Joanna James
From verdant stretches, underwater cascades to white, powdery beaches that look out longingly at turquoise seas, Mauritius is a picture-perfect escape just waiting to leave you in complete awe.
The peninsula island of Le Morne Brabant located on the southwestern fringes of Mauritius will be your doorway to unearthing the elements of the country’s natural beauty. Made up of sandy beaches, palm trees and affording ease of access to emerald green lagoons, time at this sought-after landmark will also involve hiking to Mount Brabant that will be the perfect tonic for travellers seeking to live life on the edge. Navigate rough routes and steep slopes before summitting the mountain which is one of the major talking points of this UNESCO World Heritage Site that is well known for its scenic appeal.
Should you have a soft spot for snorkelling, then do toy with the thought of scheduling a snorkelling expedition to the brilliantly positioned Blue Bay Marine Park which must rank as a ‘must do’ during your vacation in Mauritius. Witness a dazzling display of flora and fauna including damselfish and angelfish while passing beautiful coral formations that will certainly add another layer of excitement to your stay at Anantara Iko Mauritius Resort & Villas from where some of the best things to do in Mauritius can be enjoyed.
A phenomenon found nowhere else in the world which would warm the heart of the passionate nature lover will be the ability to encounter the underwater waterfalls. Therefore, never fail to include the southwestern part of the country on your bucket list where you will have an excellent vantage point to stumble upon this optical illusion from the comfort of a helicopter ride. Created by the island nation’s location which is nestled on a submarine plateau nearly 150 meters below sea level, the viewer will be greeted by scenes of sand being dropped from the beaches and plateau as a result of ocean currents.
While not your run of the mill type of botanical garden, the splendour enveloping Pamplemousses Botanical Garden will have you immersed the minute you walk in. Although the convenience of a guided tour can be arranged, the ‘do it myself’ vacationer can easily set about combing through the environs of a unique setting that possesses over 600 species of plants including ebony, medicinal herbs and sugar cane. What’s more? Vistas of deer and birds will never be too far away from your gaze but be sure to pause by the water fountain shaped in the form of a lotus flower which honours the 1st Prime Minister of the island – Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam.
Inaugurated to celebrate the wealth of local culture and history, the Blue Penny Museum will surely rank as one of the better activities you end up being a part of when in Mauritius. Positioned in a manner that will pique your interest for Mauritian heritage, Blue Penny Museum is found on Caudan Waterfront in the country’s capital of Port Louis. Part and parcel of its exhibits are ancient documents, maps, engravings, sculpture, paintings and stamps which are preserved within a building that is surrounded by palm trees and blue street lamps.
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