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VERANDA GRAND BAIE
ROYAL PALM
LE MAURICIA
MERVILLE
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20º SUD
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Pointe Aux Cannoniers
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LE CANONNIER
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CLUB MED
Mont Choisy
HOTEL MT. CHOISY
CASUARINA & LE CARDINAL
TROU AUX BICHES HOTEL
LE SAKOA
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LE PALMISTE
VERANDA PTE AUX BICHES
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LE RECIF
LE MERIDIEN
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LE VICTORIA
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Pointe aux Piments
THE OBEROI
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LA PLANTATION
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Arsenal Bay
MARITIM
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Le Goulet
SEYCHELLES
RODRIGUES
INTERCONTINENTAL
THE GRAND MAURITIAN
ANGSANA
PORT CHAMBLY
MAURITIUS
Port Louis Harbour
LABOURDONNAIS HOTEL
LE SUFFREN
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Grande Rivière Nord-Ouest
Pointe aux Sables
Plaine
Pointe aux Caves
Petite Rivière
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Pointe Moyenne
La Mecque
Médine
KLONDIKE
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QUATRE BORNES
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Flic-en-Flac
La Louise
Mt du
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Grande
Ilot Malais
Case Noyale
LE PARADIS
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DINAROBIN
LES PAVILLONS
ST REGIS
INDIAN RESORT
LE MORNEA
H Pointe
Marron
H Le Morne
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St. Julien
dHotman
Quartier Militaire
Mon Désert Alma
Tamarin Falls
Alma
Melrose
PHOENIX
La
Marie
Midlands
Eau Bleue
Ville d’Avray
Forest
Grand Bassin
Piton
Grand Bassin
Bois d’Oiseaux
Ferney Road
New Grove
Mare d’Albert
La Rosa
Rivière du Poste
SAVANNE
Choisy
Macondé
HERITAGE LE TELFAIR
HERITAGE AWALI
Pointe Citronniers
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Surinam
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Rochester
Falls
Riambel
Batelage
Pomponette
St. Aubin
Vanille Crocodile Park
Union
Souillac
La Roche qui Pleure
Gris-Gris
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Rivière
des Anguilles
Savannah
Bénarès
Pointe des Deux Cocos
Pointe Corps de Garde
SHANDRANI
Pointe Vacoas
Le Pont Naturel
Le Souffleur
Ile aux Aigrettes
Pointe d’Esny
H BLUE LAGOON
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Le Bouchon
L’Escalier
Ilot
Baie du Jacotet
Mon Désert
Mon Trésor
Tyack
St Félix
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TAMASSA
Sancho
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MOEVENPICK
SHANTI MAURICE
SO SOFITEL
Plaisance
PRESK'IL BEACH RESORT
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Vallon
La Baraque
Camp Diable
Chemin Grenier
Bel Ombre
Plaine
Rocher
Ile Marianne
des Oiseaux
Ile aux Fous
Ile de la Passe
Ile aux Fouquets
Ile Vacoas
Pointe Jérôme
Beau
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Airport
Britannia
Baie du Cap
MUSÉE NAVAL
Trois Boutiques
Chamouny
Ile aux Singes
Ile aux Chats
Falaise Rouge
Pointe Brocus
MAHÉBOURG
Magnien
Bois Chéri
Piton Savanne
Pointe Bambous
Bois des Amourettes
LION MOUNTAIN
Vieux Grand Port
Cent Gaulettes
ROSE-BELLE
Union Park
Kanaka Crater
ANAHITA THE RESORT
H FOUR SEASONS RESORT
Anse Jonchée
Ferney
St Hubert
Riche en Eau
Pont Colville
Plaine
Ile aux Chats
Domaine Bambous Virieux
H ANSE JONCHÉE
Nouvelle France
Champagne
Macchabé
Ile aux Cerfs
Ile aux
Oiseaux
Pointe au Diable
Le Vallon
Le Val
Cluny
Ile de IEst
Ile
Camisard
GRAND PORT
Mare aux Vacoas
Mare Longue
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Etoile
CUREPIPE
PLAINES WILHEMS
Trou de
Mme Bouchet
Olivia
Sébastopol
Les Aubineaux
Forest Side
Touessrok
Rivière Sèche
Beau Champ
Grande Rivière Sud Est
Montagne
Blanche
Bassin Blanc
Ilot
Pointe des Puits
Chaux
FLACQ
Piton du Milieu
Henrietta
WATERPARK
Centre de Flacq
Mare la
Valette
La Gaulette
Pointe Fourneau
Constance
BELLE MARE PLAGE
LONG BEACH
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H EMERAUDE BEACH
H THE RESIDENCE
Fuel
H BEAU RIVAGE
Argy
PALMAR
Belle Mare
Camp Palmar
H AMBRE
Ithier
Queen Victoria
H CRYSTALS B.RESORT
Trou d’Eau Douce H SILVER BEACH
Bel Etang
H BOUGAINVILLE
Montagu
Caroline
Pointe Quatre
H LE TROPICAL
Camp de Masque Pavé
Cocos
Bel Air Beau Rivage H LE TOUESSROK
MOKA
Verdun
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Poste de Flacq
St Julien
Village
Circonstance
Trou aux
Cerfs
Yémen
Cascade Chamarel
Sud-Ouest
Bon Accueil
Lallmatie
Camp
Thorel
Pointe de Flacq
Retraite
Pont
Bon Dieu
Ile Malinot
H ONE & ONLY LE SAINT GERAN
Grande
Eau Coulée
Piton de La Petite
Rivière Noire
Chamarel Coloured Earth
Mare d’Australia
Salazie
LE PRINCE MAURICE
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Brisée Verdière
Bar Le Duc
Poste La Fayette
L’Aventure
Castel
Magenta
Ile aux Bénitiers
Pointe des
Pêcheurs
Pont
Praslin
Floréal
Réunion Saint Paul
VACOAS
Gorges de la
Rivière Noire
Ilot Fortier
Bonne Terre
La Caverne
Grande Rivière
Noire
Petite
Rivière
Noire Bay
Julie
St Pierre
Highlands
Candos
Petite
Nouvelle Découverte
Crève Coeur
Les Guibies
Le Pouce
Plaine des Roches
Belle Vue Maurel
Amaury
La Nicolière
Montagne Longue
PORT-LOUIS
Trois Mamelles
BLACK RIVER
Rivière
Noire Bay
Vallée des Prêtres
Pointe de Roches Noires
Mon Loisir
Grande Rosalie
Château de Villebague
Palma
Rempart
RUISSEAU CRÉOLE
CENTRE DE PECHE
Mon Goût
Notre Dame
MUSÉE
Haute Rive
Roches Noires
Gokoola
The Mount
Petite Rosalie
PERE LAVAL
ROSE-HILL
Bambous
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VILLAS CAROLINE
H Clarens
MANISA HOTEL
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PEARLE BEACH
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LA PIROGUE
Casela
SUGAR BEACH RESORT
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Bird Park
H Wolmar
SOFITEL IMPERIAL
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HILTON
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MARADIVA RESORT
H Tamarin
SANDS RESORT
Tamarin Bay
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TAMARINA HOTEL
TAMARIN HOTEL
La Mivoie
La Preneuse
Terre Rouge
Pointe Lascars
Rivière
du Rempart
Calebasses
Arsenal
LINK HOTEL
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Hamlet
RIVIÈRE DU REMPART
Piton
Beau Séjour
SSR Botanical
Gardens
Institute
Mahatma Gandhi
La Ferme
Mapou
Beau Plan
Moka
Roches Brunes
Plaisance
D’or
Cottage
Forban
Belle Vue
Harel Labourbonnais
PAMPLEMOUSSES
Balaclava
Eureka
Mont Roches
Observatoire
Lord Linseys
Poudre
St André
Montagne Ory
BEAU-BASSIN
Albion
Morcellement
Domaine des Pailles
Chebel
Petite Riviète Bay
CLUB MED
Solitude
Pieter Both
Pailles
Coromandel
Pointe de la Petite Riviète
Goodlands
Bell Village
Petit Verger
Ile d’Ambre
Sottise
Fond du Sac
Ste-Croix
ST GEORGE
HOTEL
Lauzun
Petit Raffray
Aquarium
Plaine des
Triolet
Papayes
Riche Terre
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H PAUL & VIRGINIE
Grand Gaube
Pointe Bernache
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Biches
Roche Bois
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Cassis
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H H PARADISE COVE
Anse la Raie
MARINA CLUB & RESORT
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H LEGENDS
Grand Bay
GRAND BAIE
Trou aux
Baie du
Tombeau
Fort
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The Vale
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George
Le Caudan Waterfront
Cap Malheureux
Pereybère
Mauritius
Mauritius is a fascinating, world-in-one-island slice of paradise! Mauritius stands among one of the top luxury tourism destinations of the world, especially
tourists seeking holidays on a tropical paradise island. It is rich with cultural diversity, historic sites, picturesque beaches, tropical fauna and flora, natural
attractions as well as the modern setup around; which have enabled the island to win many awards.
Omarjee Holidays
The OMARJEE Group of Companies, a time-tested business success story spanning more than four decades, now drawing from a wealth of experience in
wholesaling, retailing, import & export and real estate business to diversify into Aviation & Tourism.
The OMJ Company trading under OMARJEE Holidays, IATA Accredited agency, Inbound and outbound Tour Operator, the Official Representative of
the Seychelles Tourism Board, is well established and offer a complete range of high quality services worldwide.
OMARJEE Holidays has a selected, well-trained, professional and experienced team to assist you and provide world-class services proved and trusted by
our partners. We promise, we deliver value for money services.
OMARJEE Holidays crew looks forward to welcome you on-board!
Why Us?
We are best tour operator with top deals.
We are devoted about creating the best
holidays in the whole wide world. We
have a 100% customer satisfaction.
Our islanders touch add that special
feeling that will ensure your dream
holidays.
M AURI TI US I SLAND/ I LE M AURI CE
WHY VISIT
The Golf
There are eight 18-hole Championship golf courses and
three 9-hole courses dotted around the island, all offering
world-class courses to play on.
Beaches
The Romance
Mauritius may be small but each of its coasts has its own
personality. The west is the calmest, with little of Mauritius’s
famous wind. Venture south for hidden, rocky coves or east
if windsurfing is your thing. All beaches are public so you can
easily hop from one inviting stretch to the next. Blue Bay is
a protected marine park with first-rate snorkelling; Trou aux
Biches is picture-postcard perfect; Mont Choisy in the north
is a long, curving bay backed with casuarina trees; while
lively Flic-en-Flac, with its beachfront bars, is a great spot for
sundowners. There isn’t a bad beach on the island.
For the third consecutive year Mauritius has been prized best
honeymoon destination award at the World Travel Awards
2014.
Mauritius was voted the World’s Leading Honeymoon
Destination.
Swim with dolphins
Swimming with dolphins is an incredibly moving experience.
Playful dolphins can be found just off the West Coast of
Mauritius.
They can often be seen in the morning and in the late
afternoon.
The people
The Scenery
Mauritius hits all the marks as a tropical paradise with
coral reefs (the world’s third largest), white sand beaches,
dramatic green mountain scenery, sugar plantations and
extinct volcanoes. The south of the island is often acclaimed
as the ‘authentic’ Mauritius as it is more rural and wild.
MAURI T I US I S LA ND / IL E M AU R IC E
Mauritius is a friendly, ethnic melting pot of diverse heritage.
Indians, Tamils, Marathis, Muslims, Creole and Chinese
live in harmony. Franco and Anglo-Mauritians reflecting
Mauritius’ former colonial ties with France, Britain, Holland
and Portugal. English, French and Creole are the main
languages. Mauritius sets high standards of tolerance and
cultural plurality. Mauritius is an example to the world.
MAURITIUS
History
There are some fascinating chapters of Mauritius’s past to
explore.
The Food
A Green Landscape
Mauritius’s unique cultural mix finds its ultimate expression
in the island’s cuisine. Ask for a typical local dish and you will
get curry, stir-fry, wild boar, barbecues or even a traditional
afternoon tea. You can dine to Michelin-star standard at the
resorts or nibble your way around street food stalls around
the island; stop off at a roadside kiosk for tamarind-spiced
pineapple and dholl-puris or have a lobster dinner cooked by
a celebrity chef. Whatever you choose, you won’t go hungry.
Cleared of non-native plants and animals, it was returned
to its original wild state, where the Kestrel and Pink Pigeon
flourish along with giant tortoises. Mauritius offer extensive
tourist facilities and many places of interest.
Adventure
Bored of the sunlounger? Head inland to go ziplining, quad
biking and hiking through the rainforest, or canyoning in the
waterfalls. Or take to the water – every kind of ocean-based
sport is available.
The Shopping
Cultures
The Sega is usually sung in Creole (mother tongue of
Mauritians).
the traditional instruments such as the
“Ravanne”, “Triangle”, the “Maravanne” and the traditional
guitar are used.
Mauritius has multiple duty free outlets around the island
and is acclaimed for its low prices. Photographic equipment,
watches, cellular phones, paintings, antiques, sunglasses,
leatherwear, jewels, and engravings are all duty free. Also,
reduced taxes on perfumes and cosmetics.
M AURI TI US I SLAND/ I LE M AURI CE
YOUR STAY
M a u r i t i u s , i t ’s a p l e a s u r e !
(6 Nights / 7 Days)
BOUTIQUE HOTEL
Package Includes:
Meet and greet at the airport
Transfer from airport to hotel
6 Nights accommodation
Daily breakfast
Transfer from hotel to airport
HOTEL
Package Includes:
Meet and greet at the airport
Transfer from airport to hotel
6 Nights accommodation
Daily breakfast
Transfer from hotel to airport
HOTEL
Package Includes:
Meet and greet at the airport
Transfer from airport to hotel
6 Nights accommodation
Daily breakfast and dinner
Transfer from hotel to airport
Package as from
Package as from
Package as from
EUR 396 per person
sharing a double room
EUR 436 per person
sharing a double room
EUR 625 per person
sharing a double room
Package Excludes : Air ticket / Travel insurance
Special Notes
: Price is subject to change depending on availability at the time of booking / Tours, excursions and visits are available at special rates /
Car rental or luxury car with driver or helicopter are available / All rates are quoted in EURO / Additional nights can be arranged.
MAURI T I US I S LA ND / IL E M AU R IC E
IN MAURITIUS
Maurice, C’est un plaisir!
(6 Nuits / 7 Jours)
HOTEL
Package Includes:
Meet and greet at the airport
Transfer from airport to hotel
6 Nights accommodation
Daily breakfast and dinner
Transfer from hotel to airport
HOTEL
Package Includes:
Meet and greet at the airport
Transfer from airport to hotel
6 Nights accommodation
Daily breakfast and dinner
Transfer from hotel to airport
LUXURY HOTEL
Package Includes:
Meet and greet at the airport
Transfer from airport to hotel
6 Nights accommodation
Daily breakfast and dinner
Transfer from hotel to airport
Package as from
Package as from
Package as from
EUR 990 per person
sharing a double room
EUR 2 210 per person
sharing a double room
EUR 4 410 per person
sharing a double room
M AURI TI US I SLAND/ I LE M AURI CE
YOUR
At the Domaine de Lagrave
La Vallée de Ferney
Take a trip down Mauritius memory lane with Domaine de
Lagrave. This special place is found in Bananes village,
situated three kilometers from Midlands. Behind the fields
of sugar cane, discover the amazing panoramic scenery.
(Rivers, waterfalls, deer, monkeys, wild boars and birds hide
in a pristine forest.)
La Vallée de Ferney shelters one of the very last nature
sanctuaries in the island. It provides an unhoped-for safe
haven to a great variety of indigenous species, many of
which are rare or threatened. La Vallée de Ferney is not
only a reference among eco-tourism sites but, above all, a
200-hectare reserve where ambitious projects to restore the
flora and fauna of Mauritius are being conducted. Exploring
La Vallée de Ferney means more than just to take a ramble;
it provides an unforgettable experience in a unique place,
where the pleasures of hiking are associated with environment
protection. Furthermore by visiting La Vallée de Ferney, you
are actively contributing to the preservation of the biodiversity
of Mauritius, one of the most threatened in the world.
Le Saint Aubin
This colonial house, built in 1819, towers its fountain and
tropical garden. The Restaurant de Saint-Aubin provides
green and shaded surroundings in harmony with the refined
cuisine and impeccable service. Let yourself be lulled by
the charm and the peace of Saint-Aubin for a special outing
during the day or in the evening.
Bateau Pirate
Discover the wild islands cruising the turquoise waters
of the South East Coast. A variety of activities are offered
such as snorkeling, swimming, discoveries, barbecues ... all
complemented in a pleasant musical atmosphere.
Shopping
Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth
The seven colored earth is a natural phenomenon and a
prominent tourist attraction. The colors evolved through
conversion of basaltic lava to clay minerals. It is a relatively
small area of sand dunes comprising sand of seven distinct
colours (red, brown, violet, green, blue, purple and yellow).
MAURI T I US I S LA ND / IL E M AU R IC E
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!
ADVENTURES
Places of worship
Mauritius had always maintained the distinction of uniting civil
and religious society.
The different religions always act in harmony on our island.
The Market
Mountainbiking
The Port-Louis market, called « le bazar » by the locals, is
famous for its colors, its scents, and its friendliness. Spices,
vegetables, fruits, artisanal products: you can find all of these
in this unique place where the culinary heart of Mauritius beats.
Dive in the heart of the market and discover the folklore and
the cultures of an island whose diversity is mouth-watering!
There are many mountainbiking trails in Mauritius. You just
need to know where they are! We can take you along some of
the most beautiful trails of the island.
For beginners, flat cultural trails are proposed and for regular
mountainbiker experience the more challenging trails.
Canyoning
Catamaran
Seven cascades is, without any doubt, one of the most
beautiful spot on the island. Beginner! Confirmed! It doesn’t
matter! Vertical World offers you an easy and fun outing,
supervised by professionals, on a site of outstanding scenic
beauty.
Enjoy a Full day catamaran cruise to see dolphins and the
coast of Mauritius.
kayaking
Mauritius is an idyllic location for Sea Kayaking. Its beautiful
vast protected lagoons offer great paddling experiences.
From mangroves mazes to river mouths, as well as huge
crystal clear lagoons & isolated islets.
M AURI TI US I SLAND/ I LE M AURI CE
YOUR
Hiking Tamarin Falls
La Route Du Sucre
Haras Du Morne
Situated on the central plateau, near the small village
of Henrietta, Tamarin Falls is one of the most beautiful
canyons of the island. With its 11 waterfalls and 13 possible
abseils, deep ponds, cliff jumps and surrounding lush green
vegetation, the Tamarin falls is a beautiful canyon fit for the
beginner and would certainly satisfy the more experienced
canyon adventurer.
The adventure starts behind the facade of the factory building,
with tales woven around the life story of sugar, which for long
period of time has been the main product of Mauritius.
At the foot of the Morne mountain, you will find the Haras
du Morne. Horseback riding excursion and horse-riding
introduction courses are organised. Carriage ride and high
quality equestrian amenities are also available.
Speed Boat & Parasailing
Undersea Walk
The speed boat trip is all about making sure you have a
full day of fun, excitement and discovery of Mauritius. The
parasailing offers you a breathtaking bird’s eye view of Ile
aux Cerfs Island; its beautiful beaches and the beautiful
east coast lagoon, making it a truly memorable and
worthwhile experience.
A unique and must do excursion, accessible to all, safe and
easy. No former experience or competences are required.
After a short briefing, you proceed for a 20 minutes guided
tour at a depth of 3-4 meters. Qualified divers and lifeguards
with ample experience and track records in dive centers will
accompany you and make you discover this magnificent
world throughout the entire tour.
Quick Wit Quadbiking
In Wolmar Flic en Flac you will find a huge nature reserve
which is perfect for Quadbiking. For nature fans seeking
some adrenalin, this is the perfect leisure activity.
MAURI T I US I S LA ND / IL E M AU R IC E
ACTIVITIES
Casela Park
Ile Des Deux Cocos
Big-game fishing
The lush environment is the perfect canvas to let your
intrepid nature run free. Should you choose to walk with
lions, trek past lazy rivers or jump from the top of canyons
and waterfalls, Casela World of Adventures doesn’t come
easy but it is worth the call! Asking for more? Experience
ziplines like never before and cross the Nepalese Bridge.
Get acquainted with zebras while discovering the Safari
park on a quad bike, buggy or Segway.
Whoever said life is about the journey, not the destination,
probably didn’t own a private tropical island retreat. Between
the unobstructed views, a picturesque villa and the team of
dedicated staff, you can pretty much live out your ultimate
castaway fantasy on Île des Deux Cocos.
Big-game fishing draws all anglers, from beginners to
professionals, straight to the jetty for their thrilling adventure.
Marlin, shark, wahoo, dorado, tuna, bonito and more all offer
sporting action to boast about.
Big cat lovers (children and adults alike) who nevertheless
want to keep their distance will get the opportunity to look
at the lions and cheetahs perched on a platform right on
top of their enclosure.
This makes it the perfect place to bring those eager for a
trophy catch. While at sea, keep your eyes alert to stand the
chance of witnessing unique displays by Mother Nature’s
creatures. Spend an unforgettable voyage off the West Coast
of Mauritius, well-beyond the calm coral reefs, to the areas
of incredible depths where the monster fish dwell as the sea
floor drops off past the 3000m mark.
Helicopter & Sea Plane
Cycling
A sightseeing tourist flight in a light aircraft/helicopter
is one of the most thrilling and exciting ways to see the
beautiful Mauritius.
Getting around on two wheels has become a lot easier in
Mauritius. Many hotels around the island rent mountain
bikes.Tourist can explore Mauritius by bikes. Guided cycle
tours are also organised using dedicated bike trails in areas
such as the Maccabée Forest, Chamarel down at Black River
Gorges, La Nicolière and up in the north.
Le Morne Windsurfing
Windsurfing offers constant challenges and new experiences
which will drive you with the desire to find the next incredible
spot to feel the experience of gliding carefree over the
water a lifetime away from daily stress in exotic places. The
varied conditions make Mauritius ideal for you, your partner,
children and friends to come and enjoy a great time both in
and out the water.
M AURI TI US I SLAND/ I LE M AURI CE
MOVING YOU AROUND
TRANSFER
Coach
Basic
Premium
Executive
Luxury
Helicopter
C A R R E N TA L
Economy
MAURI T I US I S LA ND / IL E M AU R IC E
Premium
SUV
Luxury
Convertible
WHAT ELSE ...
Rodrigues island just a few miles away
The People and their Culture
Rodrigues Island is also renowned for its authenticity which
makes the uniqueness of this anti-stress island.
Authentically Creole, the Rodriguan culture is vibrant through
the musicm dances and cuisine of its people.
RODRI G UE S I S LA N D / IL E R OD R IGU ES
Practical information
Location
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Indian Ocean, 650 km to the north-east of Mauritius
Capital
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Port Mathurin
Official Language -
English
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GMT +4 wintertime & +5 summertime
Climate
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The Rodriguan gastronomy is made up of local produce that is naturally available in
abundance. The cuisine consists of simple but tasty dishes that bring out the natural
good taste of the produce. A typical Rodriguan meal is served with rice or maize and
red beans, and is accented with chilli or chutneys.
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Vaccination
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Power Supply -
Currency
Gastronomy
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Accomodation
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1hr20 by plane & 36 hours by sea from Mauritius
Foreigners: a passport valid until 6 months after departure date &
return ticket required. A visa is not necessary for most visitors.
No compulsory vaccination
Mauritian Rupee (MUR)
220 Volts, 60hz
Rodrigues island offers visitors choice of accommodation, ranging
from 4 star hotels to fully-furnished studio apartments as well as
inns, boarding houses, guesthouses, cottages and aparments.
Rodrigues Island
63°25’, 19°43’
car
Passport / Visa
agas
How to get there Creole, French and English
Mad
Time Zone
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a
Languages spoken
- Dependency of the Republic of Mauritius with an autonomous
status
Afric
Status
Tropical, with 28 to 35°C in summer (October to May)
18 to 27°C in winter (June to September)
Mauritius Island
Reunion Island
RO DRI G UES I SLAND/ I LE RO DRI G UES
SEYCHELLES I SLANDS
T R AV E L L E R S I N F O R M AT I O N
MAURITIUS ISLAND
SEYCHELLES ISLAND
How to get there:
Language
Climate
Language
Mauritius has only one airport, the well-run
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International
Airport at Plaisance in the southeast of the
island is the major gateway for travellers coming
from abroad.
Mauritius owns large number of spoken
languages due to its multicultural diversity.
The official language in Mauritius is English.
The majority of the population is bilingual,
fluent in both English and French. Creole
and French are the main languages used
generally. Many other oriental languages that
are spoken include Hindi, Urdu, Tamil, Telegu,
Bhojpuri, Gujarati, Marathi, Mandarin and
Cantonese.
Temperatures range between 24° and 32°
centigrade all year round. The year is divided
between the northwest trade winds (DecemberMarch), when it is generally hot and humid, and
those of the southeast (May-September), when
it is drier and cooler. March, April, May,
October and November are normally calm and
relatively windless.
Seychelles has three official languages English,
French and Creole.
Culture
Competing GSM networks operate with full
International roaming agreements with most
countries. Payphones are available in most
districts on the Inner Islands. Internet service
providers, Internet cafés, postal and courier
services are located in central Victoria with
postal services and Internet cafés also available
on Praslin and La Digue.
Air Mauritius is the home carrier and operates
a network of routes to the local islands and to
international destinations in Africa, Australia,
Europe and Asia. Air Mauritius also offers
helicopter tours and charters from SSR
International Airport and a number of major
hotels.
Regional airlines like Air Austral, Air Madagascar
and Air Seychelles connect Mauritius with the
surrounding islands.
International airlines such as Air, France,
Emirates, British Airways, Condor, South African
Airways, Air India, Meridiana, Kenya Airways,
Malaysia Airlines and Corsair fly all serve
Mauritius from their home bases. Visitors are
required to provide accommodation details to
the immigration service on arrival.
Climate
Mauritius enjoys a typically tropical climate
with year-round heat, although the southeast
trade winds help it never to feel too muggy. The
summer months are from December to April and
the winter runs from May to November.
The best months to visit Mauritius are May to
early December. January and February, the
peak cyclone months, are best avoided by
water-sports enthusiasts and divers.
Coastal temperatures range between 25°C and
33°C in summer and between 18°C and 24°C
in winter. On the plateau it will be some 5°C
cooler.
Mauritian culture is based on the diversity
of the population. Hindus, Tamils, Muslims,
Christians, Chinese and others from all over
the globe live in harmony and respect the
free practice of all religions in Mauritius. The
ancestral melting-pot that is Mauritian culture
allows different faith communities to cohabit
in mutual respect. Mauritius is an island of
temples, churches and mosques.
Driving
Mauritians drive on the left-hand side of the
road and give way to the right. Visitors with
driving license are allowed to drive during
their stay. It is always best to check with the
Car Rental Company and local authorities
beforehand.
Medical
Both private and free medical services are
available on the Island. Private clinics provide
medical services for a fee.
Time difference
Mauritius is 4 hours ahead of GMT, 3 hours
ahead of British summer time and 2 hours
ahead of European summer time.
Communications
Credit cards
MasterCard/Access and Visa Cards are widely
accepted in Seychelles. American Express and
Diners Club to a lesser extent.
Currency
The local currency is the Seychelles Rupee
(Sr) made up of 100 cents. Notes come in
denominations of Sr10.00, Sr25.00, Sr50.00,
Sr100.00 and Sr500.00 and coins from Sr5.00
downwards. Seychelles accepts all major
currencies.
Traveller’s cheques are accepted at all banks.
Drinking Water
Tap water on Mahé and Praslin is safe and
drinkable. However, when visiting the other
islands it is advisable to drink bottled
spring water.
Banking hours
Banking hours are generally MondayFriday 0800hrs-1400hrs, and Saturday
0800hrs-1100hrs. All banks process
traveller’s cheques and foreign exchange
transactions. Passports are required for
visitors’ transactions and nominal
commissions may be charged. ATM
facilities exist at major banks on Mahé,
Praslin and La Digue and at the airport on
Mahé and Praslin. Please note that these
provide cash in local currency..
Religion
Most of the population is Roman Catholic, with
Anglican and other Protestant churches on
Mahé, Praslin and La Digue existing in harmony
alongside Muslim, Hindu and Baha’i communities.
Shopping
Shops are open 09h00 to 16h00 during
weekdays and from 08h00 to12h00 on
Saturdays. Most shops in Victoria are closed on
Sundays and public holidays.
Safety & Valuables
Seychelles is a safe destination but it is
advisable to be cautious. Be advised not to
flaunt large sums of money or other high value
items. Rather make use of your room or the
hotel safes.
Time difference
Seychelles is 4 hours ahead of GMT, 3 hours
ahead of British summer time and 2 hours
ahead of European summer time.
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