Why choose Mauritius as your next holiday destination?

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 Mauritius is a short 4 or 5 hour flight from South Africa.

No visas are required for South African passport holders.

The island of Mauritius has something for everyone. You can choose to explore the island and its culture or simply stay at the hotel, lie on the beach or by the pool while reading your favourite book. 

 Mauritius is a favourite island destination holiday for South African travellers. It's known for stunning white sand beaches, perfect blue water and colourful coral reefs, as well as for adventure, relaxation, culture, and even indulgence. Expect breathtaking views, exhilarating water sports, delicious cuisine, top-notch golf, bustling markets, luxury spas and much more.  

 Mauritius is a tropical destination which means its warm throughout the year. Best time to travel is April - May or September - October when the weather is not too hot. Cooler months are June - August when a light cardigan is required in the evenings. It's rainy season is from December through to March. 

• 4* Ambre, A Sun Resort
• 4* plus Tamassa
• 4* plus La Pirogue, A Sun Resort
• 4* plus Victoria Beachcomber
• 4* plus Shandrani Beachcomber
• 5* Sugar Beach, A Sun Resort
• 5* Long Beach, A Sun Resort
• 5* plus LUX* Grand Gaube
• 5* Paradis Beachcomber
• 5* plus Shangri-La's Le Touessrok
• 5* plus One&Only Le St Geran

1. Trou aux Biches has great conditions for both swimming and snorkelling. The water is clear, shallow and calm, with gently shelving sands, making it ideal for families. 
2. Belle Mare Plage is beautiful beach on the east coast. It is great for windsurfing. Currents can sometimes be a little stronger here than elsewhere on the island 
3. Ile aux Cerfs is a fun-packed island for the whole family.  Here, you can take part in almost any water-based activity you can think of. 
4. Pereybere is a northern beach popular with locals. Water is deeper here but still calm.
5. Flic en Flac a stunning stretch of talcum-white sand. It is close to beachfront bars. 
6. Blue Bay Beach is another spot that’s fantastic for both swimming and snorkelling. It has lots of marine life.   
7. Mont Choisy is one of the longest beaches in Mauritius. Another popular hotels for the locals.
8. Le Morne is ideal for windsurfers, kiteboarders and surfers. 
9. La Cuvette is located in Grand Bay. It is a small beach, only 80 metres but very tranquil. 
10. La Cambuse is a public beach, one of the island’s most undiscovered spots. Currents here can be very strong here.