Blessed with crystal clear turquoise waters, gorgeous powder white sand beaches and a wonderful tropical climate, the idyllic island of Mauritius is a remarkably romantic holiday destination. While most visitors spend their days relaxing in one of the many luxurious holiday resorts, there is much more to this little island than merely cocktails and coconuts. Those who venture inland will discover lush, jungle-clad mountains, glistening blue lagoons, impressive rivers and waterfalls, extinct volcanic craters, charming little ramshackle towns and villages, and some fabulously friendly locals. Must-see attractions include: the bustling capital of Port Louis with its lively local markets; the remarkable 85m high Chamarel Waterfall; and Eureka, a historical plantation mansion turned museum offering visitors a glimpse into the island's colonial past. No matter how you spend your time on this lovely little island, it is sure to fulfil all your fantasies of a tropical island paradise.
Poste De Flacq is a breathtaking, isolated and generally quiet peninsula on the east coast of Mauritius. With its lagoons, mountains, luxuriant vegetation, powder-white soft sand beaches, and rocky paths, this is a destination well suited to nature lovers, photographers, and outdoor sports enthusiasts. In particular, several attractive, scenic routes along the coast beckon to hikers and mountain bikers. The 427-hectare exotic forest at the Bras d’Eau National Park, just north, offers the chance to spot the endemic Mauritius paradise flycatcher and take a dip in one of the alluring natural pools. Make sure to spend a day meandering through the enormous open-air market at the town’s atmospheric, distinctively Creole centre for some excellent local souvenirs and deliciously fresh produce.
