Other sightseeing on Mauritius

Pont Naturel is a natural wonder on the southeast coast of Mauritius, which is a natural stone arch formed by the waves of the Indian Ocean. This unique natural bridge has been carved into the rock over thousands of years by powerful waves and winds....

Pointe Vacoas or Cape Vacoa is a picturesque point on the southern coast of Mauritius known for its wild, unspoiled nature and breathtaking ocean views. This spot is not as popular with tourists as other beaches and attractions on the island, making ...

Blue Bay Marine Park in Mauritius is a marine protected area located on the southeast coast of the island. This marine park is one of Mauritius' top natural attractions and is known for its rich underwater world, including a variety of coral reefs an...

Roche Qui Pleure, or “Weeping Rock”, is one of the most unique natural attractions on the southern coast of Mauritius, located near the Gris Gris beach. The place got its name due to an unusual natural phenomenon: when the waves of the In...

Île Gabriel is an uninhabited island known for its long white sand beaches and bright turquoise water. The island is protected as a nature reserve to preserve its unique ecosystem. Great snorkeling spots can be found here, where coral reefs are...

Flat Island, or Île Plate - located about 11 kilometers north of the mainland and is one of the most popular places to visit for locals and tourists alike. It is one of the largest outer islands in Mauritius, covering an area of 2.53 square kil...

Rocher aux Pigeons, or Pigeon Rock, is a small but impressive rock formation off the coast of Mauritius, near Flat Island. The rock is a nature reserve and hosts a unique ecosystem. It is home to rare species of birds, including pigeons, for which it...

The lighthouse on Flat Island has been in operation since 1855 and is one of the oldest in Mauritius. The island is located about 11 km north of the mainland and was used as a quarantine station in the 1860s during malaria and cholera epidemics. The ...

LagoonFlight in Mauritius offers unique seaplane tours, giving tourists the opportunity to see one of the most spectacular natural phenomena, the underwater waterfall at Le Morne Mountain. Flights depart from La Prairie Beach and range from 15 to 80 ...

The Chamarel Ebony Forest Reserve is located in close proximity to the Chamarel Geopark and is usually visited by tourists on the same day as the park itself. The reserve was created to protect and restore the unique flora and fauna of the island, es...

The Shiva statue, located at the sacred Ganga Talao Lake (also known as Grand Bassin), is one of the most famous and revered landmarks in Mauritius. It is one of the largest statues of Shiva in the world, symbolizing spiritual greatness and important...

Sri Prakash Vishwanath Mandir is one of the largest and most important Hindu temples in Mauritius, located in a village near Port Louis. This temple is considered the spiritual center for the Hindu community on the island and plays a key role in the ...

The Sir Sivusagur Ramgoolam Statue is a monument to one of the most important figures in the history of Mauritius, Sir Sivusagur Ramgoolam (SSR), who is referred to as the ‘Father of the Nation’. He was the first Prime Minister of Mauriti...

The Queen Victoria Statue is a monument in honour of the British Queen Victoria, who reigned from 1837 to 1901. This period included the time when Mauritius was a British colony. The statue symbolises the important historical heritage and colonial pe...

The statue-bust of Vladimir Lenin in Mauritius is a monument erected in honour of the revolutionary leader of the Soviet Union. Although Mauritius has no direct historical ties to the Soviet Union, the bust of Lenin was erected as a symbol of solidar...

The Dodo Bird Monument is a circular movement in Mauritius named after the extinct dodo (dodo) bird, which is the symbol of the island. The dodo bird is one of the most famous animals associated with Mauritius, as it lived only on this island and dis...

The Statue of William Newton is a monument dedicated to one of the most famous lawyers and politicians of colonial Mauritius. William Newton, also known as the ‘Cicero of Mauritius’, was a key figure in the struggle for civil rights and f...

The monument in Mahebourg was erected to commemorate an important event in the history of Mauritius - the abolition of slavery in 1835. Slavery was prevalent on the island during the colonial period, when Africans and Malays were brought to Mauritius...

Monument Commemorating la Bataille Navale du Vieux Grand-Port in Maebourg is a monument dedicated to one of the most significant naval battles in the history of the Indian Ocean. The Battle of Grand-Port, which took place in 1810, was an important ba...

The monument marks the place where the Dutch first landed in 1598. This landing is considered to be the beginning of European colonisation of the island. The Dutch gave the island its current name in honour of Prince Maurits van Nassau. During their ...

A monument dedicated to the memory of the slaves who were brought to the island during the colonisation era. This monument is a symbol of the struggle for freedom and justice. It is located at an important historical site on the peninsula of Le Morne...

The S.S. Trevessa monument in Mauritius commemorates the ship of the same name, which sank in the Indian Ocean in 1923. The S.S. Trevessa was a British cargo ship carrying zinc and tin from Australia to England. During the voyage, the ship encountere...

The Paul and Virginie Monument in Mauritius is dedicated to the characters of the novel of the same name by the French writer Jacques-Henri Bernardin de Saint-Pierre. This novel, written in 1788, has become a symbol of love, fidelity and tragic fate....

Notre Dame des Anges is a historic Catholic church located in the town of Maeburg in the south-east of Mauritius. The church is known for its architecture and its significant role in the spiritual life of the local Catholic community. It was built in...

Macondé Viewpoint is one of the most picturesque and popular spots in the south-west of Mauritius, near the villages of Le Morne and Bel Ombre. Macondé is a rocky ledge located along the coastal road that offers stunning panoramic views...

Built in 1830, this mansion is located in the picturesque village of Moka, in the heart of the island. Eureka House is a fine example of colonial architecture and is an important monument to the history of Mauritius. The house is characterized by lar...

Le Morne Brabant is a majestic mountain on the southwest coast of Mauritius, and is one of the island's most iconic natural and historical landmarks. The mountain rises 556 meters above sea level and is surrounded by beautiful beaches, lagoons and tr...

The Chateau de Mont Plaisir is a historic colonial building located within the grounds of the Sivusagur Ramgoolam Botanical Gardens in the village of Pamplemousses in the northwest of Mauritius. The Chateau was built in 1823 and is an important cultu...

Pointe d'Esny is one of the most picturesque and cozy beaches on the south-eastern coast of Mauritius, located near the town of Mahebourg and the famous Blue Bay beach. The beach is located in a sheltered lagoon - the water here is calm and almost al...