Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport 1 hr 1
La Cuvette Public Beach (15 min) Mauritius Aquarium (5 min) Local marine species like sea turtles & angel fish, plus ray & white-tipped shark feeding sessions. Central Market (28 min) Traditional market for fruit, vegetables & souvenirs plus Chinese herbal medicines & aphrodisiacs. Le Pouce (39 min) Accessible by scenic trails, this alpine landform features a summit that resembles a thumb. L'Aventure du Sucre (17 min) This museum in a former sugar factory features exhibits on the cultivation of sugarcane. Solar Sea Walk Undersea walk Ltd (13 min) Trou aux Biches Beach (1 min) Idyllic palm tree–lined white-sand beach with clear turquoise waters known for snorkeling & sunsets. Anse la Raie (19 min) Peaceful sandy beach backed by palms & with clear seas popular for kitesurfing, SUP & snorkeling. Mont Choisy Beach (5 min) Peaceful, 1.4km coastal strip with fine sand, shade trees, clear, calm waters & food vendors. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden (19 min) 18th-century botanical gardens with 500 plant species including giant water lilies & Talipot palm. Château de Labourdonnais (15 min) Restored Victorian mansion on a sugarcane planation with rum tastings & a gift shop. Blue Safari Submarines (18 min) Indian Ocean tour company running 2 mini submarines descending to 115 ft & subscooter excursions. Gunner's Quoin (19 min) Grass-topped rocky isle with a nature preserve, swarming sharks & ruins of a sugar plantation. Blue Penny Museum (31 min) Charming museum with stamp, coin & art exhibits devoted to the cultural heritage of Mauritius. Citadelle (32 min) This 19th-century military fortress features a walled courtyard & panoramic city views. |