Mauritius is one of the most romantic holiday destinations in the world.
Setting in the southern Indian Ocean, close to Madagascar off the coast of the
African continent, Mauritius is favored with a tropical climate that makes the island
accessible all year round. A luxury holiday in Mauritius really provides you
with all the opportunities to relax and unwind.
Whether you are looking for the discovery of a paradise or strolling
along the white sandy beach enjoying the views as the sunsets over
calm blue Mauritian lagoon, there are several different activities to choose
from on the island and all will help you to forget the hustle and bustle in your
everyday life.You will find yourself spoilt for choice when it comes to selecting the
right holiday on Mauritius Island.
Mauritius will enchant you, will uplift your soul, making you feel that
you belong to the chosen few. Every visitor enjoys personal attention.
Every encounter is an opportunity to discover a friendly face.
Behind each smile lies the promise of a unique holiday.
The contrast of a multitude of colours and tastes, the island,
set in its turquoise sea, is an oasis of peace and tranquillity.
Mauritius, a melting pot where past and present are smoothly blended together,
offers an essential beauty that will compel to return to its shores time and time again.
Mauritius is situated in the South West Indian Ocean (20S/57.5E) approximately
2,000 kms from Durban, 1800 kms from Mombasa, 6,000 kms from Perth and
4700 kms from Bombay.
Mauritius is ideal for Honeymooner /couple or singles looking for security, serenity, peacefulness and fun.
Mauritius has a large variety of International 5* hotel chains like The Four Seasons-Intercontinental Group, Accor Group (The Sofitel), The Luxury Collection & Starwood Group, Moevenpick Hotel and a large choice of private 5* residence villas. Spas is common in all 3 to 5* Hotels and we have many specialised spa treatment across the Island and Shanti Maurice A Nira Resort is a 5* Hotel providing mainly Spa Packages and Programmes. International franchise Spa company like Balinese Massages is implemented in Mauritius.
It goes without saying, Mauritius beaches are a little slice of paradise. As Mark Twain put it best, “You gather the idea that Mauritius was made first and then heaven, and that heaven was copied after Mauritius.” The beaches are heavenly beautiful, with white sand, turquoise water, casuarina trees and swaying palms. All of the bays are beautiful and many are protected by coral reefs, making them ideal for snorkeling. Mauritius has a range of beaches from secluded Robinson Crusoe type beaches, to “party” beaches with a livelier atmosphere.
Unlike many other tropical islands, which really do feel like you’ve been abandoned on a desert island, you won’t get bored on the island of Mauritius. If you find yourself tired of the sun, sea and sand, then Mauritius has cosmopolitan towns like Grand Baie with restaurants, boutique shops, bars and nightlife. There are plenty of water sports for more active holidaymakers, including snorkeling, parasailing, windsurfing, diving, fishing and even surfing. You can take trips over to other islands like the Ile Aux Cerfs, which has a stunning blue lagoon and an unspoiled white beach. If you’re a thrill seeker you could even go tandem skydiving over the coastline for the ultimate adrenaline rush. Families can take their children to animal parks such as Casela Bird Park and Le Vanille Crocodile Park.
Mauritius is culturally diverse and the cuisine served on the island includes Creole, Chinese, French and Indian. Ingredients used by the locals in Mauritian food include tomato, garlic, chilli and ginger and a popular dish is the Biryani curry which is a rice dish prepared with aromatic spices, oil and meat. During your visit to Mauritius you may also try various stews, octopus salads, and a variety of prawn dishes. The Chinese like to cook Szechuan dishes. The people in Mauritius are extremely friendly and have a party spirit. With the infectious beat of the séga music, you will be sure to have a good time. 90% of the Restaurants and Hotels provide Halall Food.
Not only does Mauritius have those postcard-perfect beaches, it also has mountains, waterfalls and forests perfect for hiking. You can go on long treks in the Black River Gorges National Park to see breathtaking vistas, gorges, peaks and waterfalls, plus you might even spot rare birds such as the famous pink pigeon. Stand on the viewing platform of the highest waterfall in Mauritius, Chamarel, and visit the ‘Seven Coloured Earth’, which is made up of sand dunes with strikingly different colours. Take a stroll through the 60-acre ‘Jardin Botanique de Pamplemousses’ to take a look at giant lily pads, fruit bat trees, lakes with giant turtles, and trees planted by famous figures such as Nelson Mandela.
We are here to make easy the hassle of Hotel booking, Transferfs, Excursions and reconfirmation of your flight tickets. We also help in visa process so when you think of travelling to Mauritius or the world think of only South Gate Island Tours to deal with all the little details of your travel plans.
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“ A beautiful hotel with all rooms spread out over a magnificent garden. Rooms are spacious, food is delicious and staff is very kind and helpful. Every evening there is quality. ”
NEEZAM JEETOO
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
SOUTH GATE ISLAND TOURS