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MauritiusMauritiusLand of sugar and smilesLying in the Indian Ocean, some1,800 kilometres off the eastcoast of Africa, Mauritius is anoutstandingly beautiful tropicalisland. Its 330-kilometre coastlineof sandy beaches is almost entirelysurrounded by one of the largestunbroken coral reefs in the world,home to more than a thousandspecies of fish. The interior risesto a central plateau, overlookedby mountains reaching up to morethan 800 metres. Of volcanic originand generally sheltered by barriersof coral reefs forming natural, safe,crystal clear lagoons, Mauritius haslong been a dream destination.Known to the Arabs as early as the 10th century, but officially discoveredin 1505 by the Portuguese navigator Pedro Mascarenhas, the island wasoccupied successively by the Dutch and the French and was then cededto Great Britain in 1814. Mauritius became Independent in 1968.Mauritius will enchant you and will uplift your soul by making you feel thatyou belong to the chosen few. Every visitor enjoys personal attention andbehind each smile lies the promise of a unique holiday. The contrast of amultitude of colours and tastes, the island which is set in a turquoise sea,is an oasis of peace and tranquillity. Mauritius fulfils every visitor’sdream of a tropical island – swaying palms, a dazzling blue ocean,white sand beaches, sugarcane fields, towering mountains and theleisurely Mauritian way of life combine to make a truly idyllic setting.Add to this the attractive resorts – ranging from the luxurious to thepleasantly informal, from the intimate (perfect for weddings andhoneymoons) to those offering entertainment and activities for allthe family. Mauritius offers superb diving and many resorts haveprofessionally-run dive schools, with courses catering for everybodyfrom novices to those seekingnight dive and open waterqualifications and most provideinstruction in several languages.SightseeingPamplemousse BotanicalGardens has a vast collectionof indigenous and exotic plants;Trou aux Cerfs is the spectacularcrater of an extinct volcano; andBlack River Gorges National Parkoffers breathtaking vistas.AccommodationResorts range from luxurious topleasantly casual, from theintimate to family-friendly.242

MauritiusExcursionsScenic SouthFull-day seat-in-coach excursionThe south of Mauritius isone of the most scenicparts of the island and thisfull-day tour reveals thedelights of this natural,unspoilt wonderland.ChamarelOur first visit takes youto the town of Curepipeand Trou aux Cerfs,a 300-metre wide craterof a now extinct volcano,which was formed as aresult of volcanic activitymillions of years ago.Your journey continues to Grand Bassin, a lake that has formed inthe crater of another volcano. Then you visit Chamarel to admire the90-metre high waterfalls and the unique seven-coloured earth. Fromhere it is a short journey to Black River Gorges National Park, wherenative forest covers the rugged mountain terrain with superb views ofthe green heart of the island.For lunch we take you to the Domaine Saint Denis – a hunting lodgewith panoramic views and set amidst lush vegetation above Black RiverGorges. After lunch you visit the Mauritius Glass Gallery, where glasses,bowls, vases and lamps are hand-blown from recycled glass. Beforereturning to your hotel we call at Casela Nature & Leisure Park,a reserve that spreads over eight hectares and is home to a varietyof 140 birds and animals from all five continents.Northern IslandsSailingFull-day catamaran cruiseSailing by the catamaran is the perfect way to soak up the sun and marvelat the picture-postcard scenery of Mauritius’s north coast. Enjoy the thrillof sailing on the turquoise blue waters of the Indian Ocean as you arepampered by the friendly crew. Board a stylish catamaran for a magicalsailing adventure across the calm waters of the north coast for a full-dayaround the northern islands.Board the catamaran where you will be welcomed by the skipper who willprovide a short brief about the boat, its facilities and equipment as wellas safety and security measures. We then set sail to the north of Mauritius.The catamaran will arrive at the anchorage at Les Palisades, the shelteredpart of the Flat Island and the protected side of the Gunner’s Quoin Island,where there is greatsnorkelling opportunityfor enthusiasts andpure white sands forsun worshippers. Enjoya delicious barbecuelunch onboardprepared by the crewand spend theafternoon at leisureonboard. In theevening return to theyacht club anddisembark for transferback to your hotel.244

MauritiusResortsFour Seasons Resort Mauritius at AnahitaLocation: East coast – Beau Champ.Cocooned by a private sanctuary, this resort embraces boundlessviews of blue waters and green-blanketed mountains on the Eastcoast of Mauritius. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam InternationalAirport is 30 kilometres away.Tranquil décor rich with natural woods, volcanic stone and otherindigenous materials brings the flavour of Mauritian indoors withthatched-roof architecture filled with surprising design touchesand modern artwork. Overlooking the lagoon, the Beau Champrestaurant serves southern French cuisine with a modern flavour.Indulge with treatments in an over-water spa, instil tranquillityand fill every moment with a sense of natural connection andexquisite retreat. Use of the elegantly designed Ernie Els golfcourse is complimentary to all guests at the resort.Facilities: 123 villas and residences. Four restaurants, bar, 24-hourroom service, shop, hairdresser, business centre, butler service,kids club and teens games room.Garden Pool Villas: These villasare garden-facing and have aprivate sun deck with plungepool. Air-conditioning, hairdryer,bathrobe, TV, DVD, iPod dockingstation, data port, minibar, teaand coffee and safe.Sports and leisure: Outdoorpool, fitness room, water-skiing,jet-skiing, spa, sauna, massage,tennis and golf.Check-in: 1500 hoursCheck-out: 1200 hours.Garden Pool VillaMaradiva Villas Resort & SpaLocation: West coast – Flic en Flac.An exclusive haven of solitude and luxury, this superb resort isspread over 27 acres of scenic landscaped gardens, overlooking theserene, blue waters of Tamarin Bay. Sir Seewoosagur RamgoolamInternational Airport is 55 kilometres away.Drawing on local architectural styles and inspired by French colonial,Indian, African and Arabic designs, each of the resort’s exclusivevillas has its own private plunge pool and butler service. The all-dayrestaurant serves different cuisines. The resort’s spa offers customisedbody treatments ranging from deep muscular massages to relaxingaromatherapy.Facilities: 65 villas and suites. Two restaurants, bar, 24-hour roomservice, shop, hairdresser, beauty salon, business centre, butlerservice, children’s activities and babysitting.Luxury Suite Villas: These large spacious villas offer private pooland terrace. Air-conditioning, hairdryer, bathrobe, TV, CD, DVD,data ports, minibar, tea and coffee and safe.Sports and leisure: Dive centre, glass-bottomed boat rides,deep sea fishing, outdoor pool, fitness room and tennis court.Check-in: 1400 hours/Check-out: 1200 hours.Luxury Suite Villa245

MauritiusResortsThe Oberoi MauritiusLocation: North-west coast, Turtle Bay.The Oberoi Mauritius, a member of ‘The Leading Small Hotelsof the World’, is a truly unique and luxurious resort offering anextraordinary fusion of the rustic charm of a Mauritian villagewith Asian and African influences. Sir Seewoosagur RamgoolamInternational Airport is 65 kilometres away.Exclusivity and privacy are the hallmarks of this resort with72 luxury pavilions and private villas. Dining at the hotel isa unique experience serving gourmet French cuisine witha touch of Mediterranean flavour, Indian and Créole savourydishes specially made to order. The Oberoi Spa by Banyan Treeat the resort is a haven of tranquillity and relaxation offering a rangeof therapies based on natural products and traditional techniqueswhich include Ayurveda and aromatherapy.Facilities: 72 pavilions and villas. Two restaurants, three bars,24-hour private dining, shops, hairdresser, beauty salon, safetydeposit boxes, business centre, babysitting and kids club.Luxury Pavilions: These rooms open on to beautiful gardensand offer fabulous views of the ocean. Air-conditioning, hairdryer,bathrobe, TV, DVD, data ports,minibar, tea and coffee and safe.Sports and leisure: Water-skiing,snorkelling, parasailing, windsurfing,pedalos, glass-bottomed boat rides,Hobie Cats and kayaking. Twobeautifully-landscaped outdoorpools, fitness centre, two floodlittennis courts and a gardenfor relaxing.Check-in: 1400 hoursLuxury Villa with Private PoolCheck-out: 1200 hours.One&Only Le Saint GéranLocation: Flacq, East coast – Belle Mare.This luxurious, sophisticated and exclusive all-suite resort, oftenreferred to as the ‘Grande Dame of Mauritius’, is a legend in itself.This truly beautiful resort is amongst the top hotels of the world.Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is 55 kilometresaway.One&Only Le Saint Géran offers some of the world’s finest andmost innovative cuisine along with a selection of excellent wines.It also offers a high level of personalised service, including 24-hourbutler service. Rasoi is a waterside restaurant offering modernIndian cuisine by Michelin-star chef Vineet Bhatia. The One&OnlySpa is a privileged place for relaxation of mind and body.Facilities: 162 suites and a villa. Three restaurants, four bars,24-hour room service, shopping arcade, hairdresser, beauty salon,safety deposit boxes, business centre, an excellent kids club forchildren’s activities and interconnecting suites. Suitable for thephysically challenged.Junior Suites: These suites are sea or lagoon-facing. Balconyor terrace, air-conditioning, hairdryer, bathrobe, plasma TV, CD,DVD, iPod docking station, wireless connectivity, minibar and safe.Sports and leisure: DiveJunior Suite centre, game fishing,catamaran sailing,glass-bottomed boat rides,snorkelling, windsurfing,water-skiing, outdoor pool,fitness centre, 9-hole golfcourse, five floodlit tenniscourts, volleyball, badmintonand table tennis.Check-in: 1400 hoursCheck-out: 1100 hours.246

MauritiusResortsLe TouessrokLocation: East coast – Trou d’Eau Douce.Occupying a spectacular site on the east coast of Mauritius,Le Touessrok, a member of ‘The Leading Hotels of the World’,with its two adjacent island retreats, is built in the style of aMediterranean village. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam InternationalAirport is 46 kilometres away.The property is linked by a beautiful wooden bridge to FrangipaniIsland on which 98 suites are located in a circular pattern aroundthe island, giving each suite uninterrupted views of the sea.Facilities: 200 rooms and three villas. Three restaurants, four bars,24-hour room service, shops, hairdresser, beauty salon, safetydeposit boxes, business centre, butler service, children’s activities,babysitting, interconnecting and non-smoking rooms.Deluxe Rooms: These rooms are sea-facing and located inthe Hibiscus or Coral Wing on the mainland. Balcony or terrace,air-conditioning, hairdryer, bathrobe, TV, CD, DVD, data ports,minibar and safe.Junior Suites Hibiscus: Additionally these suites are located inthe Hibiscus Wing and are larger.Sports and leisure: Dive centre, deepJunior Suites Hibiscussea fishing, banana and tube rides,parasailing, catamaran sailing, kayaking,Hobie Cats, pedalos, glass-bottomedboat rides, snorkelling, water-skiing,windsurfing, two outdoor pools, fitnesscentre, spa, sauna, massage, 18-holegolf course, four floodlit tennis courts,volleyball, football, jogging track andcross country bicycle rides.Check-in: 1400 hoursCheck-out: 1200 hours.Hilton Mauritius Resort & SpaLocation: West coast – Flic en Flac.This property is a lifestyle resort that unites a magical environmentand beautiful landscaped gardens with enchanting seafront pavilionsand oriental architecture. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam InternationalAirport is 55 kilometres away.Dining at the resort is a delight. The Ginger Thai Restaurant providesauthentic Thai cuisine and guests can choose to dine outdoorsat the Thai Pavilion. The Melanzane Restaurant offers fusionMediterranean cuisine. In the evenings, the resort comes alivewith a variety of night shows at dinner time. The Spa which isthe largest designer spa in the Indian Ocean and most stylish theisland has to offer, can be found nestled at the heart of this resort.Facilities: 193 rooms and suites. Four restaurants, two bars,24-hour room service, library, shops, hairdresser, beauty salon,butler service, children’s activities, babysitting, interconnectingand non-smoking rooms.Deluxe Rooms: Most rooms are sea-facing. Balcony or terrace,air-conditioning, hairdryer, bathrobe, TV, data ports, minibar, teaand coffee and safe.Sports and leisure: Dive centre,Deluxe Roombig game fishing, catamaransailing, glass-bottomed boatrides, snorkelling, windsurfing,water-skiing, pedalos, kayaking,Hobie Cats, outdoor landscapedpool, fitness centre, yoga, spa,sauna, jacuzzi, steam bath,massage, putting green andthree floodlit tennis courts.Check-in: 1400 hoursCheck-out: 1200 hours.247

MauritiusResortsAnahita The Resort MauritiusLocation: East coast – Beau Champ.This is a luxury resort set in the stunning beauty of the island’s eastcoast. Anahita The Resort Mauritius with its luxury residences andvillas, Ernie Els designed 18-hole championship golf course and itsarray of activities and leisure opportunities offers a unique Mauritianway of life. The Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airportis 30 kilometres away.The three-four and five-bedroom luxury villas feature privateswimming pools, contemporary fitted kitchens, large outdoor patiosand gardens. The villas are situated on the golf course and offereither a view of the lagoon or the beautiful mountains of Mauritius.Facilities: 70 residences and villas. Two restaurants, café and bar,24-hour room service, beauty salon, business centre, butler service,children’s play area and babysitting.Two-Bedroom Residences: These residences offer a view of thelagoon or golf course, have a private sun deck and plunge pool.Air-conditioning, hairdryer, bathrobe, TV, DVD, wirelessconnectivity, fully-equippedkitchen and safe.Sports and leisure: Scubadiving, windsurfing,kayaking, fitness centre,tennis, boules, golf andbeach volleyball.Check-in: 1400 hoursCheck-out: 1200 hours.VillaConstance Belle Mare Plage The Resort & VillasLocation: East coast – Belle Mare.Constance Belle Mare Plage The Resort & Villas is a private realmof beauty and harmony. It has two 18-hole championship golfcourses, with complimentary access for its guests. Sir SeewoosagurRamgoolam International Airport is 45 kilometres away.The villas of Belle Mare Plage The Resort & Villas are the embodimentof a new art of living. With a lounge and outside relaxing areasoverlooking your private pool, the villas offer a spacious layout.Facilities: 235 rooms and suites and 20, two-bedroom and threebedroomvillas. Seven restaurants, six bars, 24-hour room service,hairdresser, beauty salon, business centre, children’s activities,babysitting, interconnecting and non-smoking rooms.Prestige Rooms: Sea-facing rooms with balcony or terrace,air-conditioning, hairdryer, TV, data ports, minibar and safe.Sports and leisure: Scuba diving, water-skiing, windsurfing,glass-bottomed boat rides, four outdoor pools, fitness centre,spa, four floodlit tennis courts, squash courts, table tennis andyoga.Check-in: 1400 hours/Check-out: 1200 hours.Prestige Room248

MauritiusResortsConstance Le Prince MauriceJunior SuiteLocation: East coast – Poste de Flacq.Bordered by the calm turquoise waters of the lagoon and beachesof brilliant white sand, this elegant hotel, provides an intimate andcosy atmosphere. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airportis 60 kilometres away.Facilities: 89 suites, two restaurants, three bars, 24-hour roomservice, shops, beauty salon, business centre and children’sactivities.Junior Suites: All suites are either sea or garden-facing or on stiltsfacing a quiet lagoon reserve. Air-conditioning, hairdryer, bathrobe,TV, DVD, data ports, minibar andsafe.Sports and leisure: Two 18-holegolf courses, scuba diving, deepsea fishing, outdoor pool, fitnesscentre, yoga classes, spa, twotennis courts and squash court.Check-in: 1400 hoursCheck-out: 1200 hours.The Grand Mauritian Resort & SpaLocation: North west-coast – Balaclava.Spread over 10 hectares, the resort is bordered by the reef andocean nature park on the coast and lush sugar cane fields behind.The landscaping, various water-based features and the sheer beautyof the Indian Ocean work their way into the simple yet sophisticatedresort. Most rooms offer stunning views of the ocean. Sir SeewoosagurRamgoolam International Airport is 65 kilometres away.Facilities: 193 guest rooms and suites. Three restaurants, bars,24-hour room service, shop and kids club.Deluxe Room: These rooms aresea-facing and have a classicalfeel. Air-conditioning, hairdryer,bathrobe, TV, data port, minibar,tea and coffee and in-room safe.Sports and leisure: Dive centre,outdoor heated pool, children’spool, fitness room, spa andtennis court.Check-in: 1500 hoursDeluxe RoomCheck-out: 1200 hours.Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa ResortLocation: South west-coast – Bel Ombre.A member of ‘Small Luxury Hotels of the World’, this sublime resortis infused with the charm and style of a colonial sugar plantation.Spread over 15 hectares, it nestles between the waters of the IndianOcean and the green slopes of a fabulous golf course at the foot ofthe mountain range. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam InternationalAirport is 45 minutes away.Facilities: 158 rooms and suites. Three restaurants, bar, 24-hourroom service, hairdresser, beauty salon, business centre, butlerservice, children’s play area, babysitting and interconnecting rooms.Superior Rooms: These rooms are garden-facing. Air-conditioning,hairdryer, bathrobe, TV, DVD, dataports, minibar, tea and coffee andsafe.Sports and leisure: 18-hole golfcourse, outdoor pool, fitness room,spa and tennis court.Check-in: 1400 hoursCheck-out: 1200 hours.Superior Room249

MauritiusResortsBeau Rivage Île MauriceJunior SuiteLocation: East coast – Belle Mare.Set beside a spectacular white sand beach, the Beau Rivage, withtypical thatched-roof villas, is the perfect place to enjoy legendaryMauritian hospitality. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam InternationalAirport is 65 kilometres away.Facilities: 174 rooms and suites. Four restaurants, three bars,24-hour room service, shopping arcade, hairdresser, beauty salon,business centre, butler service, children’s activities, babysittingand interconnecting rooms.Junior Suites: These rooms are spacious and airy with terracesor balcony. Each suite has a small dressing room and spaciousbathroom, with a large walk-in shower,air-conditioning, hairdryer, TV, wirelessconnectivity, minibar, tea and coffee and safe.Sports and leisure: Dive centre, power-boattours, windsurfing, snorkelling, glassbottomedboat rides, outdoor pool, fitnesscentre, spa and two floodlit tennis courts.Check-in: 1400 hoursCheck-out: 1200 hours.Sugar Beach ResortLocation: West coast – Flic en Flac.With its unique colonial mansion, plantation-style architectureand casual atmosphere, this resort is an affable holiday havenfor family holidays. It features a long white sand beach and20 acres of tropical gardens. The rooms complement the plantationtheme of the resort. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam InternationalAirport is 55 kilometres away.Facilities: 258 rooms and suites. Two restaurants, four bars,24-hour room service, hairdresser, safety deposit boxes andinterconnecting rooms.Standard Rooms: Pool or sea-facing. Balcony or terrace,air-conditioning, hairdryer, bathrobe,TV, minibar, tea and coffee and safe.Sports and leisure: Dive centre,outdoor pool, kids club, fitnesscentre, yoga, spa and floodlit tenniscourts.Check-in: 1400 hoursCheck-out: 1200 hours.Standard RoomLa PirogueLocation: West coast – Flic en Flac.Fringed by a white sandy beach, this vibrant resort is set on thebeautiful sunset coast. Merging into the Indian Ocean, the largeinfinity pool is a perfect invitation for relaxation. Guests stayingat La Pirogue may also use the facilities of its adjacent sisterproperty - Sugar Beach Resort. Sir Seewoosagur RamgoolamInternational Airport is 55 kilometres away.Facilities: 248 rooms and suites. Two restaurants, three bars, 24-hourroom service, hairdresser, interconnecting and non-smoking rooms.Standard Rooms: Garden-facing rooms on the ground floor openingon to a terrace. Air-conditioning, hairdryer, TV, minibar, tea andcoffee and safe.Sports and leisure: Dive centre,outdoor pool, fitness centre, massageand floodlit tennis courts.Check-in: 1400 hoursCheck-out: 1100 hours.Standard Room250

MauritiusResortsLegendsLocation: North-east coast – Grand Gaube.This hotel, nestled in a beautiful cosy bay, is designed on theprinciples of Feng Shui where the five elements of nature – earth,water, fire, metal and wood, are cleverly harmonised to appealto the five senses. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam InternationalAirport is 75 kilometres away.Facilities: 198 rooms and suites. Five restaurants, four bars,24-hour room service, beauty salon, business centre, children’sactivities, babysitting and interconnecting rooms.Superior Rooms: Sea-facing rooms with a metallic theme in cool,muted and soft shades of silverSuperior Room and grey. Hairdryer, TV, data ports,minibar, tea and coffee and safe.Sports and leisure: Dive centre,water-skiing, glass-bottomed boatrides, outdoor pool, fitness centre,spa, sauna, jacuzzi, steam bathand massage.Check-in: 1400 hoursCheck-out: 1100 hours.Tamassa Ile MauriceLocation: South-west coast – Bel Ombre.This hotel stands at the end of a long avenue of mature coconutpalms towering skywards. The décor is contemporary with theuse of bold colours and depicts an atmosphere of friendlycheerfulness and enthusiasm. Tamassa Ile Maurice is a trueMauritian experience. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam InternationalAirport is 45 minutes away.Facilities: 214 rooms, three restaurants, bar, 24-hour roomservice, shops, safety deposit boxes,wireless connectivity, children’s activitiesand interconnecting rooms.Superior Rooms: These rooms aresea-facing with air-conditioning, hairdryer,LCD TV, minibar and tea and coffee.Sports and leisure: Windsurfing, pedalboats, glass-bottomed boat rides,water-skiing, outdoor pool, fitness centre,spa, table tennis and floodlit tennis courts.Check-in: 1400 hoursSuperior RoomCheck-out: 1100 hours.Merville Beach HotelLocation: North coast – Grand Baie.Situated in the heart of the bustling seaside village of Grand Baie,with its chic shops, restaurants and nightlife, this beach hoteloffers comfortable, value for money accommodation. MervilleBeach Hotel offers clients a good range of French, Créole andAsian cuisine. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airportis 75 kilometres away.Facilities: 169 rooms, restaurant, bar, limited hours of room service,nightly entertainment, shop, babysitting and interconnecting rooms.Standard Rooms: These rooms arelocated in the main building. Smallbalcony or terrace, air-conditioning,hairdryer, TV, minibar and safe.Sports and leisure: Dive centre,water-skiing, snorkelling, kayaking,outdoor pool, fitness room, floodlittennis court, volleyball and tabletennis.Check-in: 1400 hoursStandard RoomCheck-out: 1100 hours.251