The north east of the island is particularly popular, with superb weather year round and the elegant seaside resort town of Grand Baie. The spectacular Pamplemousses Gardens is a haven to many indigenous plants including giant waterlilies, ancient trees and shrubs and giant tortoises.

Quality and high standards apply to every aspect of the island - service in the he hotels, accommodation, sightseeing, transportation and attractions. The people are warm and friendly and shoppers will find a good value and a high quality of goods. The clear warms waters off the coast offer ideal conditions fro a variety of watersports including snorkelling, windsurfing and scuba diving. There are prolific deep sea fishing areas outside the reef, particularly off Le Morne where the marlin breeding grounds yield record trophies annually. Mauritius's greatest assets is its beautiful, white sandy beaches, naturally protected by a coral reef that encircles almost the entire island.



The international flights serve Plaisance International Airport and all hotels, resorts, self catering villas or bungalows offer airport transfers. A valid passport is necessary and visas are required by some nationalities. These requirements should be checked with the visa authorities well in advance. A yellow fever vaccination is required for travellers over 1 year of age travelling from infected areas - the endemic zones as listed by the World Health Organisation. There is currently no malaria in Mauritius. Beach and casual wear is suitable year round. Sun protection and hats are strongly advisable.

During the winter months, from July to September, the evenings can be cool. In the central part of the island, 600 m above sea level, the average max temperature varies from about 20 0 26 degrees C. Along the coastal areas, the temperatures are generally 3 - 5 degrees C higher. The western and northern regions are warmer and relatively drier than the east and south. The unit of currency is the Mauritius Rupee. Banks, hotels, restaurants and tourist shops generally accept credit cards. The power supply throughout the island is 220 volts.