Expected all year round holidays provide an opportunity to relax and recharge for a few days. Some people feel that this means just relaxing with friends or family. Others are keener on a sports holiday to experience more. Mauritius is an ideal destination, offering unique landscapes that will satisfy both those who enjoy lazy afternoons by the sea and those keen on sports and need to move around and discover the country.
If you are more inclined to take advantage of your holidays to exercise, this article is for you. Need help? Villanovo can advise you on the activities and sports available in Mauritius.
Unless you have planned daytime activities, it is best to exercise in the early morning or evening because of the high temperatures. So, if you want to go running, you might prefer the morning to the middle of the afternoon, you will be fresher, there will probably be fewer people, and you can admire the sunrise on the island.
Water activities: diving, snorkeling
Mauritius is a paradise for water sports lovers. The island offers a plethora of water sports such as surfing, kitesurfing, and windsurfing. The Morne beach on the southern tip of the island is a world-renowned spot for kitesurfing. The conditions are optimal, and the view of the Morne mountain is simply breathtaking.
Mauritius, with its turquoise lagoons and coral reefs, is an ideal place to discover an incredible underwater fauna. Sea turtles, dolphins, whales, and a multitude of multicolored fish are on the program. The island is full of diving and snorkeling spots like in the south of the island at the Blue Bay Marine Park or even further north at Grand Bay. For those who would like to take their first dive, count on about 50 euros per person.
For those who wish to stay afloat, Mauritius is the ideal snorkeling destination.
Terrestrial activities: hiking, mountain biking
What better way to enjoy the island's paradisiacal landscape than hiking? Get off the beaten track and discover the island from a different angle - from its peaks or in the heart of the forest! Whether you are with your family, a couple or alone, the island offers a variety of courses of all levels that will seduce you. Come and climb the Morne or the Montagne du Pouce to admire beautiful panoramas or go deep into the luxuriant vegetation of the numerous parks such as the Rivière des Gorges Noires to get closer to the wild fauna and flora of Mauritius. Whether it is a full-day trip or a short walk, there is something for everyone. Due to the humid climate, always remember to stay well hydrated throughout the hike.
For a family outing, think about mountain biking! You will have the opportunity to enjoy a sporting experience while enjoying a spectacular view. Lovers of wild landscapes and nature will be delighted.
Mauritius: the ideal destination to discover or rediscover golf in the middle of the Indian Ocean
Mauritius is one of the top ten destinations for golfers and renowned for its unique golf courses set in stunningly beautiful surroundings, between turquoise lagoons and volcanic rocks in the surrounding hills. Take to the green at Ile aux Cerfs or Anahita the Resort and learn to play or enjoy an 18-hole course in Maurice.
The plus: the original activity, the Solar Sea Walk
Do you want an unforgettable scuba diving experience? Try Solar Sea Walk, a cross between scuba diving and astronauts. Equipped with transparent helmets, you can breathe underwater while enjoying the view of the underwater fauna and flora. Not to be missed!
All in all, Mauritius is a real sportsman's paradise, and you are sure never to get bored.
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