MAURITIUS
Destination Travel Dates
Duration Group Size
Mauritius 2nd – 8th 6N / 7D 2
March 2018
Destination Summary – Mauritius
With stunning white sand beaches and lush tropical forests covering the hills, Mauritius is a true delight.
Life in this island is characterised by majestic seascapes, unparalleled beauty and temperate weather. In
addition to immaculate white sands and welcoming waters, this spectacular country is also home to some
great water and sport activities.
. Best time to visit
As a year round destination the answer very much depends on you, and on your exact holiday preferences.
The best time to visit Mauritius is from May to December when the weather is cool, dry and sunny. The
island has a classic tropical climate with warm weather year-round.
Suggested Itinerary Outline
Day 1: Arrival in Mauritius
Mauritius is much more than white sands and blue waters. It’s greenery galore, and sunshine round the year.
Its plants of exquisite beauty in the oldest of botanical gardens, indigenous species of animal and bird life set
in a backdrop of tropical waterfalls, sugarcane plantations and palm-fringed playgrounds and mountains with
a view. It is also history, race courses, rum, exotic seafood and adventure.
Stay: La Palmeria Boutique Hotel/ Gold Beach Resort Mauritius
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 2: Ile Aux Cerfs Tour
Also called the Deer Island, this paradise island of Mauritius, of around 100 hectares of land, is located near
the eastern coast in the Flacq district. Harbouring some of the world’s most beautiful beaches and lagoons, Ile
Aux Cerfs has a multitude of activities and facilities. There is a wide variety of water sports, umpteen beaches,
restaurants of diverse cuisine and a five star hotel with a golf course; the island caters to every palate. As the
water activities are highly dependent on the weather, make sure to mark a couple of days from your trip for
an exclusive tour of this island. And when the skies are just right, snorkel, dive, or ski away, those pictures will
be worth their weight in gold years later.
Stay: La Palmeria Boutique Hotel/ Gold Beach Resort Mauritius
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3: Leisure
Spend your time together exploring the island and indulging in everything it has to offer in air, on land and
under water. From beachside shacks to five star restaurants, the food here is diverse and delicious. You could
lie back basking in sun and the views while you munch or sip away. Choose to cruise along the lush blue
waters or just relax on the pristine beaches as you wind up your tour of the island.
Stay: La Palmeria Boutique Hotel/ Gold Beach Resort Mauritius
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: North Mauritius Tour
Port Louis
The capital city of Mauritius is a kaleidoscope of cultures and countries. The old French colonial houses and
historical sites are a memorable visit; especially the city’s most imposing boulevard, the Place d’Armes which
is lined with royal palms and leads up to the Government House, a French colonial structure dating from 1738.
Or just build memories at Plaine Verte, the main square of Plaine Verte, holding hands. If you feel like
experimenting with food, there’s plenty of choice, you could start with the Mauritian “gato piman”.
Champ de Mars
Inaugurated in 1812, this is a thoroughbred horserace track and the oldest in the southern hemisphere. You
can get your fill of historical buildings and monuments such as the Parliament and the British Fortification if
you are in the mood for it, but the racehorse track is best known for its warm and lively family crowds which
celebrate life while they visit. Quite sets the mood for your life ahead!
Caudan Waterfront
The Waterfront, the commercial centre of the capital city, hosts shops, banks, casinos, cinemas, restaurants
etc. It is named after a famous historical figure, Jean Dominique Michel de Caudan, who came to the former
Ile de France and started a saltpan in 1726. The heterogeneous and dynamic environment of the location is
one where you can meet friends, take a walk, grab a meal, catch up with that movie you missed, listen to
music, shop, get a casino experience or maybe do business.
Botanical Garden
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden in Pamplemousses is the oldest botanical garden in the
southern hemisphere and famous for its long pond of giant water lilies. Constructed in 1770 by Pierre Poivre, it
covers an area of around 37 hectares. In addition to water lilies, the garden also houses spices, ebonies, sugar
canes and 85 varieties of palms from Central America, Asia, Africa and the islands around the Indian Ocean.
Take a gentle stroll hand in hand, or catch up with that brisk walk you have missed, the garden gives you
ample space. The air is unpolluted and fresh.
Stay: La Palmeria Boutique Hotel/ Gold Beach Resort Mauritius
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5: South Mauritius Tour
Trou aux Cerfs
A 605m high dormant volcano with a well-defined cone and crater, the Trou aux Cerfs is about 80m deep and
scientists say that it could become active within the next thousand years. The crater is only accessible down a
steep embankment and further down the water and silt has clogged the crater. This is a favourite haunt of
locals and tourists alike, and offers a 360 degree view of the town.
Grand Bassin
Ganga Talao or the Ganges of Mauritius is a crater lake in a secluded mountain area in the district of Savanne.
About 1800 feet above sea level, it is the most sacred Hindu location is Mauritius. There are temples dedicated
to Shiva, Hanuman, Ganga and Ganesh along the Grand Bassin.
Black River Gorges
This is a national park covering an area of 67sqkm and a wild expanse of rolling hills and thick forests. The Park
is committed to protect the island’s remaining rainforest, plants and animals like the rusa deer and wild pigs.
It’s the last stand for Mauritian forests and many native species. It's also the most spectacular corner of the
island. This is also an important habitat for three of the island's most endangered bird species: the Mauritius
kestrel, the echo parakeet and the pink pigeon. There are two information centres which hand out directions
about the best way to explore, picnic areas and 60km of hiking trails.
Charamel
Mauritius is home to a rare geological oddity, the Seven Coloured Earths or “Terres des Sept Couleurs”. These
are dunes formed by volcanic activity which brought seven differently coloured elements together. You could
wrap your day sipping exotic coffee at the only coffee plantation on the island.
Stay: La Palmeria Boutique Hotel/ Gold Beach Resort Mauritius
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6: Leisure
Take a day to explore around your hotel and bask in everything South Mauritius has to offer. The unplanned
activities could fill up your day very fast.
Stay: La Palmeria Boutique Hotel/ Gold Beach Resort Mauritius
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7: Departure
Breakfast at hotel. At appropriate time, transfers to airport to catch flight to your next destination.
Stay: La Palmeria Boutique Hotel/ Gold Beach Resort Mauritius
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel Details:
Option 1: La Palmeraie Boutique Hotel
La Palmeraie boutique hotel has a unique kite surfing location on Palmar beach situated on the east coast of
Mauritius. A beautiful lagoon bordered by a white sandy beach on which the trade winds blow. Kite Surf
enthusiasts can enjoy their passion fully in a completely safe environment.
La Palmeraie is situated within direct proximity of Kite Surf Paradise Mauritius, the best kite boarding official
kite school in Mauritius. Beginner or expert, Kitesurf Paradise offers the best kite conditions in a turquoise
lagoon with the steady trade winds of Mauritius Island from April to early December. Whatever the wind they
also propose year long stand up paddle lessons. You will be among the lucky ones to explore the beautiful
mangroves of the Ile aux Cerfs Island. La Palmeraie offers tailor made stays for kite surfing enthusiasts. Kite
lessons for beginners to expert riders are available including six hour initiation courses with IKO qualified
professionals using equipments designed for schools by North Kite Boarding.
Stay Type Meal Plan Cost Per Person
Superior (LC) Half Board 67,000/-
Superior (Regular) Half Board 78,800/-
Superior (Regular) Honeymoon Half Board 78,800/-
Deluxe Beach Front Half Board 83,700/-
Deluxe BeachFront (Honeymoon) Half Board 83,700/-
Option 2: Gold Beach Resort Mauritius
Silver Beach Hotel Mauritius is a welcoming and small Hotel in a wonderful secluded position, the Silver Beach
is ideal for a quiet, relaxing and simple holiday and the all inclusive package represents excellent value. Silver
Beach Hotel is situated on a white sandy beach, at Trou dEau Douce on the east coast of Mauritius, 50 km
from the capital of Mauritius Port Louis and 45 km from Mauritius airport.
There are 32 standard rooms with terrace/balcony located in the main building of Silver Beach Hotel all are
sea-facing, 28 Garden view rooms with a terrace/balcony located in 5 two storey buildings. Eight of these are
interconnecting. Each room has double/twin beds, air-conditioning, bathroom with shower and toilet,
telephone, TV, mini bar, personal safe and hair drier.
Pool Freshwater swimming pool near to the bar. The Silver Beach Hotel restaurant faces the pool and sea,
serving European and local cuisine. Vegetarian meals are on request.
There is a Sega show, which is the traditional music from Mauritius usually once a week.
Services Free water sports: Windsurfing, pedalos, kayaks, snorkeling and a free boat trip to Ile Aux Cerfs. Land
sports free include Volley ball, French bowling, tennis volley (on the beach), games room with pool table, table
tennis and darts. Pay at a nearby hotel for: Scuba diving, Small game fishing, glass bottom boat, water skiing,
catamaran cruise, deep sea fishing, speedboat trips, parasailing and horse riding. Other payable services:
Boutique, Baby sitting, Laundry, Bicycle and Car hire.
Stay Type Meal Plan Cost Per Person
Standard Half Board 66,000/-
Standard Half Board (Honeymoon) 70,500/-
Flight Details:
Outbound Booking
BOM - MRU, AI - 6749 S
02 Mar 2018, 06:45 - 11:15
Inbound Booking
MRU - BOM, AI - 6748 S
08 Mar 2018, 21:20 - 05:00
Package Inclusions:
- Return Economy Class Airfare
- Airlines Taxes
- 06 nights Stay in Mauritius
- Daily Breakfast
- 06 Dinners in Mauritius
- All tours and transfers on shared basis
Package Exclusions:
- Visa on arrival
- Personal expenses, tipping & others not specified above
- 5 % GST
Important notes:
• Please ensure your passport is atleast 6 months valid from intended date of return. Some countries
may have different validity requirements, it is customer’s responsibility to check and carry proper travel
documents (Passport/visa etc).
• un[travel] will hold no responsibility for any cancellations arising due to incomplete or improper travel
documents.
• International check-in time is 1400/1500 hrs & check-out time is noon
• This is purely an individual itinerary designed especially for your family based on above inputs.
• This is proposed service costing. We are not holding any confirmed airline and hotel reservations for
your travel. The same is subject to availability at the time of booking. It’s possible at the time of
confirmation, the prices may vary.
• The Cost of the airline ticket is quoted on specific class of the specified airlines, in case we are not
able to procure the seat at similar class we will try for higher class, the difference of the same will be
intimated to you post booking.
• Seat-in-coach transfers are on fixed timings
• Any increase in the rate of US DOLLAR //EURO //GBP//CHF (SWISS FRANC) or quoted currency shall
be borne by the traveler.
• Full payment for the tour should be made as soon as we give final confirmation of the tour.
• Prices are valid for stated travel period and are of defined validity, any change in the dates will lead
to re-costing.
• Final hand over (hotel vouchers / Air tickets / Passports Etc) will be delivered only upon receiving full
and final payment & duly filled & signed BTQ form by the passenger travelling.
• If travel date is within 07 days of final confirmation, payments will be accepted in Cash, Demand
Draft or Credit Card only.
• International check-in time is 1400/1500 hrs & check-out time is noon
• Any special request such as adjacent rooms, interconnecting rooms, room on the same floor, 1 king
size / 1 double bed, early check-in, late check-out, non/smoking room, etc. is subject to availability upon
check-in of the guest and is at the hotel's discretion. We will request this for you as priority
• Any refundable security deposit as per hotel/city or country policy
• Any local City/Tourist tax, mandatory Hotel/Resort fee: payable by guest directly at the hotel ONLY, if
applicable
• All arrival/departure transfers between 2300 - 0600 hrs will attract an additional supplement
• Above quote is excluding Hotel’s Super Peak Seasons Surcharge (if any) during required month of
Quotation
• Itinerary might get changed according to the availability of tours & services and it will be informed
and updated to the guest once they reach the destination.
• This quotation does not guarantee accommodation room space. Accommodation is subject to
availability at the time of receiving your approval of the quoted rates and the payment of deposits.
Booking policy:
25 % BEFORE BOOKING
Important - In case of Payment is in Cash or Cash Deposit of INR 50000/- or above, Pan Card copy of the
client is mandatory.
Cancellation policy:
In case of cancellation, client will be liable to pay file handling charges of INR 5000 per person. This fee is
besides any airline or hotel or services cancellation fee or amount
