It is easy to run out of adjectives when attempting to describe the natural beauty of the small tropical Indian Ocean island paradise of Mauritius. The volcanic island Republic, covered with lush forest, streams and waterfalls, and fringed with palms, dazzling white sands and teeming coral reefs, lies east of Madagascar just south of the Equator. Mauritius, covering just 720 square miles (1,864 sq km), is the archetypal dream destination for an idyllic holiday, equipped with modern resorts that have been carefully developed to preserve the island's beauty and ecology.

Mark Twain is quoted as having said that 'Mauritius was made first, and then heaven was copied from it’ and anyone who has experienced the island would no doubt agree with him.

Along with its natural beauty Mauritius has a valuable tourist resource in the warmth and friendliness of its multi-cultural population. Since being officially 'discovered' in 1505 by the Portuguese, the island has been occupied by the Dutch, the French and the British. All have added to the melting pot that constitutes the island's human heritage, along with injections of African slaves, Arab traders and Chinese indentured labourers over the centuries.

Experience the tropical island of Mauritius as it was meant to be enjoyed………
Self-catering -Mauritius. There are many individual villas where you can do your own thing. Villa sizes range from two to four bedrooms and are serviced daily. The range of private villas also spans luxurious to more middle of the range, it depends on your budget. Transport arrangements to and from the airport are arranged and when you arrive a welcome pack to get you going. After that, it’s whatever you want to do, eat what you like, when you like or eat out. Self-catering apartment accommodation in Mauritius can also vary considerably on the island, from large luxurious on the beach to small and well away from the sea. It’s important to know what self-catering options you are looking for in Mauritius.

Experience the tropical island of Mauritius as it was meant to be enjoyed………

Self-catering -Mauritius. There are many individual villas where you can do your own thing. Villa sizes range from two to four bedrooms and are serviced daily. The range of private villas also spans luxurious to more middle of the range, it depends on your budget. Transport arrangements to and from the airport are arranged and when you arrive a welcome pack to get you going. After that, it’s whatever you want to do, eat what you like, when you like or eat out. Self-catering apartment accommodation in Mauritius can also vary considerably on the island, from large luxurious on the beach to small and well away from the sea. It’s important to know what self-catering options you are looking for in Mauritius.

MAURITIUS:
The North Coast
With glorious weather, a string of beautiful sandy beaches and still, clear lagoons as its prize assets and the watersport playground of Grand Baie as its focus, the northern coast is the part of Mauritius most dedicated to the need of the holiday maker.
Facilities are tourist friendly, several top hotels have been built at or near Grand Baie and restaurants and bars cater to a range of tastes. The north eastern coast remains relatively quiet by contrast, it depends what you are looking for.
The West Coast
Mountains dominate the view inland from the coast of the black river district, providing a striking picturesque backdrop for the fishing villages and the savannah clad deer reserves in the South and the cane fields further North. There is a lot to do on the coast, which has a fair concentration of resort hotels devoted to water sports.  Big game fishing and diving are popular past times for holiday makers here. The areas of Tamarin and Flic en Flac have well developed tourist friendly facilities such as supermarkets, restaurants and bars.
The South Coast
Considered by some to be the most beautiful region, the coastline and interior are certainly rugged and dramatic. The undeveloped area is said to be reminiscent of what the island used to look like before the tourist trade took off. There are several gaps in the reef along the South coast, and from Souillac to just past Le Souffleur, the reef and the calm lagoons commonly found on the other coastlines are absent. There are fewer safe bathing beaches, but the sight of powerful waves close by makes for a refreshing change, while onshore winds cool the heat of the summer.
The East Coast
Lovely beaches line the East coast and the Bambous Mountains dominate views inland from Grand Port Bay, where the land ascends steeply from the coastline. Further North, the land rises behind sugar cane fields.
The eastern coastline gets the brunt of the wind, with onshore southeast winds blowing all year round, gentler summer breezes provide welcome relief from the heat and stronger winter winds are appreciated by those who enjoy kite surfing and sailing.