Mauritius

Sights

• Le Morne Brabant – A rocky mountain above the lagoon, a UNESCO site and memorial to escaped slaves.
• Chamarel – The «Seven Coloured Earth» and a tall waterfall.
• Black River Gorges National Park – Rainforest and trails with endemic birds.
• Pamplemousses Botanical Garden – Giant water lilies and avenues of palms.
• Port Louis – The central market, Caudan Waterfront and Aapravasi Ghat (UNESCO).
• Grand Bassin – A sacred Hindu crater lake with a giant Shiva statue.

Food & nightlife

• Dholl Puri – Flatbread with yellow split peas, curry and chutney – the top street food.
• Rougaille – A Creole tomato sauce with fish, sausage or seafood.
• Rum – A tasting at one of the island's rum distilleries.
• Beach-grilled fish – A weekend picnic, the way locals do it.

Day trips

• Île aux Cerfs – By boat or catamaran to the lagoon in the east.
• Dolphins off Tamarin – Watch dolphins in the bay early in the morning, keeping your distance.
• Île aux Aigrettes – A nature reserve with rare birds and giant tortoises.

Good to know

When to go

April–May, September–December

Getting around

Driving is on the left; a hire car or taxi with driver is most convenient, plus buses and the Metro Express between Port Louis and Curepipe.

Tipping

Service is usually included – rounding up is a nice gesture.

Power

Plug type C/G, 230 V – pack an adapter for Swiss plugs.

Currency

Mauritian Rupee (MUR)

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