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Mauritius Safari, Animals and Wildlife Activities

  Welcome to the wild side of Mauritius!

Get ready to embark on an extraordinary journey where you'll meet Lions, Caracals, Tigers, Zebras, Ostriches, Antelopes, White Rhinos, Impalas, Kudus, Mauritius Kestrel and various other animals during the thrilling animal discovery expeditions.

Animal and bird lovers, you can learn more about the lives of the giant tortoises, crocodiles, rare Pink Pigeon, Echo Parakeet and others during visits to La Vanille Nature Park, Ile Aux Aigrettes Island and various other Nature Reserves.

We also have a one-of-a-kind Tailor Made Casela Day Package which allows you to decide the combination of Safari activities you want to do - Animal Feeding, Interaction with Lions, Caracals and Rhinos, Quad, Zip Line or Canyon Swing, to name a few.

For the ultimate African savannah experience, opt for the Safari Adventures 1 Day package, where the thrill of discovery awaits at every turn. So, are you ready for the adventure?

Camel Ride Activities at Casela

About Camel Ride and Feeding Activities at Casela Camels are one of the most social and loving animals you will ever meet and you will be glad you spent a little part of your day in their company.…  read more →

Duration : Flexible

Big Cats Interactions at Casela Nature Parks

About the Big Cats Interactions at Casela Nature Parks Interaction with Caracal or Serval Get up close and personal with the Caracal or Serval through an exciting encounter of 15 minutes. Feel the…  read more →

Big Cats Drive Thru in Mauritius (Casela Parks)

About the Big Cats Drive Thru at Casela Nature Parks Join the only Safari Big Cats Drive Thru in Mauritius and meet the lions and tigers at the famous Casela Nature Parks! Who would have thought that…  read more →

Duration : 45 mins

Guided Visit of Ferney Conservation Park

About the Visit of Ferney Conservation Park La Vallée de Ferney, a forest and wildlife reserve, is an excellent spot to discover the flora and fauna of Mauritius and enjoy quality time by…  read more →

Duration : 2 hrs

Animal Feeding Package at Casela

About the Animal Feeding Package at Casela Nature Parks Mauritius Tortoises Feeding Tortoises have a docile nature, so they are great for kids. These gentle giants can live up to 150 years and love…  read more →

4x4 Safari Tours at La Vallée de Ferney - Nature Expedition

About the Thrilling 4x4 Tour - Off-Roading into the Heart of La Vallée de Ferney Embark on the ultimate adventure seekers' dream: an adrenaline-pumping 4x4 tour through the untamed…  read more →

Crocodile & Giant Tortoises Park And Nature Reserve

Crocodile & Giant Tortoises Park And Nature Reserve Home to the second largest crocodilian and one of the largest tortoises in the world, Crocodile & Giant Tortoises Park And Nature Reserve …  read more →

Tailor Made Casela Day Package

Visit of the Casela Nature Parks  Entrance ticket includes: African Safari: Get a taste of Africa in Mauritius with a unique chance to encounter antelopes, white rhinos, zebras and ostriches.…  read more →

Visit To Mauritius Safari & Bird Park

Visit of the Casela Nature Parks About the Casela Nature Parks: Located beside the Rempart Mountain on the South-West of Mauritius, the Casela Nature Parks stays true to being a real nature and…  read more →

Discovery Trail by Safari 4x4 - Bel Ombre Nature Reserve

About the Discovery Trail by Safari 4x4 - Bel Ombre Nature Reserve This is a fantastic adventure trail, taking you off the beaten track to discover one of the most rejuvenating sites on the island.…  read more →

Ebony Forest Love Tree Tour - Plant Your Own Endemic Tree

About the Ebony Forest Tour including a 4x4 Jeep Ride - South West of Mauritius Your visit begins with a special welcome at the Visitor Centre, followed by a tour of the Ebony Experience museum,…  read more →

The Authentic Bel Ombre Sightseeing Tour with Lunch

About the The Authentic Bel Ombre Sightseeing Tour Spend a memorable time touring the south of Mauritius. The Bay2Bay tour will have you enjoy an exciting 11-stop drive at the most scenic and history…  read more →

Duration : 4 hrs

Sunset Safari Experience at Bel Ombre Nature Reserve

About the Sunset Safari Experience - Bel Ombre Nature Reserve This package will allow you to immerse yourself in the unsurpassed beauty of nature; it's a unique experience you won't soon…  read more →

Horse Riding at Balaclava Equestrian Centre

About Horse Riding at Balaclava Equestrian Centre Come and discover horse riding at the Balaclava Estate. Mauritius Attractions has designed the perfect package for you to enjoy a horse riding…  read more →

Zookeeper for a Day Kids Package at Casela Parks

Zookeeper for a Day - Kids Package at Casela Nature Parks It is hard to please everyone on a family holiday, especially kids! At Casela Nature Parks, parents will not have to worry as the unique…  read more →

Duration : 5 hrs

Casela Nature Parks - Quad Biking in Yemen Reserve

Quad Biking Experience at Casela Nature Parks (Yemen Nature Reserve) One hour of intense fun to appreciate the exclusivity and the charm that prevails in the reserve. More than a quad bike outing, it…  read more →

Interaction With Rhinos

Rhino Interaction Activity in Mauritius If you have always dreamt of seeing a rhino up close, here is your chance. Ella & Benji, the two white rhinos at Casela Nature Parks are so playful and…  read more →

Ile Aux Aigrettes, Blue Bay Marine Park, Mahebourg

Ile Aux Aigrettes, Blue Bay Marine Park, Mahebourg - Tour As part of this package, you will get to explore the southeast area of Mauritius. A coastal region rich in history and where you will…  read more →

Duration : 8 hrs 30 mins

Ebony Forest Sublime Sundowner - Guided Tour & Open-Air Safari

About the Sublime Sundowner Tour including a safari Jeep Ride - Ebony Forest As every sunset is unique, this tour is the ultimate way to experience an original and memorable sunset. Wish to bond with…  read more →

Breakfast with Giraffes at Casela Nature Parks

A Magical Morning: Breakfast with Giraffes in Mauritius (Casela Nature Parks) Experience the ultimate adventure at Casela Nature Parks, the top-rated attractions park in Mauritius. With over 1,800…  read more →

Duration : 1 hrs

Picnic at Frederica Waterfalls - Bel Ombre Nature Reserve

About the Picnic at Frederica Waterfalls - Bel Ombre Nature Reserve Picnics are probably the favourite activity of everyone. A reunion with nature and reconnecting with one another and enjoying some…  read more →

Duration : 3 hrs

Walking With Lions

Walking With Lions at Casela Nature Parks As part of Casela Nature Parks, the Predator Kingdom, found in Yemen Nature Reserve, welcomes people to experience a thrilling moment with the Big Cat - the…  read more →

Birdwatching & Hike at Ebony Forest

Birdwatching & Hike at Ebony Forest Prepare for a very special and unique birding experience among one of the most magnificent ebony forests and few places in Mauritius where six of the nine…  read more →

Quad & Buggy - Discovery Trail at Bel Ombre Nature Reserve

About the Eco Quad Bike or Buggy Ride - Discovery Trail at Bel Ombre Nature Reserve Your adventurous journey in nature begins with a refreshing welcome drink, followed by a security briefing on…  read more →

Bel Ombre Off the Track Tour - Bel Ombre Nature Reserve

About the Bel Ombre Off the Track Tour - Bel Ombre Nature Reserve Time spent in nature is always rewarding for the body and soul. The fresh crisp air filling our lungs and the scenery soothing our…  read more →

Duration : 4 hrs 30 mins

Ziplining - Lions Walking - Animal Park - 1 Day Package

Ziplining - Walk with Lion Activity - Visit Casela Nature Parks Ziplines excursion at Casela Nature Parks The 400m Zipline & 4 Ziplines - Feel the wind like never before as you slide down the…  read more →

Duration : 10 hrs

Safari Adventures Day - 1 Day Package

Safari Adventures Day (1 Day package) Visit of the Casela Nature Parks  About the Casela Nature Parks: Located beside the Rempart Mountain on the South-West of Mauritius, the Mauritius Casela…  read more →

Duration : 8 hrs

Safaris In Mauritius - Get Mesmerised By The Breathtaking Wildlife

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1. Casela World of Adventures

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Animal Feeding and other activities

Location: Cascavelle, Mauritius Contact: +230 401 6500 (Monday to Sunday, including public holiday 8:30am to 5:00pm) Timings: All days - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. (Timings of individual activities may vary, refer website)

2. Crocodile and Giant Tortoises Park and Nature Reserve

Location: La Vanille Nature Park, Mauritius Contact: +230 626 2503 Timings: All Days - 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (Refer website for timings of activities)

3. Salazie Lodge Deer Safari

Location: La Nicolière, Mauritius Contact: +230 269 1000 Timings: 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM (Book 48 hours in advance to check availability)

Safety and Precautions

1. Pay close attention to the instructor's messages and follow them to ensure your safety. 2. Bring proper gear to ensure that you do not experience any trouble while hiking/exploring. This includes hiking shoes, sun cream, mosquito repellant, hat/cap, raincoat, umbrella, water and spare clothes. 3. Do not tease or tempt animals. Respect them, and they'll respect you. 4. Take special care of children. Ensure that they do not wander off alone or remain with animals unattended. 5. Keep the parks and trails clean and pollution-free. All visitors are responsible for the conservation of biodiversity.

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AFRICAN SAFARI

Experience a unique african safari in mauritius.

Get a taste of Africa in Mauritius with a unique chance to encounter antelopes, white rhinos, zebras and ostriches. Immerse yourself in the wild in the company of Kudus, Impalas, Oryx, Nyalas, and Waterbucks, just to name a few. The African reserve is of extraordinary scenic beauty with the iconic Rempart Mountain serving as a backdrop.  Casela Nature Parks offers several fun ways to get closer to animals of the African Safari: choose between our zebra bus or the safari Quad.

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Mauritius Safari Tours & Holidays

Mauritius, an Indian Ocean island nation, is known for its beaches, lagoons, and reefs. The mountainous interior includes Black River Gorges National Park, with rain forests, waterfalls, hiking trails, and wildlife like the flying fox. Capital Port Louis has sites such as the Champs de Mars horse track, Eureka plantation house, and 18th-century Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Gardens.

The perfect break is all about relaxing on the beach, enjoying a wide range of water sports and activities, sipping on cocktails, and tucking into great food, then our selection of Mauritius tours and holidays are sure to meet all your expectations! A destination that is as ideal for honeymooners and romantics as it is for families and golf enthusiasts, we can recommend resorts that will suit just about anyone.

Moreover, the different coastal regions of the island make Mauritius a more diverse destination than you might think – why not hire a car and enjoy a self-drive tour of Mauritius or stay at a couple of resorts to get the best of both worlds?

And speaking of the best of both worlds, many people choose a Mauritius holiday as a relaxing finale to a Big 5 safari in Africa.

How to get to Mauritius

Most visitors arrive in Mauritius by plane at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam (SSR) International Airport in the southeast, which now has a slick new terminal building. Air Mauritius runs daily flights onwards to Sir Gaetan Duval Airport on Rodrigues and there are several flights to Mauritius.

Passport, Visa, and Entry requirements for Mauritius

You don’t need a visa to enter Mauritius. On arrival, your passport will be stamped allowing entry to the country for 60 days. You’ll need to be able to provide evidence of onward or return travel. If you intend to work in Mauritius, you must get a work permit before you travel.

The health sector of Mauritius

Mauritius has a well-developed health system. Mauritius’ healthcare infrastructure includes five major public hospitals, six specialized public hospitals, 18 private multi-specialty clinics, 11 private specialized clinics, and 28 medical laboratories. There are more than 4,500 beds in both public and private hospitals. But this may not cover foreign travelers so ensure you purchase travel and medical insurance before traveling to Mauritius.

Malaria and Yellow fever vaccination for  Mauritius

No yellow fever vaccination certificate required for travelers traveling to Mauritania but ensure you check for updated information before traveling and the last indigenous case of malaria was found in 1968 and the rest were mostly imported cases. Consequently, Mauritius was officially declared free from malaria by the WHO. However, the malaria mosquito (Anopheles Gambiae) was not eradicated. Traveling with Anti-malarial may be important.

Currency of  Mauritius

The preferred currency for Mauritius is our local money: namely the  Mauritania rupee’ . Which many service providers may prefer the local currency so ensure you exchange money before traveling out of the main city for tips and payments though some lodges may accept credit cards.

Official Language of  Mauritius

Being both an English-speaking and French-speaking nation, Mauritius is a member of both the Commonwealth of Nations and La Francophonie. Mauritian Creole, which is spoken by an estimated 90% of the population, is considered to be the native language of the country and is used most often in informal settings.

Best time to travel to Mauritius

The  best time to visit Mauritius is from May to December when the weather is cool, dry, and sunny. Expect some of Africa’s  best beaches, fresh seafood, and long, sun-drenched days on a  Mauritius  holiday. The island has a classic tropical climate with warm weather year-round.

What to wear in Mauritius

Mauritius has a laid-back island vibe, so light clothing, bikinis, summer dresses, shorts, and flip flops are perfect. Some resorts and hotels in Mauritius require smart casual clothing after 6 pm at certain restaurants, so bear that in mind when packing.

What to bring while traveling to Mauritius

Mauritius is famous for beach holidays so packing wise may be a good idea and below is a small guide.

• Swimming suit. Okay, this one may sound too obvious, and we don’t mean  in any way to underestimate your judgment.
• Sunscreen lotion.
• Beach shelter.
• Snorkeling equipment.
• Hiking shoes.
• Insulated drink bottle.
• Motion sickness tablets.
• Cash(new notes)

Car hire and driving in   Mauritius

Cars drive on the left-hand side whilst priority is for vehicles coming from the right. Mauritius has only one highway. The highway starts from the airport situated in the South East of the Island and ends in the North of the Island at Grand Baie. And yes self-drive is safe but we recommend hiring a local driver along for the best experience.

Accommodation in Mauritius

Mauritius has several lodges available for tourists to enjoy and it shouldn’t be a problem looking for where to stay in Mauritius however between June to October an advance booking may be required for the best beach properties.

Local food of  Mauritius

The national dish of Mauritius that locals and travelers alike go gaga over. Dholl puri is a yellow split-pea pancake that is griddled on a Tawa and filled with cari gros pois (bean curry ) and Mauritius’ famous Rougaille (a spicy sauce of sweet tomatoes, thyme, garlic, and ginger).

Tipping while Travelling in Mauritius

Tipping is not common in Mauritius and tips are generally included in the bill at most restaurants. Most travelers still choose to tip, which is welcome. While traveling by taxi, it is common to simply round off the price.

Further information for  Mauritius

Before planning a vacation, the most important thing is to gather basic information about the destination. So before booking your holiday, read on for the most important  things to know about Mauritius !

• Location: This beautiful island is located in the Indian Ocean near Reunion Island and is well-connected to Madagascar in the east. This small island is considered a part of Africa despite its geographical location is far from the later one!
• A number of islands: Mauritius comprises a total number of 16 islands and islets, each known for its exquisite beauty.
• Geological Background:  The Island was formed thousands of years ago by underwater volcanic eruptions.
• Languages:  This Island doesn’t have any official language. However, French is the most spoken language here followed by English.
• Currency: Mauritian Rupee is accepted across the island. You can get the currency exchanged either at the airport or from the currency exchange centers.

Safety of Mauritius

On the whole, Mauritius has a very low crime rate. What little crime there is tends to be petty theft and non-violent. Downtown Port Louis and central tourist areas understandably do have a slightly higher crime rate, but in general, it is very safe to travel to.

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Casela Adventure Park

The Mauritius Casela Park also known as Casela Nature Park is a 14-hectares sanctuary offering a home to over 1,500 birds, monkeys, zebras, lions and many other animals. It is also a beautifully landscaped adventure park that offers a range of activities including animal interactions, a variety of heart pumping activities like zip line, giant slide, canyoning, and quad-bike safaris.

A Casela safari tour-item gives visitors the opportunity to venture hidden waterfalls Mauritius, feel the thrill of the longest Casela zip line circuit along the Indian Ocean coastline, hanging bridges, feed zebras and ostriches among other fun activities.

Walking With Lions

One of Casela’s biggest tour-itemist attractions is its lions. The Casela adventure park offers visitors a once in a lifetime opportunity to walk with the lions. The park has a lion enclosure where visitors get to meet with the majestic king of the jungle face to face. Walking with the lions is one activity you should not miss. To enjoy this opportunity, you are required to pay a lion park entrance fee, get a briefing and then begin your 1-hour session of Casela Park lions.

Walking with Tigers

Walking with tigers is another activity that Casela offers on their drive through concept. While on this Casela safari, guests are enclosed in a fenced vehicle to enjoy the maximum experience, especially for the big cat lovers in the company of a guide and driver for security purposes. The guides have expert tracking skills to stalk tigers and ensure you get to relish the sight of this majestic cat climbing trees and resting under the forest’s shade. Every experience in Casela Mauritius is like no other.

Casela Quad biking adventure

Visitors can explore the hinterland of Casela’s wildlife and nature on a 1-hour quad ride. First, they are taken on a test drive under the supervision of experienced guides. After that, the real safari starts when they are set free to tour-item the Yemen natural reserve on their own.

Segway Safari

Segways are environmentally friendly two-wheeled vehicles that Casela Nature Reserve has incorporated into its activities to ensure their visitors have sheer fun while they enjoy the beautiful outdoors. Led by experienced guides, they get to tour-item the beautiful nature in the Casela Nature Park on a Segway safari.

Casela Zipline

Canyon swing.

We certainly also have high adrenaline filled adventures at the park. Canyon swing is one of them which introduces visitors to a different type of bungee jumping. The Canyon swing lets you jump from a 45m high platform and fly between canyons among birds and bats.

Via Ferrata Circuit

For the sporty adventurers, Ferrata Circuit in Casela opens your way to cross plateaus, gorges, and cliffs. This excursion is fully supported with high-standard safety equipment and guides to offer you a helping hand along your adventure. You will begin your journey by climbing towards the peak of the Mamzel Zabeth Mountain. Atop the Mountain, you will enjoy the stunning panoramic view of lagoons and nature reserves of the entire west coast Mauritius. Visitors can cross the hanging bridge and swim in the natural pond of fresh water alongside a waterfall. You also have the option of sliding on the Casela water zip lines that will take you from the top of the hill directly into the pond.

Casela Leisure Park Activities

Feeding giraffes.

The Casela Nature Park is home to 9 giraffes. You will get the opportunity to admire their tallness and even feed them if you feel like.

Zookeeper for a day kids package

Casela Mauritius gives kids aged between 8-14 years a chance to play zookeeper for an entire half day in different sections of the park such as the Casela bird park and fish pond. During this time the kid partakes in zoo keeping activities like food preparation and distribution, feeding, cleaning, and observation of the animals.

Kids under 12 can enjoy the pony ride tour-item that starts from the goat enclosure to the pigs, calves, and fawns.

Fishing In Pond

Children can also enjoy fishing around the thriving tilapia pond at Casela Park. The park offers the children fishing rods and baits to ensure they have maximum fun while demonstrating their fishing skills.

You can contact us for a detailed overview of the range of activities that you can indulge in at the Casela nature park. We also provide you with updated Casela price list for each event.

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Mauritius in Indian Ocean

This beautiful island of Mauritius, once the land of the Dodo, has fabulous beaches, aquamarine seas, dramatic mountains and a vibrant cultural mix. All this makes Mauritius a perfect holiday destination.

The Indian Ocean boasts a wonderful climate, supported by welcoming warm waters and stunning white sandy beaches fringed by palm trees. Explore the depths of the crystal clear ocean featuring striking coral and a beautiful array of colourful marine life. The perfect way to relax and complete an exciting safari holiday. Also a romantic destination for honeymooners and couples.

The population of Mauritius is a mix of people of Indian, Chinese, African and European descent with the predominant religion being Hinduism. You will find people are friendly and helpful everywhere.

The range of food options reflects this cultural diversity with Creole, Indian, Chinese and European styles predominating. Fish and seafood is the main ingredient of most of these dishes often prepared in innovative and mouth-watering ways.

Regional flight connections are direct with South Africa and Kenya so a tailor made bush and beach safari holiday with these two African safari destinations make for a superb combination.

Whatever your interests, you are sure to enjoy Mauritius as an essential part of your journey of a lifetime.

WHY VISIT Mauritius

• Wonderful sandy tropical beaches
• Clear aquamarine seas
• Peaceful and friendly destination
• Activities to suit all tastes
• Excellent Coral reefs
• Hotels in all price brackets including some of the best in the world
• Good value for money
• A perfect honeymoon or family destination

ACCOMMODATION IN Mauritius

There is world class accommodation here in all categories, your choice of hotel, lodge or camp will depend on whether you are after a romantic stay or something more family orientated. Our consultants can guide you on the best options for your budget and aspirations.

Premium Level

Constance Le Prince Maurice

Entry Level

Heritage Awali Golf and Spa

La Pirogue Resort and Spa

Classic Level

Lux Belle Mare

Lux le Morne

Sugar Beach Hotel

The Maritim

SAMPLE TOURS

Below are some successful itineraries that have worked well for our clients. Please call to check availability or better still let us tailor make your own safari holiday.

Safari and Ocean

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13 days from £2415

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PLACES TO GO IN Mauritius

The whole Island has options so your choice of hotel, the activities you want to do, whether you require nightlife and bars or just a relaxing holiday and the season will determine in which part of this Island to base yourself. Safari club consultants will be happy to advise you so do call to discuss.

THINGS TO DO

• Scuba and snorkelling
• Big game fishing
• A great variety of water sports
• Golf, tennis and other sports
• Walking and hiking
• Luxury spas

SAFARI CLUB TIP

Avoid the East Coast hotels in July and August when the prevailing winds make the beaches less comfortable than those on the west which are sheltered at this time.

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME OF YEAR TO GO?

Mauritius has a sub-tropical climate, meaning it is warm all year round with rainfall tending to be in heavy and short lived showers. December to April are the hottest months at around 30 o C, also the wettest and most humid. May to August are the coolest months at around 25 o C with less humidity and rainfall. The best time to visit Mauritius depends on your interests. For Scuba, December to March is best as the water is said to be clearer. Surfing is good from June to August while the best time for big game fishing is October to March when the big predators hunt closer to the shore.

May through to October can be the best time to visit Mauritius where you can expect to enjoy cool, dry sunny days. Soak in the sun whilst relaxing on the beach, sample amazingly fresh seafood and explore the tropical Indian ocean.

November to April sees the hottest temperatures, you can expect to experience humid conditions.

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The wettest months come during the wet cyclone season, from January to March.

Avoid the east coast in July and August when the wind is at its strongest.

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July to September experiences a drop in temperature during their winter months, a mean average of 20 degrees C. Days are cooler and occasional short shows can be experienced, however these are most common during the evenings. This is a great time for those looking to be more active.

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If you’re planning to get wed, there are many boxes that you will be eager to tick with your honeymoon. You’ll want something that affords both privacy – for those quiet, romantic moments – and more social occasions for letting your hair down. You can enjoy all of this with (an African safari and beach honeymoon) adventure that, at Safari Club, we can prearrange design for you. Below are some examples, view our full range of exotic locations that we can help you to enjoy with your partner here.

Maasai Mara, Kenya

On our flying safari “A Week on the Wild side”, the two of you can see an amazing variety of wildlife at the Maasai Mara game reserve in Kenya. It is particularly advised that you book your stay between late July and October, when the migration crosses the Mara River into Kenya. Elephants, rhinos, zebras, giraffes, crocodiles, and big cats are among the animals that you can expect to see. You can also choose between classic or premium accommodation and extend this with a week on a stunning tropical beach.

The island country of Mauritius, located about 1,200 miles off the African continent’s southeast coast, is – there’s no mistake here – a tropical paradise. As part of our “Safari and Ocean” package, you can fly from the South African city of Johannesburg to the island, where you can enjoy palm-fringed beaches, a warm blue sea, and a first class hotel . Perhaps not surprisingly, water sports are among the activities that you can enjoy during your stay.

A good alternative island location for your romantic getaway is the Seychelles. This archipelago country, located just under 1,000 miles east of mainland East Africa, can be visited when you opt for our “Two Shades of Paradise” package. So, what can you expect to see on the archipelago? To cite buy acyclovir online just a few of the attractions: white sandy beaches, stunning coastal, inland and underwater scenery, and pristine coral reefs. Also covered for in the package is an overnight stay at the well-known “Giraffe Manor” in Nairobi.

Tanzania is a great choice for a honeymoon our Safari and beach Luxury Flying Safari is a wonderful safari and beach holiday visiting Selous game reserve, the largest area of protected wilderness in Africa and the little known but very exotic Pemba Island, the perfect place to relax and maybe enjoy some superb snorkelling and scuba diving.

South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

Are the two of you cat lovers? You can certainly see a lot of cats in this park, though be warned that they are a lot bigger than the cute little bundles of fluff you probably have running and playing in your house! Take advantage of our “Land of the Big Cats” honeymoon offer, and you can enjoy seeing lions, leopards, and other locally residing members of the cat family. Mind, don’t expect to hear any of those lions purring …

The skies of Namibia… yes, really

Does the prospect of spending your honeymoon in Namibia pique your interest? It’s a great idea, not least because there are so many awe-inspiring sights to enjoy there. In fact, you could find that there are too many – how can you get round to enjoying many of them in just one honeymoon? By embarking on our “Namibia Flying Adventure”! Using air transport including a hot air balloon, you can take in numerous contrasting areas, among them deserts, dunes, Atlantic Ocean, plains and wildlife habitats, of this large country. You could see big cats here, too in this incredible, awe inspiring landscape.

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• Chobe Game Reserve
• Kalahari & Makgadikgadi Pans
• Okavango Delta & Moremi Wildlife Reserve The Okavango Delta and the Moremi Wildlife Reserve provide one of Africa’s most incredible wildlife and wilderness experiences. What makes this area so remarkable is that it is a wetland paradise located within the arid Kalahari Desert. Each year floodwater flows into the Okavango Delta from its source in the moist Angolan highlands. These floodwaters flow into the Kalahari Desert to create a unique wetland that supports and sustains a huge diversity of wildlife. The heart of the Okavango Delta is the Moremi Game Reserve. All the major habitats and eco zones of the Okavango are preserved here. Around the Moremi Game Reserve are large private concessions that are leased out to safari companies with strict guidelines on visitor numbers. Wildlife including all of Africa’s major predators is plentiful and varied and many of the wildlife documentaries seen on television are filmed here. The recent reintroduction of both white and black rhino means that all the “Big Five” once again roam free in the Okavango Delta.
• The Linyanti & Selinda Wildlife Areas Linyanti and Selinda are private reserves adjacent to the Chobe Game Reserve, renowned for their predators and large concentrations of game including huge elephant herds. These areas include many varied habitats: marshes, waterways, riverine forests, dry woodlands and the world famous Savuti Channel. The Savuti Channel is a “waterway” that connects the Linyanti River from Zibalianja Lagoon, with the Chobe National Park. Two thirds of the famous Savuti Channel is in these private reserves and guests are able to view abundant wildlife privately and exclusively. The Savuti has only ever flowed intermittently and periodically dries up, however at the time of writing the channel is flowing, attracting huge amounts of wildlife to the area. Wildlife including all of Africa’s major predators is plentiful and varied and includes red lechwe, tsessebe, sable and roan antelope as well as lion, cheetah, leopard and wild dog. There are no rhino here at present but they will surely arrive naturally from the Okavango delta in the future.
• Tuli Block (Includes Mashatu) This privately owned game reserve is located at the confluence of the Limpopo and Shashi rivers in the remote and rarely visited Northern Tuli region of Botswana and includes Mashatu Game Reserve, the largest private reserve in Botswana. Northern Tuli is a diverse and stunning wilderness of savannah, riverine forests, marshland, open plains and sandstone outcrops. Many guests visiting this region arrive by road and air from South Africa as this reserve in the South East of Botswana does not have easy flight connections from Botswana’s other prime safari locations. The area offers excellent value for money safari holidays as well offering some unusual alternatives to the traditional open safari vehicle game drives. Animals found here include, lion, elephant, buffalo, eland, cheetah, giraffe and zebra and there is an excellent chance of leopard sightings.
• Mauritius This beautiful island of Mauritius, once the land of the Dodo, has fabulous beaches, aquamarine seas, dramatic mountains and a vibrant cultural mix. All this makes Mauritius a perfect holiday destination. The Indian Ocean boasts a wonderful climate, supported by welcoming warm waters and stunning white sandy beaches fringed by palm trees. Explore the depths of the crystal clear ocean featuring striking coral and a beautiful array of colourful marine life. The perfect way to relax and complete an exciting safari holiday. Also a romantic destination for honeymooners and couples. The population of Mauritius is a mix of people of Indian, Chinese, African and European descent with the predominant religion being Hinduism. You will find people are friendly and helpful everywhere. The range of food options reflects this cultural diversity with Creole, Indian, Chinese and European styles predominating. Fish and seafood is the main ingredient of most of these dishes often prepared in innovative and mouth-watering ways. Regional flight connections are direct with South Africa and Kenya so a tailor made bush and beach safari holiday with these two African safari destinations make for a superb combination. Whatever your interests, you are sure to enjoy Mauritius as an essential part…
• Seychelles If you are looking for the perfect tropical paradise you have found it. It is difficult to beat the Seychelles, palm fringed beaches, crystal clear lagoons and sensational snorkelling and diving. The Indian Ocean boasts a wonderful climate, supported by welcoming warm waters and stunning white sandy beaches fringed by palm trees. Explore the depths of the crystal clear ocean featuring striking coral and a beautiful array of colourful marine life. The perfect way to relax and complete an exciting safari holiday. Also a romantic destination for honeymooners and couples. Much of the fauna and flora of the Seychelles is unique and can be found nowhere else on earth. The Seychelles consists of more than one hundred islands each with its own character and attractions. The main island is Mahe and the two next best known are Praslin and Le Digue. All the islands have excellent hotels and we can offer superb accommodation on the island of your choice. Whatever your interests the Seychelles have an island for you, from exclusive luxury hideaways popular with royalty, film stars and the super-rich to small coral fringed atolls perfect for divers and nature lovers The Seychelles are also the best of the…
• Amboseli National Park
• Coastal Region The Kenyan coast is lined with pristine, white sand beaches fringing the warm inviting waters of the Indian Ocean. Here the wilderness meets the sea, and the ocean itself holds a world of spectacular coral reefs teeming with life and colour. The coast is a place with a long and exotic history, its calm blue waters the traditional passage of the Arabian Spice Trade with many Arab and Portuguese forts dotted along its length, testimony to the importance of the region as a gateway to the interior of the continent. This blend of natural beauty and the living history in the old parts of Mombasa and Lamu create an exotic paradise unlike anywhere else on earth. The beach and bush combination is always popular with Safari Club guests and for many people represents the perfect combination of excitement and adventure followed by total relaxation in a tropical paradise.
• Laikipia Plateau
• Maasai Mara Maasai Mara National Reserve is the finest wildlife park in Kenya for a whole host of reasons, it comprises a great wedge of undulating grasslands watered by the Mara River and is an extension of Tanzania’s Serengeti Plains to the south. The Maasai Mara is one place in Africa where animals still exist in the concentrations that existed in the nineteenth century, the numbers, especially when the Wildebeest are in residence can be truly staggering. The variety is also amazing with all the big five fairly common as well as cheetah, giraffe hippo and mega sized crocodile. It is sometimes possible to see a dozen different species at one time. The terrain makes the animals very visible at any time of the year making for great photographic opportunities and enhancing the possibility of witnessing predator action. In our opinion the Maasai Mara is an essential component of any wildlife safari in Kenya and can be relied upon to provide some of the best game viewing in Africa.
• Meru National Park Meru National Park does not appear on many safari itineraries, it is perhaps the least visited of Kenya’s major parks, a pristine and unspoiled environment. Abundantly traversed by streams and with plentiful rainfall, a rolling jungle of tall grass, riverine forest and swamp. Here in Meru National Park visitors will see a more diverse range of species than in any other park or reserve in Kenya. Regular sightings include Beisa oryx, gerenuk, elephant, Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, lesser kudu, Grant’s gazelle, leopard, lion, cheetah, rhino and the rare, elusive greater kudu. Meru is famous for its bird life, including riverine and forest species as well as the arid dry country species. The park is also famous as the place where Elsa the lioness immortalised in the film “Born Free” was released into the wild. In our opinion Meru National Park is well worth including in any longer Kenyan safari circuit as you will see some of Kenya’s  most stunning wilderness and the likelihood of seeing anyone else while you stay here is small, Meru provides a fascinating contrast to Kenya’s many other national parks.
• Samburu National Park Samburu National Reserve is located in the North of Kenya on the opposite bank of the Ewaso Nyiro River to Buffalo Springs and adjacent to Shaba Reserve. The river acts as a magnet for wildlife from the very arid, surrounding, savannah plains. During the dry season months between June and October the water and lush vegetation attracts a very high concentration of wildlife. There are a number of rare northern species found here including Grevy’s zebra, gerenuk, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx and reticulated giraffe. The Samburu National Reserve has plentiful elephants and all the big cats are regularly sighted. Samburu also has some highly endangered wild dogs and is a mecca for bird watchers. The reserve is located in the tribal lands of the Samburu people, a colourful culture with close links to the Maasai in the south. They are semi-nomadic pastoralists, herding cattle also, because of the terrain in which they live. Good flight connections make Samburu a good choice as part of a safari circuit with the Maasai Mara and Laikipia Plateau.
• Shaba National Park Shaba National Reserve in northern Kenya is very beautiful and attracts many animals because of the River Ewaso Nyiro which runs through it, and the mixture of acacia, riverine forest, thorn trees and grass vegetation. Shaba is adjacent to Samburu and Buffalo Springs Reserves and shares similar wildlife but has far fewer visitors. The Ewaso Nyiro flows from the Kenyan highlands, and terminates downstream at the famous Lorian Swamp. Animals commonly seen in the Shaba National Reserve are elephant, lion, cheetah, Grevy’s zebra, giraffe, gerenuk, buffalo, oryx, Grants gazelle, dikdik and waterbuck. The river forest attracts a wide variety of birds. Shaba National Reserve sees very few visitors and is off the main tourist trail making it an interesting destination for clients who have previously visited Kenya’s better known resorts and who would like to see a much less well known but very beautiful part of Kenya.
• Caprivi Strip Caprivi is a narrow strip of land in the far north east of Namibia. About 400 km long, it protrudes from the rest of the country like a finger, and has a very unique history and shares borders with 4 other countries. This is by far the wettest region of Namibia and consists mostly of extensive wetlands, floodplains, woodlands and rivers resembling Botswana’s Okavango Delta. Spectacular herds of elephant, buffalo, red lechwe and reedbuck are among the highlights of any game viewing experience in the Caprivi Strip and the rivers are full of large crocodiles and families of hippopotami. There are four smallish national parks in the Caprivi Strip including Bwabwata, Mamili, Mudumu and Mahango all of which have big game. There are over 450 species of bird occurring here – including some of Africa’s rarest. The area attracts many migrants and the variety of habitats offer specials such as Pels fishing owl, rock pratincole, African skimmers and pygmy geese. Other attractions include Popa Falls, which are more rapids than waterfall, but nonetheless impressive as they rage through a four-meter high rocky riverbed and beautiful scenery.
• Damaraland & Kaokaland Damaraland is dominated by rugged mountain ranges and steep escarpments, ancient highlands and barren valleys scorched by a relentless sun. This visually stunning area contains no National Parks, but, is a beautiful wilderness area with plenty of specialist wildlife which should be on the itinerary of every visitor to Namibia. The remote northern area of Damaraland has many huge privately managed conservancies many of which are run as partnerships with local communities, similar to those in neighboring Botswana, some of which can only be accessed by air. The south is easily accessible to self-drivers and the popular tourist attractions of the Petrified Forest, Organ Pipes and Burnt Mountain are located here. Wildlife is abundant and varied offering encounters with the famous desert adapted elephants that roam the riverbeds and adjacent mopane woodlands or numerous herds of mountain zebra, springbok and oryx. This area also contains some of the few free ranging black rhinos surviving outside the national parks.
• Etosha National Park Etosha National Park consists of a vast white salty pan surrounded by mopani woodlands and grasslands. There are many natural springs and waterholes which ensure that the wildlife can survive prolonged dry spells and guarantee the visitor excellent game viewing making the area a brilliant location for a traditional safari. Etosha National Park, the venue for many wildlife documentaries, is one of the finest locations in the world for big game viewing and naturally Namibia’s prime safari destination. Most species of large game are around in healthy numbers including elephant, lion, eland, zebra, cheetah, wildebeest, kudu and hyena. Etosha is one of the best places to see black rhino which are highly endangered throughout Africa. The park is surrounded by a number of private reserves which provide a more exclusive experience than the busy park and formerly large government run camps within the park. Most of the private reserves include game viewing both inside the private reserve and parks. Etosha is a very large park, it is therefore ideal to visit two or three different areas of the park staying in a combination of private reserves and National park accommodation.
• Namib Nakluft National Park This is Namibia’s largest wildlife conservation area and is also one of the world’s largest national parks. The Namib is one of the oldest and driest deserts in the world as a result of the cold Benguela current which sweeps north from Antarctica and captures and condenses humid air which would otherwise be blown ashore. The core area of the park consists of immense apricot colored dunes interspersed with dry pans. The most famous of these is known as Sossusvlei, a dusty pan surrounded by dunes 300 metres high. On the very rare occasions when the Tsauchab River is flowing Sossusvlei fills with water and attracts gemsbok, springbok, ostrich and a variety of aquatic birds. Most of our camps are located in this area of magnificent landscapes and experience clear skies with wonderful sunrises and magical starlit nights.
• Okonjima Private Reserve Okonjima Private Reserve lies to the west of the Waterberg Plateau, and its main aim is the long-term conservation of the large carnivores in Namibia. Okonjima is home to the AfriCat Foundation, which works with local farmers to conserve Namibia’s big cats – mainly leopard and cheetah. As a guest, you will have the unique opportunity to watch the AfriCat Foundation researchers at work and to participate in radio-tracking on foot. Alternatively, watch leopards from the safety of a hide or a safari vehicle, and track them using signals from their radio collars. Visitors to the reserve are guaranteed to see leopard and cheetah, more recently spotted hyena have been released into the park. Many of the animals that have been introduced to the area can be tracked on special trails, using radio signals from collars that have been fitted to them. Other animals that are rescued by this foundation include lion, caracal, wild dog and hyena. Okonjima is located approximately half way between Etosha National Park and Windhoek making Okonjima a great stop for a couple of days at the start or finish of an overland Safari through Northern Namibia. It is a beautiful but not really wild safari…
• Skeleton Coast The Skeleton coast is one of our planet’s most beautiful places, which over the past decade has had restricted access to the public. It is possible to drive as far as Terrace Bay along the Southern Section of the Skeleton Coast National Park an area which includes the enormous seal colony at Cape Cross. The Northern Section can only be accessed by air on a flying safari, this area has just one operator here offering flying safaris which stay at extremely remote but quite comfortable camps in the National Park. It is wild, desolate, uninhabited and stunningly beautiful, but rather expensive to visit. Excursions in this area include visits to the clay castles of the Hoarusib River, Rocky Point, the roaring dunes, lichen fields, seal colonies, Himba villages and shipwreck sites. There are also secret water seeps that attract wildlife such as oryx, springbok, giraffe, brown hyena and jackals. To the North West lies Kaokaland and the Kunene River, another fantastic area of ancient highlands and barren valleys to explore on a flying safari. Kaokaland is inhabited almost exclusively by the semi-nomadic Himba tribe. Forests of Makalani palms skirt the course of the Kunene River forming the border with Angola…
• Park National Des Volcans “Park National Des Volcans” is located in the heart of Central Africa in the Virunga’s Mountains. The Park comprises old volcanoes towering up to almost 15,000 feet, thickly covered in dense green rainforest. The Parc National des Volcans protects the steep slopes of this magnificent mountain range which is home to around 350 rare mountain gorillas. This area was made famous by the work of Diane Fossey to protect the gorillas, immortalised in the film “Gorillas in the Mist” Mountain gorilla trekking is undoubtedly the highlight of a visit to this National Park. As the trail enters the national park, trekkers are immersed in the mysterious intimacy of the rainforest, alive with the calls of colourful birds and chattering of the rare golden monkey, and littered with fresh spoor of the mountains’ elusive populations of buffalo and elephant. Gaps in the forest canopy offer a glimpse of the magnificent peaks which straddle the borders of Rwanda, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo much of which is protected by National Parks. The gorilla trekking lodges are located around a two hours scenic drive from Kigali and generally the trekking here is less arduous than in neighbouring Uganda.
• Eastern Cape Region The Eastern Cape region is suitable as a destination in its own right or as a leg of a self-drive or flying safari taking in Cape Town and the Garden Route. The Eastern Cape contains a number of excellent “Big Five” private game reserves including Shamwari, Kwandwe and Amakhala. Also in the Eastern Cape is Addo Elephant Park which is the third largest national park in South Africa and claims “Big Seven” game viewing with the addition of Whales and Great White shark. The reserves are open year round, and are very well run with excellent guiding and good game viewing in areas which can be very beautiful. An Eastern Cape safari could include the third largest national park in South Africa, The Addo Elephant Park, home to a dense population of elephant as well as claiming “big seven” with great white shark and whales added to the terrestrial big five. Scenic diversity is one of the most striking characteristics of the region, ranging from the lush, evergreen Tsitsikamma Forest to the rugged Baviaanskloof Wilderness Area, the southern slopes of the Drakensberg and the arid Great Karoo. Alternating between sweeping sand, river mouths, rocks and coves, the coastline is a…
• Garden Route The Garden Route is a slender stretch of coastal plain between Mossel Bay and Storms River Mouth. This piece of paradise is bisected by rivers coming down from the mountains behind and tumbling down to the rocky shores and sandy beaches. This is South Africa’s premier tourist destinations. An abundance of blue skies, white sand beaches, rolling oceans, dramatic mountain scenery, indigenous fynbos, ostrich farms and local hospitality. Open roads with little traffic, golden vineyards, sun-drenched orchards, magnificent forests, lakes and dramatic passes all add to the mix. There are a number of excellent walks in this region including the world famous “Otter Trail”, a five day trip crossing rivers tidal pools and forests with the opportunity to view, dolphins whales and seals en route and if you are very lucky, cape clawless otters. The Garden Route has a number of very pleasant small coastal and inland towns and some really excellent gourmet restaurants many specialising in seafood and other local produce. The Garden Route is the perfect place for a leisurely self-drive holiday, we suggest you spend between five and seven nights in this area to fully explore and appreciate its beauty.
• Kruger National Park & Adjoining Reserves Kruger National Park and the adjoining private game reserves which include the world famous Sabi Sand, Timbavati, Thornybush and Manyeleti reserves is the jewel in South Africa’s wildlife crown. The area delivers what most visitors come to Africa to see, huge elephant herds, dozens of lions and other big cats and all of Africa’s iconic wildlife species. With its excellent, tarred, road network and well maintained gravel tracks, Kruger is easy to get around and the wildlife relatively easy to spot. Good connections by both road and air also make Kruger easily accessible for visitors to South Africa and regular direct flights from Kruger to Mozambique means that an exciting Kruger safari and tropical beach combination is possible. Kruger National Park and the surrounding private game reserves along with adjacent safari regions in neighbouring Mozambique and Zimbabwe form one of the largest protected wildlife areas in Africa. The biodiversity in Kruger is the widest in Africa and the big five including both black and white rhino, cheetah and wild dog along with all the other popular African wildlife species are regularly spotted on game drives. Kruger National Park itself can get quite busy as accommodation is plentiful and access from…
• Kwazulu-Natal Region The Zulu Kingdom is a kaleidoscope of natural wonders, ultra-modern facilities, and fascinating glimpses of multi-cultured people, a history rich in heroic deeds, bloody battles and ultimately, reconciliation – all set against a majestic backdrop of sun, sea, mountains and sky. The most northerly region of KwaZulu Natal is known as Maputaland. The world’s highest natural dunes, brilliant coral reefs, fever tree and palm savannahs, papyrus swamps and rolling acacia bushveld are found here. The sea, lakes and beach provide more adventure, whilst the area contains some excellent private game reserves. Further south is Hluhwe Umfalozi National Park a “Big Five” reserve. The north coast of Zululand, also known as the Dolphin Coast, stretches from Zimbali just north of Durban to the mighty Tugela River. This is the playground of bottlenose dolphins, which frolic in the waters close to shore and are visible all year round and the ideal place for a bit of R&R after a safari elsewhere. The Drakensberg Mountains, with their awe-inspiring basalt cliffs, snowcapped in winter, tower over riverine bush, lush yellowwood forests and cascading waterfalls. The only road access to the mountain Kingdom of Lesotho is via Sani Pass, which, at the top, boasts the…
• Limpopo & North West Region The North West Provinces is one of South Africa’s lesser known regions, which does however contain much interest to tourists and has some excellent wildlife parks including the excellent Madikwe Game Reserve and Pilansberg National Park. The landscape consists of largely flat regions of scattered trees and grassland. For convenience, due to its near proximity we include the beautiful Waterberg Area which is actually in neighboring Limpopo Province. The Waterberg district offers up a fantastic tourism experience that combines some of South Africa’s best features including spectacular mountains, “Big Five” game viewing and lots of tourist activities. This area is Malaria Free and with a wealth of activities, is particularly well suited to family holidays.
• Western Cape Region Relaxed and cosmopolitan, the Cape is an ideal gateway into Africa. At its heart is Cape Town, one of the world’s great cities, cradled by mountains, ringed by beaches and bathed in clear ocean waters. In addition to having notable attractions of its own, it is also the perfect base for exploring the beautiful Cape Peninsula, striking north to the remote and haunting Cederberg Mountains, or simply taking a short drive to the Wine lands region, an area of pretty, historic towns, inspiring mountains, rolling vineyards and attractive country hotels. To the south-east is the Whale Coast, where annual whale migrations bring these gentle giants to within metres of the shore. Table Mountain defines and dominates Cape Town, sandwiching the city up against the ocean. A cable car to the summit affords spectacular views, with Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela spent much of his incarceration, lying just offshore. Much of the port area has been redeveloped into The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, a symbol of the new, vibrant South Africa with a huge variety of shops, restaurants and entertainment. The Cape Malay quarter, Bo-Kaap, with its distinctive pastel-hued houses, and the District Six museum, near the site of a coloured…
• Coast and Islands Mainland Tanzania has a long and largely undeveloped coastline with just a few of the stunning beaches developed for tourists. It is the spice island of Zanzibar and its sister islands, Mafia and Pemba lying in the clear blue Indian Ocean off the coast of Tanzania that will appeal to most visitors looking for an idyllic tropical paradise. Their exotic palm fringed coral beaches and Swahili culture will complement your safari perfectly. Zanzibar is by far the most heavily developed destination with accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets. Famous for once being the commercial centre of East Africa and the last place to abolish the slave trade, today it combines ancient Islamic ruins, noble Arabic houses with miles of white, sandy, palm fringed beaches and coves. For guests looking to get off the beaten tourist track both Pemba island and Mafia Island have very few tourists and feature warm clear blue waters, excellent reefs for snorkeling and diving, fantastic deep sea fishing and water sports. If you thought that wasn’t enough, visiting the Spice plantations (cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, cardamom and others) or haggling for carvings in the traditional markets is great fun too. The food is also delicious…
• Katavi National Park Katavi National Park is Tanzania’s third largest park and is a true wilderness, isolated, untrammeled and seldom visited, providing the few intrepid souls who make it there with a thrilling taste of Africa as it must have been a century ago. The bulk of Katavi is woodland, home to substantial but elusive populations of the eland, sable and roan antelope. The main focus for game viewing within the park is the Katuma River and associated floodplains such as the seasonal Lakes Katavi and Chada. During the dry season, when the floodwaters retreat, a safari in Katavi truly comes into its own. The Katuma is the only source of drinking water for miles around, and the flanking floodplains support game concentrations that defy belief. An estimated 4,000 elephants might converge on the area, together with huge herds of buffalo, an abundance of giraffe, zebra, impala and reedbuck provide easy pickings for the numerous lion prides and spotted hyena clans. Katavi National Park can be an interesting addition to a Southern safari circuit but beware of the ferocious Tsetse flies that plague the area.
• Lake Manyara National Park Lake Manyara is a scenic gem with a compact game-viewing circuit. The National Park stretches for 50km along the base of the Rift Valley escarpment. From the entrance gate, the road winds through an expanse of lush jungle-like groundwater forest where hundred-strong baboon troops lounge nonchalantly along the roadside and blue monkeys scamper nimbly between the ancient mahogany trees. Contrasting with the intimacy of the forest is the grassy floodplain and its expansive views eastward, across the alkaline lake, home to thousands of flamingos, to the jagged blue volcanic peaks that rise from the endless Maasai Steppes. Large buffalo, wildebeest and zebra herds congregate on the grassy plains whilst inland from the plains, a narrow belt of acacia woodland is the favored haunt of Manyara’s legendary tree-climbing lions and some impressively tusked elephants. The area is home to a number of primate species not seen in Tanzania’s other parks. Keen Birders will enjoy the birdlife of Lake Manyara National park, more than 400 species have been recorded.
• Mahale Mountains National Park Mahale Mountains National Park is located on a far-flung beach along the eastern shores of Lake Tanganyika and is accessible only by air and water. Here the water is as clear as gin, the air scented and the living is easy. The forested slopes of the Mahale Mountains National Park are home to the world’s largest known population of chimpanzees, with approximately 1000 individuals inhabiting this small park. Trekking with the habituated chimpanzees at Mahale is a humbling and very special experience. Each day you can venture out into the forest, to observe and commune with our closest relatives, as they groom, wrestle and forage across the leafy floor. The forest itself is special, with eight other species of primate, shy forest mammals, birds, butterflies, giant vines and waterfalls. Mahale Mountains National Park is usually combined with a traditional safari in Katavi or Ruaha National Parks which may be stops on route.
• Ngorongoro Crater The Ngorongoro Crater is a major drawcard for tourists coming on a Tanzania safari holiday and is an essential component of any Northern Tanzania safari circuit. The game viewing on the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater is sensational at any time of year and the chances of seeing rare black rhino and also big cats, especially lions, is as good as anywhere in Africa. Lion and cheetah can often be spotted hunting by day and flamingos are present in the soda lake on the crater floor. The Ngorongoro Conservation area also includes Olduvai Gorge, and huge expanses of highland plains, scrub bush, and forests that cover approximately 8300 square kilometers. Only indigenous tribes such as the Maasai are allowed to live within the borders of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Lake Ndutu and Masek, both alkaline soda lakes are home to rich game populations, as well as a series of peaks and volcanoes and make the conservation Area a unique and beautiful landscape. The short grass plains and the adjacent Southern Serengeti are the location of the “Great Migration” between January and April as the herds arrive to calve and over half a million wildebeest calves are born over the space…
• Ruaha National Park Ruaha National Park is second only to Katavi National Park in its aura of untrammeled wilderness, but far more accessible. Ruaha protects a vast tract of the rugged, semi-arid bush country that is characteristic of central Tanzania. Its lifeblood is the Great Ruaha River, which is a raging torrent during the height of the rains, but dwindles thereafter to a scattering of precious pools. Ruaha National Park has a fine network of game-viewing roads following the Great Ruaha River and its seasonal tributaries. Ruaha is famous for its numerous lion prides that lord over the savannah. Other predators include cheetah that stalk the open grassland and the leopard that lurk in tangled riverine thickets. This impressive array of large predators is boosted by both striped and spotted hyena, as well as several conspicuous packs of the highly endangered African wild dog. Ruaha also has an unusually high diversity of antelope as a consequence of its location, which is transitional to the acacia savannah of East Africa and the miombo woodland belt of Southern Africa. Grant’s gazelle and lesser kudu occur here at the very south of their range, alongside the greater kudu, sable and roan antelope, a similar duality is…
• Selous Game Reserve Selous Game Reserve is the largest game reserve in Africa. The landscape is diverse from hot volcanic springs, seasonal lakes and channels of the Great Ruaha and Rufiji rivers to forests and open plains. You will see few other tourists on a safari in Selous as the reserve has only a few small, well-spaced out safari camps. Good connections by air make access surprisingly easy and direct connections by air from Zanzibar means a few days in atmospheric Stone Town or on a white sand beach on Zanzibar or Mafia Islands make for relaxed ending to an exciting Safari holiday. The park has a broad range of game: including buffalo – the largest population in Africa; wildebeest, hartebeest, greater kudu, sable antelope, eland, reedbuck; bushbuck; waterbuck; warthog; zebras; giraffe. Of the predators lion, leopard, spotted hyena and wild dog are in abundance; cheetah are rare; there are over 350 species of bird and reptiles. Selous Game Reserve also combines very well in a Southern Safari Circuit with Ruaha National Park. The close proximity to Zanzibar makes it ideal for a “bush and beach” honeymoon destination.
• Serengeti National Park The Serengeti National Park is the most famous national park in the world and together with the game management areas that border the Reserve and the adjacent Ngorongoro Conservation area and Kenya’s Maasai Mara form one of the largest areas of protected wilderness in Africa. Just the name Serengeti which translates as “endless plains” conjures up visions of huge herds of wildebeest roaming across the savannah and crossing treacherous rivers home to giant crocodiles waiting for an easy meal. Along the migration routes the full range of Africa’s voracious predators lie in wait. This is not just a fantasy, throughout the year the Serengeti is home to a whole range of game, both large and small and the generally open terrain makes finding such game reasonably easy. Wildlife here includes the “big five” plus plentiful cheetah and a few wild dogs plus a whole host of other fascinating wildlife. Popular the Serengeti might be, it remains so vast that you may well be the only human audience to the dramas that may unfold before you. Many guests visiting the Serengeti do on a traditional overland safari circuit including the Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks and the Ngorongoro Crater. The…
• Tarangire National Park Tarangire National Park in the dry season can be very rewarding indeed in terms of wildlife sightings, this is a classic East African Park and scenically very attractive. During the dry season the fierce sun sucks the moisture from the landscape, baking the earth a dusty red and the Tarangire River shrivels to a shadow of its wet season self. This permanent water source ensures that Tarangire is teeming with wildlife at this time. Impressive huge herds of elephants in their hundreds scratch the dry river bed for underground streams, while migratory wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, impala, gazelle, hartebeest and eland crowd the shrinking lagoons. Tarangire has the greatest concentration of wildlife in Tanzania outside the Serengeti ecosystem with all the major predators in residence.Tarangire is the one place in Tanzania where dry-country antelope such as the stately fringe-eared oryx and peculiar long-necked gerenuk are regularly observed. Birding in Tarangire is very good with 550 species recorded, the most breeding species in one habitat anywhere in the world.
• Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Bwindi is a pristine rainforest on the edge of the Albertine Rift Valley. The terrain is a string of ridges and valleys covered in very dense impenetrable forest. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is best known for its superb gorilla tracking and is the natural habitat for just over half the world’s last surviving population of mountain gorillas. It also provides refuge to elephant, chimpanzee, monkeys and various small antelope and is a birders paradise with over 350 different bird species. The main reason for a safari in Bwindi is to track and spend time with the Mountain Gorillas. The gorillas you will track will belong one of the ‘habituated’ family groups, Only eight permits per gorilla group are issued per day and you may spend anywhere between half and eight hours in search of these animals Once the gorillas are located, you will be allowed a maximum of one hour with them observing their behaviour and interaction with each other. Clients wishing to track mountain gorillas should be of a reasonable fitness as it is a strenuous exercise and if you are in good health you will benefit far more from the entire experience.
• Kibale Forest National Reserve The small Kibale Forest Reserve is inhabited by a wonderfully diverse community of animals especially primates, these include, red-tailed guenon (white-nosed monkey), grey-cheeked mangabey, blue monkey, L’Hoest’s monkey, and red, black and white colobus monkeys. Along with these are olive baboon, bush baby, the nocturnal potto and chimpanzee. Many of these animals have been the subjects of long-term research projects, so they are now habituated to human presence and easy to observe. A trail grid has been cut in the forest to facilitate walking. Kibale is located just east of the Rwenzori, near the town of Fort Portal and is usually included as part of the circuit for guests visiting Bwindi Forest to see the Gorillas
• Lake Mburo National Park Lake Mburo National Park is situated between the towns of Masaka and Mbarara. It is the only National Park to contain an entire lake and is a convenient stop on the route between Kampala and the gorillas at Bwindi. The attractive acacia-dotted savannah is home to huge herds of impala, as well as less common topi, eland, klipspringer and other antelope, zebra and buffalo also graze these peaceful acres. In the lake there are hippo and crocodile and a wonderful diversity of birds due mainly to the varying habitats of the lakeshore and the broad savannah. Among the birds found here are kingfishers, marabou stork, bee-eaters and the cheeky bronze-tailed starling, as well as the beautiful crowned crane, the national emblem of Uganda.
• Murchison Falls National Park Murchison Falls National Park is Uganda’s largest National Park. The park is bisected by the Nile and its landscape varies from dense rainforest on the hills in the South-West, to undulating savannah in the North-West. The forest shelters many primate species, including Chimpanzees, while the river attracts various antelopes, buffalo, giraffe and elephant. Rhino are being re introduced. The world-famous Murchison Falls are a must for any visitor to Uganda. The view from the top is very impressive, here the Nile forces its way through a seven-meter gap in the rocks and tumbles 40 meters down. A path leads from the parking above the falls all the way to the bottom and offers spectacular views of the foaming waters rushing into the gorge, with a deafening roar. Beyond the Falls the pacified river winds its way towards Lake Albert. The reed beds, sandy beaches and huge trees lining the banks of the River Nile are the focus for birdwatchers. The variety is impressive and ranges from the tiny malachite kingfisher and carmine bee-eater, to the African fish eagle and the saddlebill stork. The most conspicuous bird, however, is the Whale headed (or Shoebill) Stork, which, with a little luck can…
• Queen Elizabeth National Park Queen Elizabeth National Park is bordered to the North by the Rwenzori mountains and to the West by Lake Edward, and is divided into a Northern and Southern sector. It is one of the most beautiful and richest parks in East Africa a mixture sprawling cacti, savannah, forests, rivers and lakes. The park’s northern section is particularly scenic. When the weather permits, there are tremendous views of the Rwenzori peaks from its plains, which are decorated with giant candelabra euphoria trees. The Southern sector around Ishasha is renowned for its “tree climbing” lions, whose habit of lounging in the upper branches of old fig trees is not usually found in other lion populations. You can also see hippo, herds of buffalo, Uganda kob, topi, and many elephant. Unfortunately, like other Ugandan parks much of the wildlife was slaughtered during the country’s troubled past however with enlightened park management the game has recovered well and the park has regained its past grandeur. The birdlife is spectacular and includes pelicans, fish eagles, kingfishers, cormorants and saddle bill storks. Chambura (Kyambura) Gorge, where visitors can take a walking safari along a river through tropical forest is a popular visitors spot, here black and…
• Kafue National Park This easily accessible park, located in the south of Zambia is one of the largest parks in Africa and the largest in Zambia. Kafue National Park is an undiscovered gem bisected by the beautiful Kafue River and is classic wildlife country. The northern sector of the park including the Busanga plains, an area of Serengeti type grasslands and Okavango type wetlands has a mixture of luxury lodges and reasonably priced owner run bush camps. The small number of lodges located in this huge game reserve mean that you will see few if any other vehicles on your game drives. The Southern Kafue has some riverside lodges as well as a camp in the fascinating Lake Itezi Tezhi region and a lodge on the Nanzhila Plains in the extreme south.
• Lower Zambezi National Park Lower Zambezi is located on the Northern bank of the wild and very beautiful Zambezi River opposite Mana Pools national park on the Zimbabwean side of the river which together with surrounding protected areas create a wild and beautiful area of pristine wilderness. The park comprises a grassy flood plain dotted with thickets and clumps of acacia and is flanked on the northern side by hills and a steep wooded escarpment. There are a number of small dambos which hold permanent water and attract wildlife from the surrounding area. The area is particularly rich in elephant and buffalo, with huge herds often encountered along the riverbanks where crocodile and hippo are plentiful. Lion can often been seen and their roars can usually be heard at night along with the whooping of hyena. Lower Zambezi is also an excellent park for leopard which are frequently seen on night drives. The other big attraction for most visitors to this park is the variety of additional safari activities afforded by the Zambezi River. There are only a few small upmarket lodges and bush camps in this park offering a high level of exclusivity on your game drives and other activities, the lodges here…
• North Luangwa National Park North Luangwa National Park remains a truly wild park with just one or two very small seasonal walking camps located within its borders and only a few game drive tracks. North Luangwa will awaken the explorer inside you and provide a thrilling adventure in a park which is not open to the public and where there is little chance of meeting others. The park is bounded by the Luangwa River and in addition to the river floodplain and valley floor lies a large area of forested escarpment. In the eighties the park suffered from heavy poaching mainly focused on the rhino and elephant population. Rhino were poached to extinction but have now been reintroduced and although still rare are recovering slowly thanks to much improved security. Elephant were for many years fairly scarce and quite skittish. However this is now changing and the population is recovering well. North Luangwa is also home to some big lion prides as well as some huge herds of buffalo. Most visitors to the park come for the walking safaris which are the principal activity in the park.
• South Luangwa National Park South Luangwa is the jewel in the Zambian crown, famous for its stunning scenery, variety and concentration of animals. The park is sandwiched between the Luangwa River and the Muchinga Escarpment and covers a vast area. The accessible areas of the reserve are along the Luangwa River and its hinterland which includes the floodplain of the river and the oxbow lakes and seasonally dry tributaries that flow into the main river. The availability of water throughout the year acts as a magnet for game particularly at the end of the dry season when game concentrations are phenomenal. The Luangwa River is teeming with crocodile and hippo and the surrounding woodland is home to lion, giraffe, hyena, zebra, elephant, wild dog, huge herds of buffalo and it is also one of the best places to see leopard in Africa. South Luangwa National Park is a birders paradise particularly during the wetter months. We are able to offer traditional and walking safaris in this park with our well respected partners who employ some of the finest game guides in Africa.
• Victoria Falls Victoria Falls known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya which translates as “The Smoke that Thunders” are without doubt one of the world’s true natural wonders. No trip to this part of Africa is complete without marvelling at the constantly changing waters, getting soaked by the spray, or capturing the famous rainbows on film. Victoria Falls are 1.7 km wide and over 100 metres high, at peak times 10 million litres of water plunge over the edge every second. Below the falls the waters of the Zambezi are forced between the towering cliffs of the Batoka Gorge creating a series of rapids which offer world-class white water rafting. The tourist infrastructure at Victoria Falls is well developed with a mixture of hotels and lodges ranging from budget options to five star international standard. A huge range of exciting activities is available to suit every taste.
• Hwange National Park Hwange National Park is one of Africa’s finest havens for wildlife and with visitor numbers low it is a good time to visit. The park is home to vast herds of elephant, buffalo, zebra, giraffe, gemsbok and some rhinos also remain. All the larger predators are found in the park including the endangered wild dog. Hwange also contains large numbers of Hyena including a healthy population of the rare brown hyena. The larger antelope are also fairly common with sable, roan, kudu and eland all quite numerous. Hwange National Park is situated on the main road between Bulawayo and the world famous Victoria Falls, access is therefore easy by road or air. A Hwange Safari combines very well with a few days at the magnificent Victoria Falls. The landscape includes desert sand to sparse woodland as well as grasslands and granite outcrops. Due to the lack of permanent water, man-made waterholes were introduced to sustain the animals through the dry season. Many of the waterholes have hides and viewing platforms which make for great game viewing without the need to drive for miles.
• Mana Pools National Park Mana Pools National Park is an excellent game viewing destination located on the banks of the Zambezi River opposite Zambia’s Lower Zambezi National Park. The magic of this national park, which is a World Heritage Site, stems from the pervading sense of the wild and also in the park’s relative remoteness. Mana Pools has a parklike appearance with massive acacia albida trees towering over more open grassland whilst away from the river and its floodplain the area is covered in thick bush. The park has excellent game viewing along the mighty Zambezi River and around the oxbow lakes that give Mana Polls its name. Game includes plentiful lion, elephant and buffalo as well as offering a good chance of viewing leopard. The river teems with crocodile and hippo and large herds of buffalo graze along the shoreline. Part of the fun at Mana Pools is getting out on the river and short, guided, canoe trips along the river where sightings of hippo and crocodile are virtually guaranteed are offered at most camps. Every kind of wild animal and bird is viewed at close hand as the canoe glides silently past. One can drift within metres of grazing buffalo, slide by…
• Victoria Falls National Park Victoria Falls known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya which translates as “The Smoke that Thunders” is without doubt one of the world’s true natural wonders. No trip to this part of Africa is complete without marvelling at the constantly changing waters, getting soaked by the spray, or capturing the famous rainbows on film. Victoria Falls are 1.7 km wide and over 100 metres high, at its peak 10 million litres of water plunge over the edge every second. Below the Falls the waters of the Zambezi are forced between the towering cliffs of the Batoka gorge creating a series of rapids which offer world-class white water rafting. The tourist infrastructure at Victoria Falls is well developed with a mixture of hotels and lodges ranging from budget options to five star international standard. A huge range of exciting activities is available to suit every taste.
• Zambezi National Park The Zambezi National Park starts about six kilometres from the town of Victoria Falls. The Park consists of 40km of Zambezi River frontage and a spread of wildlife, rich inland mopane forest and savanna. The Zambezi National Park together with the Victoria Falls National Park covers an area of 56,000 hectares. The northern border of the Park is formed by the great Zambezi River which also forms the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia for much of its length. A wide variety of larger mammals may be found within the Zambezi National Park including 4 of the Big Five: elephant, lion, buffalo, and leopard. In addition, herds of sable antelope, eland, zebra, giraffe, kudu, waterbuck and impala as well as many of the smaller species of game can be viewed. Zambezi National Park has two main game-viewing sections, the Zambezi River Game Drive, with an extensive network of roads along the river accessed through the main gate of the Park, and the 25 kilometre Kamabondo Game Drive in the southern part of the Park, which begins about 5 kilometres outside of Victoria Falls town just off the main road to Bulawayo. A Zambezi National Park safari is normally taken as a…
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Safari Adventures Mauritius brings to you the only big cat encounter on the island. This exclusive activity is available all year at the Casela NatureParks .

This is a unique opportunity available only to the people who are fortunate enough to decide to visit the park at least once in their lifetime. They may feel and study the primitive behaviour of the lions, cheetah and tigers and share their 'Pride' of being in their natural state.

All these thrilling sensations are brought to you by a more than an experienced team with over three generations in the area of lion handling, training and expertise. We have conducted thousands of walks and encounters over the years. Safari Adventures offers you the safest big cat encounter, a world leader in any lion, tiger, cheetah, caracal and serval encounter, and is second to none.

Big cat encounters include the once in a lifetime experience of walking with lions , and the ever-popular encounters with the cats (these include the cheetah, caracal and serval, and when available cubs).

The activity you are paying for does not include the entrance fee to the park itself.

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If we divide the island of Mauritius into the four coastal areas plus Inland and match interests and expectations with the best stretch of coastline and best places to visit.

Area summary

The northern and western beaches are generally busier and have more amenities and tourist attractions - if you’re after an action-packed, sight-seeing vacation this is where you'll want to head, while the eastern and southern beaches are quieter, have some of the most luxurious hotels and lend themselves to a ‘doing nothing much’ holiday.

To discuss which area of Mauritius is best for you, call our experts on 01768 603 715 and they will happily help guide you and plan your holiday.

Grand Baie & the North Coast

Best for: bustling energy, interesting shops, a fantastic selection of water sports and Grand Baie .

Although Grand Baie has evolved from a sleepy fishing village into a thriving tourist destination, it still retains its friendly small-town feel along with a fine collection of hotels, restaurants and bars that line the pretty bay. It is here that you will find nightclubs which get going after midnight and keep going until the early hours.

The waters around Grand Baie are dotted with fishing boats and while the beaches of La Cuvette and Grand Baie aren't ideal for swimming, just a short drive away is the peninsular of Pointe aux Canonniers, the start of an unbroken chain of sugar-white sand beaches running all the way down the island’s west coast.

Combine spotting lemurs in Madagascar with relaxing on the beach in Grand Baie in this island hopping adventure . 13 nights from £3,385pp.

Belle Mare & the East Coast

Best for: Exclusive, luxury hotels, beautiful beaches and great water sports.

Less built up and more exclusive than the west coast, the eastern coastline of Mauritius has some of the island’s most luxurious hotels and is home to the extremely beautiful Belle Mare region .

The mix of the softest powder-white sand, an emerald lagoon makes it one of the prettiest beaches in Mauritius, and although the sea can get rough at times you can always take a refreshing dip in the lagoon.

At the northern end of Belle Mare lies the Post de Flacq Peninsula which has several top resorts and is where to go in Mauritius for a choice of golf courses.

To the south of the peninsula and only a short boat ride from Ile Aux Cerfs, lies Beau Camp, a tropical playground where you can enjoy all manner of water sports from parasailing to water skiing. Round off your day at Beau Camp with a seafood barbecue on the beach.

The east coast catches the wind, so in summer (about November to April) you have a welcoming sea breeze but in winter (about May to October) it can be a bit windy.

Combine Cape Town, Kruger National Park and then some wonderful relaxation at the Constance is Mauritius with this fantastic holiday. 16 days from £6,995pp.

Or s tay at the residence on the east coast in this family island adventure. 10 days from £1,368.

Bel Ombre & the South Coast

Best for: rugged scenery, fewer people and brilliant snorkelling/diving. An authentic Mauritius experience.

The south coast is more rugged than the rest of the island and its towering cliffs make for wonderfully dramatic scenery.

There are fewer swimming beaches here - and therefore less development - and many locals say that the Mauritius south coast still reminds them of the way most of the island used to be: wild, beautiful and authentic. This is the best place to visit if you want to get off-the-beaten track.

It's here in the south you’ll find the Blue Bay Marine Park (Blue Baie) which protects rich coral reefs offering some of the best snorkelling and diving in Mauritius. At least 50 different species of coral have been noted here and at least 80 percent of them are still alive.

Also, well worth visiting are Bel Ombre and nearby Chemin Grenier – both unspoilt stretches of sand in a lush green setting. The south coast of Mauritius is for people who want to escape the crowds and enjoy genuine tranquillity.

Discover more about Bel Ombre and our favourite places to stay including the Four Seasons.

The West Coast

Best for: great diving, safe swimming (family friendly), water sports including windsurfing, dramatic scenery and gorgeous sunsets.

For great diving & unforgettable sunsets - Flic en Flac, West Coast. Mauritius's west coast has unbeatable beaches ranging from the fine white sands of Trou aux Biches in the far north to the isolated Le Morne Peninsula on the south-west tip of the island.

It is Le Morne that has the most dramatic setting on the entire island: its long stretch of sand, reef-protected lagoon and superb golf course are all laid out at the foot of an imposing mountain. Also, this area is great for Kitesurfing and Windsurfing.

Trou aux Biches, clear water and safe swimming make this stretch of coast particularly popular with families, and with coral reef just a short swim from shore, it’s also great for snorkelling. For these reasons Trou aux Biches can get busy at times so you just need to go along the coast to neighbouring Pointe aux Piments – a refreshingly quiet stretch of sand, although it is rocky in places.

South of Port Louis lies the best known – and longest – beach on the west coast: Flic-en-Flac. Sheltered from the south-east winds, the calm waters of Flic-en-Flac are ideal for swimming, snorkelling, kayaking and diving while its palm-lined shore is home to a good selection of accommodation along with shops, restaurants and bars.

Inland - Chamarel & the Black Gorges National Park

Best for: Hiking and mountain biking, jungle vegetation and dunes. A different side to Mauritius!

Now for a different side to Mauritius: now you know about the various beaches and coastal areas, its also a good option to spend a few days inland at the Lakaz Chamarel Exclusive Lodge surrounded by forested hills, waterfalls, cool clear streams and nature trails.

The Black River Gorges National Park is well known for its walks through jungle-like vegetation and pretty waterfalls, hiking and mountain biking trails, plenty of tortoises and fantastic birdlife. Abseiling from the Chamarel waterfall is not for the faint-hearted but is fun if you can do it.

Other places worth leaving the beach for include the surrealistically striped sand dunes at the ‘Seven Coloured Earth’, which is also in the Chamarel region close to the Black River Gorges. These dunes are thought to date back approximately seven million years and vary in colour from the expected yellow and brown to the unexpected black, red and purple.

Take a drive/trip up into the north of the island, and spend a few hours at the ‘Jardin des Pamplemousses’, botanical gardens with shady trees and giant water lilies? On your drive, stop at local farm stalls to buy fresh coffee, sugar cane and sweet pineapples.

Can I visit multiple areas?

To give you an idea of the size of the island, Mauritius approx. 720 square miles and Great Britain is around 119 time larger.

The island is small enough that you can hire a car or take a driver and see some of the other areas. The coastal roads make for lovely driving and, along with a wonderful selection of beaches, there are plenty of places of interest, like welcoming towns to pretty gardens and nature reserves.

I want to go to Mauritius and another country

Mauritius twins particularly well with a Kruger safari in South Africa and gives you the perfect combination of a safari, followed by some relaxation on the beach.

If you are planning a holiday to Mauritius, give our friendly team a call on 01768 603 715 and speak to a Mauritius expert today.

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Mauritius is a tropical paradise with a medley of cultures, landscapes, and activities. With stunning beaches Mauritius is renowned for its pristine white sandy beaches, vibrant coral reefs and turquoise lagoons.

Other than the stunning white beaches, Mauritius offers a wide variety of water-based activities, such as snorkeling, scuba diving, and underwater sea walking to parasailing, kite surfing, and deep-sea fishing. Boasting with stunning landscapes such as the Seven Coloured Earths in Chamarel, the Black River Gorges National Park, and the UNESCO-listed Le Morne Brabant.

Who can forget the luxury resorts and spas, world-class service and awe-inspiring ocean views.

Highlights:

• Rich Culture and Heritage; The diverse cultural blend of Indian, African, Chinese, and French influences
• Gastronomic Delights; Mauritian cuisine is a fusion of Creole, Chinese, European, and Indian flavors
• Island Hopping to nearby Islands; Île aux Serpents, Île d'Ambre, and Île aux Aigrettes
• Wildlife; The Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden

The island has a tropical climate. You will experience warm temperatures throughout the year. However, there are distinct seasons, and each comes with its own set of advantages

Warm Summer Months (November to April):

• High humidity and temperatures ranging between 25°C to 33°C
• January to March is peak cyclone season - Although direct hits are rare, it's essential to keep this in mind
• December to February is the festive season
• Ideal time for water sports and beach activities, as sea temperature is warmer

Cooler Winter Months - The Mauritian winter(May to October):

• Temperatures range between 17°C to 25°C
• Coolest months are July and August
• Sea visibility is at its peak, this makes it the best time for diving
• June to August are popular months for wind sports like kitesurfing

Peak Tourist Seasons:

• Warmer summer months, particularly December to January
• Prices are usually higher during this period
• Mini-peak season, July to August, coinciding with school holidays

Mauritius is located in the Indian Ocean, approximately 2,000 kilometers (1,200 miles) off the southeastern coast of Africa.

How to get there:

• Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (SSR) near the city of Mahebourg is the primary international gateway to Mauritius.

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Leigh Ann was helpful and friendly. We were grateful for her help arranging our time in the hotel

Would highly recommend

Leigh-Ann has been extremely helpful and responsive - very easy to work with. I have had plenty of questions to which she has quickly responded. She is organized and communicates clearly. I would highly recommend using her services for Africa travel.

Shann is the best!

Shann helped me along the way, I never made it easy [lots and lots of questions and then, co-ordinating everybody]! We are looking forward to visiting and having a wonderful experience with a close family friend!

Jun 27, 2024

Reassuring and responsive

It's a little unnerving to make plans with a company half way around the world. But John was very responsive to my questions and dealt quickly with any problems. He was courteous and helpful. It was a seamless process to plan our trip and I would recommend him and Safari.com.

This luxury service experience was… first-Class Service with a Smooth Landing

This luxury service experience was fantastic, especially for a first-timer like me. My consultant went above and beyond to find exactly what I was looking for. They were incredibly professional and made the whole process very smooth. There was a bit of a wait for confirmation, which is something I'm used to getting instantly when booking myself. However, this is a minor detail compared to the incredible service and personalized tour I received. The wait was completely worth it in the end! Thanks to this company, I had a truly exceptional experience. As a first-time user of this kind of service, I couldn't have asked for a better provider. Highly recommended!

Jun 25, 2024

Thank you - Thank you - Thank you!!

We are excited to be going to Africa! Leche, our personal trip concierge, made the planning so easy. She was communicative, prompt with her replies, clear and concise, and took the guesswork out of our adventure of a lifetime. Thank you!

Dolan was great

Dolan was great! Very quick to reply and answered all of my questions. Can not wait for our trip to South Africa!

Great experience - recommended

Very helpful staff, was assisted by Tanya. Been using their services 4 years in a row and always very forthcoming and helpful.

Very quick and efficient communication.

Safari and Beach Holiday in Mauritius

With beaming sunshine and bright blue skies almost every day of the year, Mauritius is one of our favourite choices for soaking up the sun after a gruelling yet exciting African Safari. Nothing could be more relaxing than sunbathing to the soundtrack of gentle waves lapping on the shore.

Is There Such a Thing as a Beach Oasis?

Sitting east of Madagascar, Mauritius is an island paradise we just can’t get enough of. Sugary sand beaches, crystal clear lagoons, luxurious retreats… imagine a beachside oasis and Mauritius will certainly fit the bill. Grand Baie is arguably the most incredible beach here, and it’s one of our favourites in the world - the ambience is so serene, with towering palm trees lazily swaying in the light breeze.

The vibrant coral reefs paint the perfect backdrop for scuba diving, should you fancy vacating your comfy sunbed on the beach. Teeming with exotic schools of fish, bright corals, and even fascinating ship wrecks, the world living in Mauritius’ ocean is nothing short of remarkable.

Explore the Local Markets

In between rejuvenating in world-class spas and enjoying the warmth of the sun, we recommend exploring the local markets. One of our favourites is the quiet market in Rose Hill, where you can while away an afternoon chatting with locals whilst pouring over stalls full of colourful fruits and vegetables. Your safari will have been filled with delectable bush dinners, but Mauritius’ food scene is well worth drooling over, too. Inspired by French, Indian, African and Asian cuisines, your beach stay will be full of delicately spiced curries and fresh seafood.

For the ultimate beach experience we love travelling over to the private island of Ile aux Cerfs. It’s hard to believe that the white sand beaches you see before you are real, but rest assured that they are, and they’re full of secluded coves, amazing golf courses, and beautifully clear waters perfect for snorkelling.

Of course with such a magnificent backdrop, Mauritius is home to plenty of breath-taking, luxurious accommodations. Our team can’t wait to create your perfect bush to beach itinerary, fit with lavish lodges and the most wonderful memories you’ll keep forever. Click here to view accommodation in Paradise Cove Boutique and Zilwa Attitude .

Places to stay in Mauritius

This romantic, adult-only resort is perfect for a honeymoon bush and beach holiday, with premium rooms and dramatic views.

With rooms reminiscent of old seaside bungalows and a kooky dhow boat bar, Zilwa Attitude is a gorgeous, unique hotel sat along Mauritius' north coast.

With traditional Mauritian thatched architecture and a vibe inspired by Feng Shui principles, this is the perfect place to unwind.

This stunning resort has incredibly gorgeous villas, all with their own tropical garden, and some even with their own private pool. Bliss.

A gorgeous resort nestled on Tamarin Bay on the west coast of Mauritius, offering charming yet luxurious villas and beautiful views of Le Morne Mountain.

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Why mauritius.

Mauritius is a perfect complement to a southern Africa safari, with its pearl white beaches and luxury resorts appealing to honeymoon and family travel.

This volcanic Indian Ocean island is surrounded by turquoise water, with palm-fringed beaches of white sand. Mauritius is a tropical haven for romantic escapes, a family holiday or a relaxing retreat after an adventurous safari. In the north, you’ll enjoy watersports, such as water-skiing, windsurfing, sailing, deep-sea fishing and parasailing. In the east, relax on the endless white beaches of Palmar and Belle Mare. In the southwest, trek on the high cliffs, or explore the west coast of Tamarin Bay, a surfing mecca.

Explore our collection of thoroughly curated itineraries to ignite your imagination. Building on these ideas, we'll work with you to craft a tailor-made safari experience perfectly aligned with your preferences.

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Visit this volcanic Indian Ocean island, surrounded by turquoise water, deepening to indigo, with palm-fringed beaches of white sand. Whether a romantic escape, a family holiday or a respite after the rigors of a long safari, Mauritius is a tropical haven.

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Island Hopping Safari

Madagascar & mauritius.

Your journey starts in the mountains of southern Mauritius, famous for its many nature reserves, breathtaking scenery and wild nature. Following a zip line flight over the forest, tea and rum tastings, a short flight takes you to Madagascar and the rainforest reserve of Andasibe, home to Madagascar’s largest lemur, the indri. Hike the forests to spot lemurs and enjoy night walks seeking out the ghostly white shapes of chameleons. Then return to Mauritius where you may be able to spot dolphins, sperm whales and Blainville's beaked whale.

why book this trip

On this incredible journey through both Madagascar and Mauritius there is a brilliant balance between the active and relaxed, and between the natural world (lemurs, chameleons and giant tortoises) and the marine world (dolphins, whales and snorkelling).

Day 1: Arrive Mauritius

On arrival you will be met and transferred past vast plantations of sugar cane and pineapples to the picturesque valley of Chamarel and Lakaz Charmarel. Surrounded by the Black River Gorges National Park, this exclusive mountain retreat is the perfect base from which to explore.

Lakaz Chamarel

Lakaz Chamarel is a luxurious, eco-lodge situated in Mauritius surrounded by stunning landscapes and villages filled with culture waiting for you to explore them. There are twenty rooms and suites available all of which are uniquely decorated and the suites each have their own private pool.

Day 2: Southern Mauritius Private Day Tour

Today you have the use of a private vehicle and guide for the full day. Visit the ‘Seven Coloured Earths’ of Chamarel, these dunes are a very rare geological curiosity with seven distinct colours fluctuating between ochre, brown, yellow, red and purplish blue.

Wildlife in the Indian Ocean

Made up of the coastal waters of three continents encircling many exotic islands, the Indian Ocean has an incredible variety of marine wildlife.

Day 3: Rivière Des Galets

This morning you will set off on your half day excursion to discover the beautiful lush forests and waterfalls of Rivière des Galets by zip line. The zip line excursion involves trekking, swimming in natural clear pools and spectacular glides above the trees, river and rocks along zip lines.

The best time to visit the Indian Ocean is completely dependent on your particular interest for visiting or whether you wish to combine one of these idyllic island destinations with another stop off along the way! Made up of sun-soaked exotic islands that are blessed with tropical climates, the Indian Ocean is generally great throughout the year.

Day 4: Mauritius - Madagascar

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for the two hour flight to Madagascar. On arrival in Antananarivo you will be met and depart immediately with your private guide and vehicle for the 4 hour road journey to the eastern rainforest reserve of Andasibe.

Mantadia Lodge

Mantadia Lodge, located in the stunning surroundings of Andasibe and Mantadia National Parks, is a gateway to Madagascar's natural nature. With its modern facilities and 25 well-appointed rooms, including WiFi and cosy wood fires, visitors may relax while immersed in the surrounding rainforest. The lodge's elevated position allows for panoramic vistas, adding to the charm of the experience.

Days 5 - 6: Andasibe & Mantadia National Park

The haunting cry of the indri is an eerie alarm call as you wake to find yourself on the mist-shrouded outskirts of the Andasibe and Mantadia National Parks. You have two full days to discover the variety of lemurs, reptiles and birds that make this montane forest their home.

Andasibe National Park

Probably one of the best lemur experiences in the world, Andasibe National Park is the best place to spot the Indri, the largest living lemur! The park is separated into two distinct areas, Speciale d’Analamazaotra (usually known as Perinet - the old name of a French nearby town and rail station) to the south, and Park National de Mantidia to the north. Created in 1989, it encompasses the same humid lush forest throughout, covered with moss and trees, peppered with over 100 extraordinary orchid species and dotted with lakes.

Day 7: Madagascar - Mauritius

After a final morning walk, depart for the 4 hour drive back to Antananarivo where there is time for some shopping at the artisans market before taking the flight to Mauritius. On arrival in Mauritius you will be met and transferred to your hotel, the chic Baystone Boutique Hotel & Spa.

Baystone Boutique Hotel & Spa

The luxurious Baystone Boutique Hotel & Spa hotel is located on the northern tip of the island of Mauritius; with fantastic access to the beach and world class service you are sure to have an incredible time here. During your stay here you can choose to do as little or as much as possible, complete with an on-site spa as well as ample water sports activities. You can choose to spend your time by the pool, on the beach or exploring your stunning surroundings.

Days 8 - 10: Mauritius

A host of marine-based activities are available to book locally including seasonal whale watching, catamaran cruises, spotting dolphins, snorkelling in the reefs and lunching on tropical islands. Book the exclusive Baystone Lagoon Turquoise Excursion to Ambre Island for a private picnic lunch in the shade of the mangrove trees.

Indian Ocean Islands

The Indian Ocean is home to some of the most exotic islands in the world all of which have many things in common; crystalline blue waters, beautiful beaches plucked from movie scenes, and sunshine throughout the year. We know from experience that they are as close as you can possibly get to paradise, whether you want to relax, explore the depths of the marine world, or enjoy water-sports on the glistening ocean.

Day 11: Depart Mauritius

It’s time to bid farewell as you transfer to the airport for your onward flight home.

What to expect from a trip to the Indian Ocean

Harriet was wonderful. She quickly and efficiently listened to what I wanted to do in the countries I was planning to visit, put together a plan in a matter of days, and it was without a doubt the best international trip I've taken in my life (of approximately 30 countries). Service was excellent. Itinerary was excellent. All around a great experience in a less commonly-traveled destination.