Estimated Cost (4 Nights / 5 Days)

Costs are per person, based on 2026 estimates, assuming a departure from major hubs like India or Europe.

Day 1: Arrival & Sunset at Flic-en-Flac

• Morning: Arrive at SSR International Airport; transfer to your resort.

• Afternoon: Settle in and hit the beach. Flic-en-Flac offers a massive stretch of white sand and calm lagoon waters.

• Evening: Enjoy a beachfront dinner. Catch a local Sega Dance performance, which many resorts host on arrival nights.

Day 2: The North – Coastal Gems & Botanical Beauty

• Morning: Visit the Pamplemousses Botanical Garden (Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam) to see the famous giant water lilies.

   

• Afternoon: Drive further north to Cap Malheureux to see the iconic red-roofed church. Spend the rest of the day at Pereybere Beach or Grand Baie for boutique shopping.

• Evening: Enjoy the nightlife or sunset cocktails in Grand Baie.

Day 3: The South – Colors of the Earth & Sacred Lakes

• Morning: Explore Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth—a unique geological formation of rainbow-colored sand—and the nearby Chamarel Waterfall.

   

• Afternoon: Visit Grand Bassin (Ganga Talao), a sacred crater lake with a 108ft Shiva statue. Stop at the Black River Gorges viewpoint for breathtaking mountain vistas

Day 4: Island Escape – Île aux Cerfs

• Full Day: Take a Catamaran Cruise from Trou d’Eau Douce to Île aux Cerfs.

   

• Activities: This is the quintessential "paradise" day. Spend it snorkeling in the coral reefs, parasailing over the lagoon, and enjoying a BBQ lunch on the beach.

• Alternative: If you prefer land adventure, spend the day at Casela Nature Park for a safari or "Walk with Lions

Day 5: Culture, Shopping & Departure

• Morning: Visit Port Louis, the capital. Walk through the Caudan Waterfront for souvenirs and the Central Market for local snacks like Dholl Puri.

   

• Afternoon: A final swim at the hotel or a visit to the Blue Penny Museum before your transfer to the airport.

Traveler Tips

1. Transport: For 4-5 days, renting a car is the most cost-effective way to see both the North and South without paying for expensive private taxis.

2. Currency: Mauritian Rupee (MUR). Most resorts accept cards, but local markets and street food vendors require cash.

3. Connectivity: Buy a local SIM card at the airport (Emtel or My.t)