Full-day catamaran cruise
Sail, snorkel and eat a barbecue lunch on board. West coast cruises often head towards Île aux Bénitiers and Crystal Rock; east coast cruises go to Île aux Cerfs.
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First time in Mauritius
The classics, without the stress
For a first trip, mix one or two lagoon days, a day in the green south and a morning in Port Louis, and keep plenty of beach time. Stay in one or two areas so you do not spend your holiday in the car.
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Île aux Cerfs day trip
Boat or catamaran across the lagoon from the Trou d'Eau Douce area to the most famous islet in Mauritius. Many trips add a stop at the Grande Rivière Sud-Est waterfall.
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South & Chamarel tour
Seven Coloured Earth, Chamarel waterfall, Black River Gorges viewpoints and the sacred lake of Grand Bassin, usually in one long day.
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North: Grand Baie, Pereybère, Trou aux Biches
First trip, nightlife, restaurants, budget to mid-range
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