DEEP SEA FISHING · GOLFING · ROMANCE · DIVING

Fishing

Mauritius is a paradise for deep sea fishing. Species include the blue or black marlin, all types of sharks, yellow tuna, the Bonitos, the ‘emperor’, the ‘pélerin’, the ‘bécune’ or the barracuda.
Huge fishes like the Blue Marlin roam the waters surrounding Mauritius from November to April, and very often until May. The ocean is 70 metres deep one kilometre away from the coast. Mauritius holds several world fishing records (IGFA), including that of the mako shark of 1115 pounds, the blue shark of 400 pounds, a bonito of 41.5 pounds, a white tuna of 224 pounds and a ‘bécune’ of 125 pounds. African records (GFUA) mention a yellow tuna of 212 pounds and a white tuna of 224 pounds. Other specimens recently caught include blue marlins of 1430 and 1355 pounds. Fishing boats can be hired from almost all hotels. The most prestigious deep sea fishing competition is the Marlin World Cup which is hosted in December by La Pirogue Hotel.

Golfing

What could be more pleasant than being on holiday on a dream island whilst having the opportunity to improve your golfing skills.

Several of our hotels have excellent golf courses. Three 18 holes : Le Paradis at Le Morne Belle Mare Plage hotel, and One&Only Le Touessrok Golf Course. Five 9 holes: at Trou aux-Biches, Shandrani (Blue Bay), St Géran (Poste de Flacq), Maritim (Balaclava) and the Sofitel Impérial (Wolmar). Belle Mare Plage has two championship golf courses : Legends and Links. Most of these hotels have a club house with a locker room for customers’ equipment and a shop.
There are instructors to attend to customers’ needs including private tuition. Golf balls, clubs and caddies can be hired. An 18-hole golf course also exists at the Gymkhana private club in Vacoas. Visitors have to pay an entrance fee to be able to play.
The most spectacular golf course of Mauritius is probably the “One&Only Le Touessrok Golf Course”. One&Only Le Touessrok Golf Course is on its very own tropical island, fringed by white sands with a backdrop of green mountains - truly one of the world’s great golf settings. All 18 holes have views of the ocean. There are nine lakes in all, with a number of holes requiring tee shots across sea inlets to the fairways. Bernard Langer has designed the course to challenge advanced players, while remaining exciting and playable for recreational golfers.

Romance

If you are looking for a very special place to spend your honeymoon, Mauritius is definitely the place for you. Every hotel on the island offers extensive wedding and honeymoon packages. They can also help you in organising every single detail of the ceremony. Everything is possible. You can choose to have an intimate, private occasion or a more adventurous way of exchanging vows. On a sunny beachside, under the sea or in the sky, Mauritius will transform your wedding or your honeymoon into an unforgettable moment. Please contact us for all the Mauritius legal requirements.

Spas

Those seeking well-being during their holidays should be sure to visit the spas, new oases of peace where time stands still. Mauritius offers several world-class items. If the seemingly endless miles of beaches, the natural hospitality of the Mauritian people and the huge range of different types of food are not enough , why not set off on a very special journey ! Pay a visit to some of the spas, where you can put yourself into the capable hands of experts and allow yourself to be carried away by your senses. These spas are now regarded as a must, on the tourist itinerary. The islands most famous spas include One&Only Le Saint Géran, the Royal Palm, Hilton, Prince Maurice, Beau Rivage, Oberoi, The Residence, Sofitel Imperial and Dinarobin hotels where holidays also mean fitness and enlightened senses.

DIVING

Almost every hotel or resort has a dive center and snorkeling and scuba diving can be arranged at your hotel. Diving in Mauritius doesn’t compare with other Indian Ocean sites (Seychelles or Maldives) but there is a well-known site, the “Cathedral” off Flic en Flac on the island’s west coast. Other sites include Whale Rock and Roche Zozo, an underwater rock pinnacle (accessible by boat only in summer). Another popular site is the submerged crater near Ile Ronde, accessible from the north from Grand Baie, among others. 

Snorkeling is more popular and all the major hotels can arrange boat snorkel trips to enjoy Mauritius’ reef and its colorful sea life. Many of the snorkeling spots are close to the beach, although the best spots are just off rocky shorelines. Most of the larger hotels on beaches have snorkeling equipment (masks, snorkels and fins) available for rent or complimentary for guests and will be pleased to direct you to the best spots. Please do remember that spear fishing or the collection of shells and corals is strictly prohibited.

SAILING

This is an all year round sailing location. Charter a power boat, cabin cruiser or yacht for fishing or leisurely exploration at your own pace.

And again, your hotel will be able to arrange a full yacht charter or a day sail, or whatever your preference might be. The day sails include lunch and is a wonderfully relaxing way to enjoy the water; there are also sunset cruises and starlight dinner cruises…these are very popular and advance reservation are required. In Grand Baie you can rent a catamaran by the hour if you prefer to handle the lines and rudder yourself.

SURFING

Surfing came to Mauritius some 30 years ago and some spots around Tamarin have been described as near perfect conditions with waves up to 6 feet…the season lasts from June to August. Expert surfers have rated Le Morne and One-Eye’s as excellent, plus other sites near Baie du Cap, south of Ilot Sancho and opposite the public gardens in Souillac.