Mauritius officially the Republic of Mauritius is an island nation in the Indian Ocean about 2,000 kilometres (1,200 mi) off the southeast coast of the African continent. The country includes the island of Mauritius, Rodrigues [560 kilometres (350 mi) east], and the outer islands (Agaléga, St. Brandon and two disputed territories).
The islands of Mauritius and Rodrigues (172 km (107 mi) southwest) form part of the Mascarene Islands, along with nearby Réunion, a French overseas department. The area of the country is 2,040 km2. The capital and largest city is Port Louis. Mauritius was a British colonial possession from 1810 to 1968, the year of its independence. The government uses English as the main language.
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Day 1 | ARRIVAL MAURITIUS Arrival Mauritius at morning. Transfer to Hotel. Overnight Mauritius. |
Day 2 | MAURITIUS Explore the North Island, visiting Port Louiss and Pamplemousses Botanical Garden, Grand Baie where you can take an optional tour of Undersea Walk. Dinner and Overnight Mauritius. |
Day 3 | MAURITIUS Explore the South Island, visiting Troux Aux Cerf – a natural volcanic crater, Grand Bassin – a lake, visit various Temples, Chamarel waterfalls and seven-coloured earth. Dinner and Overnight Mauritius. |
Day 4 | MAURITIUS Explore fabulous virgin island of Ile aux Cerf. Here you are free to experience of water sports. Dinner and Overnight Mauritius. |
Day 5 | MAURITIUS DEPARTURE Transfer to Mauritius Airport to catch the flight for onward journey. |