Welcome to Mauritius
Mauritius Attractions Tours
Tourism in Mauritius has taken off towards the end of the 20th century, the government having realized the immense potential. The Mauritius tours offer a fantastic tourism experience of the island and its surroundings. The beautiful scenery and the large number of exciting activities offered to tourists make Mauritius one of the most sought after tourist places in this part of the world. The tourist attractions in Mauritius include beautiful sandy beaches, quaint fishing villages, ruins of old European settlements, and wildlife parks. The island and the region surrounding it support a large number of wildlife species. The marine life is one of the major attractions of Mauritius. Some of the well known tourist attractions in Mauritius are – Chamarel waterfalls, Casela Wildlife Park, Yemen Reserve, Grand bay, Triolet Shivala, and the Balaclava ruins. The beaches of Mauritius include Grand Bay, Pereybere, Belle Mare, and Blue Bay.
Beaches The beaches of Mauritius are some of the best you will ever come across. White sands and blue waters make a striking contrast that is a treat for the eyes of any traveler. The beaches are well cared and offer a host of water sports and activities including water skiing, boating, swimming, sailing, wind surfing, and fishing. The beaches are also the ideal spot to go for a sunbath, and relax with family or friends. The marine life of the region can also be observed from the beaches. The famous beaches of Mauritius are - Grand Bay, Blue Bay, Pereybere, Belle Mare, Flic en Flac, Le Morne and Tamarin. |  |
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Historic The historic sites of Mauritius include the ruins of the European settlements and some other monuments of that period. The Balaclava ruins and the Dutch ruins at Vieux Grand Port offer a glimpse of the medieval history of the island. Remains of the first fortifications and settlements can be seen here. |
Wildlife Mauritius has quite a few wildlife destinations which are home to a wide range of wildlife found in the region, including a large number of rare species. The major wildlife parks in this island are – Black River Gorges National Park, La Vanille Crocodiles Park, Ile aux Aigrettes, and Domaine du Chasseur. The marine life of the region can be witnessed by going underwater in the submersibles available for the purpose. |  |