India Travel Insurance for Mauritius

Location / Language of Mauritius

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Top 10 tourist attractions in Mauritius

1. Port Louis - The bustling capital city known for its markets, museums, and waterfront. Don’t miss the Central Market and the Caudan Waterfront.
2. Grand Baie – A lively coastal village famous for beaches, nightlife, water sports, and shopping.
3. Chamarel Seven Colored Earths – A unique geological formation featuring dunes in multiple natural colors. Located near Chamarel waterfalls.
4. Black River Gorges National Park – Mauritius’ largest national park offering hiking trails, waterfalls, and lush evergreen forests rich in wildlife.
5. Île aux Cerfs – A beautiful island known for white sandy beaches, blue lagoons, and water activities like parasailing and snorkeling.
6. Le Morne Brabant – A UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning mountain peak and panoramic views. 
7. Pamplemousses Botanical Garden – One of the oldest botanical gardens in the world, known for giant water lilies, palm varieties, and rare plant species.
8. Trou aux Cerfs Crater – A dormant volcanic crater in Curepipe offering scenic views and walking paths.
9. Casela Nature Parks– A wildlife adventure park where you can enjoy safari tours, ziplining, mud karting, and animal encounters.
10. Blue Bay Marine Park – A protected marine reserve famous for snorkeling, coral reefs, and clear turquoise waters. 

Things you must do in Mauritius

1. Explore the Beaches – Relax on Mauritius’ world-famous beaches such as Flic-en-Flac, Belle Mare, and Blue Bay with crystal-clear waters and soft white sand.
2. Visit Île aux Cerfs – Take a day trip to this stunning island for parasailing, snorkeling, swimming, or simply relaxing by the lagoon.
3. Experience Chamarel – See the Seven Colored Earths, visit the Chamarel Waterfall, and enjoy scenic views of the surrounding landscapes.
4. Hike Le Morne Brabant – A UNESCO World Heritage Site offering breathtaking panoramic views—perfect for adventure lovers. 
5. Go on a Wildlife Safari at Casela Park - Enjoy quad biking, animal safari tours, ziplining, and adventure activities for families and couples.

Food on the Plate

• Dholl Puri-Mauritius’ most famous street food—soft flatbreads filled with yellow split peas, served with curry, pickle, and chutney.
• Octopus Curry (Carry Poule) - A delicious Creole-style curry made with tender octopus, rich spices, and coconut milk.
• Mine Frites (Fried Noodles) - A popular Chinese-Mauritian dish made with stir-fried noodles, vegetables, chicken or seafood, and soy-based sauces.
• Rougaille – A classic Creole tomato-based dish cooked with onions, garlic, herbs, and either sausage, fish, or chicken.
• Gateau Piment –Mauritian-style chilli fritters made from lentils—crispy on the outside and soft inside, enjoyed as a snack or breakfast.