
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