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Explore Mauritius

Seven Cascades hike: 4 hours in the Tamarin forest

Prepare for your trek through the tropical forest: real duration, swimming pools, guide and equipment needed for the Seven Cascades hike in Mauritius.

Kareena Seecharan · 5 min
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Thaipoosam Cavadee: 10 days of fasting before the procession

Discover the rituals, 10-day fast and procession to the kovil: the meaning behind Thaipoosam Cavadee, one of Mauritius’ major Tamil public holidays.

Avi Rumjansing · 5 min
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Le Pouce hike: 812 metres above Port Louis

Follow the trail step by step: actual duration, starting points from Moka and Port Louis, difficulty level and equipment needed for the Le Pouce hike in Mauritius.

Dinesh Doorbeejan · 5 min
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Languages spoken in Mauritius: 90% speak Creole daily

Understand who speaks what and in which context: Creole at home, English in parliament, French in the media. Discover the languages spoken in Mauritius.

Avi Rumjansing · 4 min
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10 days in Mauritius from the west coast

Follow our day-by-day itinerary to discover what to do in Mauritius in 10 days: the west coast, Chamarel, Le Morne, the south, Port Louis and the east coast.

Sunny Malliah · 5 min
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Trou aux Biches: green turtles and a former fishing village

Plan your snorkelling day: calm waters, green turtles and white sand make Trou aux Biches Beach a must-visit destination in northern Mauritius.

Kareena Seecharan · 4 min
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La Vanille Nature Park is home to 1,000 giant tortoises

Plan your visit: feeding sessions, more than 1,000 giant tortoises and a fascinating insectarium await you at La Vanille Nature Park in southern Mauritius.

Sunny Malliah · 5 min
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Vallée des Couleurs, southern Mauritius’ nature and adventure park

Plan your day of nature and adventure in southern Mauritius: discover the Land of 23 Colours, waterfalls and thrilling zip lines at Vallée des Couleurs.

Avi Rumjansing · 4 min
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Markets in Mauritius: 7 places to experience local life

Discover spices, tropical fruits and local crafts: Mauritius’ markets offer an authentic glimpse into local life, from Port Louis to the south. Our guide has you covered.

Kareena Seecharan · 5 min