2019-09-01 In The Moment

Mauritius

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OFF THE TOURIST TRAIL

Walk Port Louis
Get to know the buzzing capital by
joining Maya and Shakti’s ‘My Moris’
team on a walking tour of the city. The
super-knowledgeable guides will explain
Mauritius’ cultural history in depth while
you sample local snacks, visit artisans
and learn about religious monuments.
mymoris.mu

Explore by bike
Cycling across Mauritius’ scenic
southern region is not only spectacular
and a great way to meet locals, but it is
also good exercise. There are half and full
day itineraries with the option of lunch.

The route from Belle Ombré to Souillac is

recommended. electrobikemauritius.com

Discover tea culture

Bois Cheri is one of three plantations

on the island. Home to a processing plant

and tea shop, this is the perfect stop to

indulge in Mauritius’ tasty sweet teas while

enjoying views over the plantations.

Hike up Le Morne Brabant

During French and British rule, slaves

used to run away to this mountain for

sanctuary. For this reason, Le Morne

Brabant is a highly symbolic place for

Mauritians. The site was declared a

UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008 and

now draws in small groups of experienced

hikers. The summit climb takes three to

four hours and the view is spectacular.

Join the Maha Sabha pilgrimage

Visit in early March and you may have

the opportunity to experience the largest

Hindu pilgrimage outside of India. The

Mauritius Maha Shivaratri festival sees

thousands of devotees walk from all

corners of the island to Ganga Talao, a

sacred lake at Grand Bassin, to celebrate

the Great Night of Lord Shiva. Grand

Bassin is open to visitors all year around.

For more info, visit tourism-mauritius.mu

Travel beyond 'brochure Mauritius' and discover real island life

Women at the Bois Cheri

tea plantation, the first to

be planted in Mauritius,

start their day at 4am to

avoid the hot midday sun.