A small island, but lots to see! Leisure parks all around Mauritius offer a host of family friendly activities. Catamaran tours, hiking and biking, combine leisure with sightseeing.
Tourists visiting Mauritius are no longer just sun-seekers enjoying the white sandy beach of their luxury hotel. Today’s holiday-makers might be thrill seekers or sport addicts, eager to go beyond the boundaries of the proverbial “Sun, Sand and Sea”. More recently, families have discovered the benefits of protected beaches with shallower waters that are safer for children to swim and play in.
Additionally, there is an array of child-appropriate fun leisure activities on offer throughout the island. Theme parks not only provide the opportunity to encounter exotic bird and animal species, but also offer guided hikes and quad-biking tours, safaris, horse riding, canyoning, zip lining, swimming in mountain-streams and fox-trail adventures.
Other activity options include specially-tailored sustainable day tours for families and groups that provide valuable insights into the island’s plant and animal-life, its fragile eco-system, religions and cultures, as well as a glimpse into the everyday lives of Mauritians.
Sailing trips and kayak tours are great ways to explore the lagoon. And those eager to dive into its fascinating underwater world might opt for a snorkelling tour or scuba dive-adventure; both of which are available for children and adults alike. For a special adventure, a Catamaran Cruise is a must. You are transported across the turquoise lagoon to one of the small islets off the coast of Mauritius where you can enjoy swimming and snorkelling while the crew prepares a mouth-watering meal – drinks and fun are included!
For those who have dreamed of flying, zip lines provide the opportunity for you to admire nature while in flight - just like a bird! Ten zip lines, with the smallest measuring 60 metres, and the longest taking you to 200 metres at an altitude of 20 to 40 metres. Children and adults alike are unsurprisingly captivated by the excitement of flying over a river, trees, and rocks while discovering the fauna and flora of the landscape.
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A 10,000 ft Tandem Skydive is one of the more recent activities introduced in Mauritius. It takes place on the North-east Coast of the island, in Riviere Du Rempart. The activity consists of a briefing with an instructor, a plane ride to reach the required altitude, freefall and a flight under canopy before landing.
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A speed boat outing from the West Coast of Mauritius, starts in the early hours of the morning for an encounter with the dolphins that have made the lagoon their home. If luck is on your side, you will get some up close and personal time swimming alongside the dolphins. The trip also includes time for some snorkelling.
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Discover the northern isles of Mauritius with a cruise to Flat Island and Coin De Mire Island on a small catamaran for a more intimate tour. The vistas you will glimpse on this trip will be like picture-postcards. The beaches and beautiful lagoons of Flat and Gabriel Islands are perfect for swimming and snorkelling. Tropical BBQ and drinks are included.
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Discover the South-east Coast of Mauritius on a speedboat, that features the largest lagoon of the island created by a long coral reef barrier. You start with snorkelling in the Blue Bay Marine Park, before the speed boat trip to Old Grand Port, the site of the historical battle ground where Napoleon won his only naval battle over the British in 1810. You also visit the small island of La Passe, which houses the ruins of French and British built forts, and the picturesque Lighthouse Island.
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You set sail from the turquoise lagoon of Old Grand Port, which was the first port of the island and where the earliest settlers began their explorations along the coast to Ile aux Cerfs (Deer island). The trip offers the opportunity for some snorkelling, a visit to the Grand River South East Waterfalls, and a visit to the pristine sandy beach of Ile aux Cerfs, as well as spectacular mountain scenery to behold.
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Ride through the domain, navigating rough terrain and sometimes muddy tracks that lead to the Mare Longue Reservoir. This is an invigorating full day activity that is sure to get the heart pumping! The trail takes you through the rich natural environment of Mauritius, with endemic plants and trees all around you.
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An exceedingly fun half or full day of big game fishing. You will explore the deep blue sea of the south-west of the island in the hope of engaging in battle with one of the many predators of the ocean. The 40 feet long fishing boat is made of fiberglass, and has been fabricated specially for Big Game Fishing. It also offers ample comfort and can accommodate up to 12 passengers.
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An exceeding Half Day or a full day big game fishing trip. You will explore the deep blue sea of the south west off the island in hope of catching a fight with one of the many predators of the ocean. The Fishing boat is a fiberglass boat of 40 feet long that have been conceived specially for Big Game Fishing. It also offers comfort and can accommodate up to 12 passengers.
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