Mauritius

Overview

Mauritius is situated in the Indian Ocean, approximately 2,400 kilometres off the South East Coast of Africa. The island, which is of volcanic origin, covers an area of 1,865 square kilometres ( or almost 3 times the size of Singapore ). Coral reefs surround most of the coast except the south. The central plateau is bordered by three mountain ranges giving rise to a landscape of striking beauty.

Within its 720 square miles there are more than 1,000 miles of good roads lined with bougainvillea and flame trees, violet moonscaped mountains, deep craters and red earth, wild waterfalls, villages hidden in lush coastal vegetation, plateau towns with charming old colonial houses, and endless fields of sugar cane plantations. This beautiful island also happens to be blessed with some of the finest beaches and aquamarine lagoons in the Indian Ocean and is a major tourist destination.

If you're searching for a tropical paradise where you can laze the days away on sun-kissed beaches, indulge in wild and wonderful water activities and treat yourself to a delicious range of culinary creations, Mauritius fits the bill.