When it comes to booking luxury Mauritius holidays, rest assure that Ubon Safari can provide that for you and so much more. Mauritius is a fascinating, world-in-one-island slice of paradise. Our luxury holidays in Mauritius are exceptional if you’re looking for relaxation, exquisite dining and understanding the history of the country.
The British captured the island in 1810 and gave up sovereignty when Mauritius became independent in 1968. During this period, the French plantation aristocracy maintained economic and political prominence.
The British abolished slavery but provided for cheap labour on the sugar estates by bringing nearly 500,000 indentured workers from the Indian subcontinent. The political history of Mauritius in the twentieth century revolves around the gradual economic and political empowerment of the island’s Indian majority.
Its very name conjures images of tropical luxury and stupendous extravagance. In many destinations famed for cobalt-blue seas, white sandy beaches and luxury hotels, making our luxury holidays in Mauritius excellent for sunbathing and swimming. It can be hard to know what to do next in Mauritius.
The island is loaded with historic sights, cultural diversity, geographic variation and limitless activities for you to enjoy. But its single biggest asset is the charming and welcoming people. Capital Port Louis, Africa’s wealthiest city, are never far away, while the busy garment markets in the Central Plateau towns of Quatre nes and Curepipe and Black River Gorges National Park’s dramatic virgin forests give the lie to Mauritius being just another beach destination.
From the stunning lagoons and popular public beaches to the picturesque islands of the country’s coastline, there is something here for everyone on our Mauritius luxury holidays. On top of this, you can enjoy Mauritius’s food such as Chinese, Indian, French and African. The rousing beat of sega music, fantastic party spirit of locals make our luxury Mauritius holidays a paradise on earth.
CAPITAL CITY: PORT LOUIS
AIRPORT: SIR SREEWOOSAGUR RAMGOOLAM INT’L AIRPORT
CURRENCY: MAURITIAN RUPEE
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH AND FRENCH
VOLTAGE: 220V/50Hz UK Plug
BEACHES
The endless white sandy beaches, the turquoise blue lagoons and the clean nice warm seawater all these are things for which Mauritius is so famous. There is an offshore riff almost around the whole island, riff which is the main factor in the genesis of this paradise with beaches and lagoons. The coastline of Mauritius is approximately 330 km long and nearly everywhere you can find the nice sandy beaches.
On many of these beaches are situated by the big hotels. However, it is important to know that all beaches of Mauritius are public. Furthermore, the coastal regions of the small island in the Indian Ocean offer the best environment for any kind of water sports. Booking luxury holidays in Mauritius with Ubon Safari has never been more exciting!
THINGS TO DO
- BOAT TRIPS
- CANYONING VERTICAL WORLD
- FLYING OVER MAURITIUS
- FUN ADVENTURE SEAKARTS – SPEED BOATS
- KAYAKING
- MUSEUMS
- NATURE PARKS
- NATURE TRAILS
DRY SEASON:
MAY TO SEPTEMBER
WET SEASON:
NOVEMBER TO APRIL – ABUNDANT RAINFALL – HOT AND HUMID
BEST TIMES:
MAY TO DECEMBER
BEST WEATHER:
MAY TO SEPTEMBER – OCTOBER
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
DO I NEED A VISA
Application Form: http://passport.govmu.org / Or visit our Travel Visa page. Visa information
Morocco Nationals will now be issued a 15 day Visa on arrival.
DO I NEED A TRAVEL INSURANCE?
It is mandatory you should have Health / Travel Insurance
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
Please see http://www.worldtravelguide.net/mauritius/public-holidays
TRAVEL TIPS
- Dress respectfully, shoulders to knees should be covered especially in when entering places of worship.
- Respect local traditions, customs and religions
- Do not touch Religious statues
- Do not sunbathe topless
- Do not go alone on isolated beaches
- Do not leave valuables or important documents in the rooms
- Do not swim in the sea where it states Danger
- Remove leather belts and shoes when entering place of worship
- Please tip where possible
- Mosquitoes are present – carry insect repellent.
At Ubon Safari, we strive to provide our customers and clients with beautiful safari tours and luxury beach holidays. If you would like to book our luxury Mauritius holidays, contact us on +44 203 198 0484 and one of our friendly team members will more than happy to make your luxury African safari holiday dreams come true!
