7 Days • 6 Nights
Mauritius Family Holiday: Beaches, Lagoons & Adventures
Tour Includes
About the Trip
Trip Highlights
- The warm, calm turquoise lagoons are perfect and safe for children to swim and snorkel. Mauritius is ringed by a protected coral lagoon, and its warm, calm, clear turquoise waters are ideal and safe for children to swim, splash and snorkel, straight from beautiful beaches. The family snorkels over vibrant reefs teeming with colourful fish, and children play safely in the gentle lagoon. The safety and beauty are wonderful. The warm, calm, protected turquoise lagoons, perfect and safe for children to swim and snorkel over vibrant reefs, are a wonderful and joyful highlight for the whole family in Mauritius.
- A catamaran cruise to Ile aux Cerfs is a magical family adventure. A catamaran cruise on the turquoise lagoon is a family highlight. You sail the beautiful turquoise waters to Ile aux Cerfs, a stunning island of white beaches and clear lagoons, where the family snorkels over vibrant coral, swims, builds sandcastles, and relaxes on beautiful beaches, often with a barbecue lunch aboard, a magical day on the water children love. The cruise and beaches are wonderful. Cruising the turquoise lagoon by catamaran to the beautiful Ile aux Cerfs, snorkelling and playing on white beaches, is a magical and joyful adventure for the whole family in Mauritius.
- Giant tortoises, crocodiles and nature parks delight children. Mauritius offers wonderful wildlife encounters for families. At La Vanille nature park, children meet giant Aldabra tortoises (which they can often feed and touch), crocodiles, and other creatures amid beautiful gardens, and can learn about the famous dodo. Other parks and gardens delight children too. The wildlife and fun are wonderful. Meeting giant tortoises and crocodiles at a nature park, and learning about the famous dodo, delights children, a wonderful highlight for the whole family in Mauritius.
- Family resorts, kids' clubs, pools and waterparks keep children entertained. Mauritius's family-friendly resorts offer superb facilities, kids' clubs with games and activities, beautiful pools (some with water slides), family rooms, and gentle water sports, keeping children happily entertained while parents relax. Some resorts and attractions have waterparks with slides and fun. The facilities and fun are wonderful. Family resorts with kids' clubs, beautiful pools, waterparks and gentle water sports keep children happily entertained, a wonderful highlight for the whole family in Mauritius.
- Island adventures and beautiful scenery add wonderful variety for families. Beyond the beaches, families enjoy the island's wonders, the extraordinary seven-coloured earth of Chamarel, the spectacular waterfalls, the sacred lake of Grand Bassin, the dramatic mountains and, for older children, gentle hikes and adventures. These add wonderful variety and a sense of adventure. Exploring the island's wonders, from the seven-coloured earth of Chamarel to waterfalls and mountains, adds wonderful variety and adventure, a rewarding highlight for the whole family in Mauritius.
- Above all, this journey offers a safe, beautiful and varied family holiday on a wonderful island. Mauritius is a wonderful, safe and easy family destination, a beautiful island of warm lagoons, family resorts and varied adventures. Over seven days your family swims and snorkels in the warm, calm lagoon, cruises to Ile aux Cerfs, meets giant tortoises, enjoys kids' clubs and pools, and explores the island's wonders, all wrapped in warm hospitality and delicious food. The combination of safety, warm calm lagoons, family resorts, wildlife and varied adventures makes Mauritius ideal for families.
Day by Day
A detailed day-by-day plan for this 7-day journey.
Your Mauritius family holiday begins as your flight arrives at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, where the whole family is met and transferred to your family-friendly beachside resort. Mauritius is a wonderful, safe and easy family destination, a beautiful island of warm lagoons and warm hospitality, and the beauty and welcome are immediately apparent. Spend the rest of the day settling in and relaxing after your journey, letting the children take a first splash in the warm, calm turquoise lagoon, build sandcastles on the beautiful beach, and enjoy the resort's pools. This evening, dine together on the delicious flavours of Mauritian cuisine, and settle into the relaxed island rhythm. As the family settles in, the warmth and beauty of Mauritius begin an easy, enjoyable holiday. Rest well, ready to explore the beautiful island together.
Today the family enjoys the warm lagoon and resort activities. The children swim, splash and snorkel in the warm, calm, clear turquoise lagoon straight from the beach, spotting colourful fish over the vibrant reef, and enjoy the resort's beautiful pools, kids' club and gentle water sports, such as kayaking and pedal boats. The family relaxes on the beautiful beach, building sandcastles and enjoying the serenity. The fun and beauty are wonderful. As the sun sets over the ocean, you savour the glorious colours together. This evening, dine together, savouring Mauritian cuisine. Rest well in your island paradise, the children full of fun, ready for a catamaran adventure tomorrow.
Today the family enjoys a magical catamaran cruise to Ile aux Cerfs. You sail the beautiful turquoise waters of the east coast to Ile aux Cerfs, a stunning island of powder-white beaches and clear turquoise lagoons, where the family snorkels over vibrant coral, swims in the warm, clear water, builds sandcastles, and relaxes on the beautiful beaches, often with a delicious barbecue lunch aboard the catamaran, a magical day on the water children love. The cruise and beaches are wonderful. As the day ends, you return to your resort, the children full of stories. This evening, dine together, savouring Mauritian cuisine and a beautiful sunset. Rest well in your island paradise, ready to meet giant tortoises tomorrow.
Today the family enjoys wonderful wildlife at a nature park. You visit La Vanille nature park (or a similar park), where the children meet giant Aldabra tortoises, which they can often feed and touch, crocodiles, geckos, and other creatures amid beautiful tropical gardens, and learn about the famous extinct dodo. The children delight in the giant tortoises and the wildlife, a wonderful, memorable experience. You might also enjoy a beautiful beach or the resort in the afternoon. The wildlife and fun are wonderful. As the sun sets over the ocean, you savour the glorious colours together. This evening, dine together, savouring Mauritian cuisine. Rest well in your island paradise, the children full of stories of giant tortoises, ready to explore the island's wonders tomorrow.
Today the family explores the island's wonders in the south-west. You visit the extraordinary Seven Coloured Earth of Chamarel, undulating dunes of naturally coloured sands that amaze children, and the spectacular Chamarel Waterfall plunging into a lush gorge. You visit the sacred lake of Grand Bassin amid the mountains, and take in the dramatic scenery of the Black River Gorges, perhaps spotting monkeys and endemic birds. These wonders add variety and a sense of adventure the family will love. As the day ends, you return to your resort. This evening, dine together, savouring Mauritian cuisine. Rest well in your island paradise, the children full of the island's wonders, ready for a final day of fun and relaxation.
Today the family enjoys a relaxed, fun day at the beach and resort. The whole day is yours to enjoy your island, the children swimming and snorkelling in the warm lagoon, building sandcastles, enjoying the kids' club, pools and water sports, and playing on the beautiful beaches, while parents relax in blissful island serenity. You might visit a beautiful marine park such as Blue Bay to snorkel over the coral, or enjoy a waterpark or glass-bottom boat trip. It is the perfect relaxed, fun day for the whole family. As the sun sets over the ocean, you savour the glorious colours together. This evening, enjoy a final family dinner, savouring Mauritian cuisine, reflecting on your beautiful island holiday. Rest well in your island paradise, the whole family full of happy memories.
After a final, relaxed morning in beautiful Mauritius, perhaps a last splash in the warm lagoon or a stroll along the beach, the family is transferred to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport for your onward international departure. The family leaves deeply relaxed and full of happy memories, having enjoyed the beautiful island, the warm, calm lagoons, the catamaran cruise to Ile aux Cerfs, the giant tortoises, the kids' clubs and pools, and the island's wonders. The memories stay vivid long after you land, the warm lagoons and vibrant reefs, the beautiful Ile aux Cerfs, the giant tortoises, and the seven-coloured earth. Mauritius offers a safe, beautiful and varied family holiday, and you depart together, treasuring the shared memories, and already dreaming of a return to this wonderful and welcoming island.
Where You Will Travel
What's inside the package?
Inclusions
- 6 nights accommodation in a family room on a half-board or all-inclusive basis
- Airport and resort transfers
- Island tours and excursions as per itinerary with local guides
- Services of expert local guides as per itinerary
- A catamaran cruise to Ile aux Cerfs, a nature park visit with giant tortoises, a south-west island tour with Chamarel, and use of the kids' club
Exclusions
- International airfare
- Visa or tourist card fees where applicable
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Some meals if half board (or upgrade to all-inclusive)
- Waterpark tickets, optional excursions and tips
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions
- Drinks unless specifically stated
- Optional excursions and experiences
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions
Know when to go.
- Visa & entry: Most nationalities can visit Mauritius visa-free for up to 60 days with a passport valid for at least six months, a return ticket and proof of accommodation; a visa is issued on arrival where needed. Requirements can change, so we confirm the current details before travel
- Currency: The currency is the Mauritian Rupee (MUR); cards are widely accepted at hotels, restaurants and shops, but carry some cash for markets, small shops, taxis and tips. ATMs are widely available, and major currencies can be exchanged at banks and hotels
- Best time to visit: Mauritius is warm year-round; the cooler, drier winter (roughly May to November) is very popular and pleasant, while the summer (December to April) is hotter and more humid with a cyclone risk, especially January to March. The east and south can be breezier, the west and north calmer
- Languages & culture: English is the official language and French and Mauritian Creole are widely spoken; Mauritius is a warm, welcoming multicultural island blending Indian, African, Chinese and European heritage. Dress is relaxed at resorts and beaches, but modest dress is appreciated in towns and required at temples and mosques
- Beaches & lagoons: Mauritius is ringed by beautiful beaches and a protected coral lagoon, ideal for swimming, snorkelling and water sports; public beaches are open to all. Use reef-safe sunscreen, respect the marine parks (such as Blue Bay), and take care with sun, currents and coral, following local advice
- Getting around: Touring is by private vehicle with your guide or driver, and Mauritius is compact and easy to explore; driving is on the left. Distances are short, and we arrange all transfers and tours. Taxis and buses are also available, and many resorts offer excursions and shuttles
- Health & safety: Mauritius is a safe, welcoming and stable island with no malaria; standard precautions apply, and tap water is generally safe in main areas though many prefer bottled. The tropical sun is strong, so bring sun protection and stay hydrated, and take comprehensive travel insurance
- Money & power: Tipping is appreciated but not obligatory (a small tip for good service is customary). Power is 230V with UK-style type G (and some type C) plugs, so bring an adapter. Mauritius is well developed, with excellent resorts, restaurants and infrastructure, making travel easy and rewarding
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mauritius suitable for families with children?
Wonderfully so. Mauritius is safe, welcoming and easy, with warm, calm, protected lagoons ideal and safe for children to swim and snorkel, family-friendly resorts with kids' clubs, pools and family rooms, and a fascinating variety of family adventures, catamaran cruises, giant tortoises, waterparks, and the island's natural wonders. Distances are short, food is delicious, and there is no malaria. We choose the best family resort for your children's ages, so the whole family enjoys a safe, beautiful and fun holiday.
Which resorts and coast are best for families?
Many Mauritius resorts are superb for families, with kids' clubs, family rooms, pools (some with slides), gentle lagoons and family activities; the calm north and west coasts (and sheltered parts of the east) are ideal for young children. We choose a family-friendly resort matched to your children's ages, your budget and priorities, whether you want extensive kids' facilities, a gentle lagoon, or all-inclusive ease, and advise on the best coast and board basis for a smooth, happy family holiday.
What meals are included?
This depends on the board basis chosen: bed and breakfast, half board, full board or all-inclusive, which we tailor to you and your resort. Many Mauritius resorts offer excellent half-board or all-inclusive packages, while others are ideally placed for exploring the island's superb restaurants. Mauritian cuisine is a delicious blend of Indian, Creole, Chinese and French flavours, and we advise on the best board basis and dining for your holiday.
Are the tours private or in a group?
Excursions can be arranged privately, with your own guide or driver and vehicle, for flexibility and a tailored pace, or as shared/group tours and resort excursions for value; we tailor this to you. Mauritius is compact and easy to tour, and knowledgeable local guides bring its beaches, mountains, culture and history vividly to life. Many highlights, from catamaran cruises to island tours, are easily arranged.
Do I need a visa for Mauritius?
Most nationalities can visit visa-free for up to 60 days with a passport valid for at least six months, a return ticket and proof of accommodation, with a visa issued on arrival where needed. We confirm the exact, current requirements for your nationality before travel, so entry is smooth. Mauritius is easy and welcoming to visit, with a modern international airport.
Is Mauritius safe to visit?
Mauritius is a safe, stable and welcoming island, popular with families, couples and honeymooners, with warm, multicultural hospitality and excellent infrastructure. Standard precautions apply, as anywhere, and there is no malaria. We use trusted local guides and drivers and choose reputable resorts. The island is easy, relaxed and rewarding to explore, and the warmth of the Mauritian welcome is one of the joys of a visit.
When is the best time to visit?
Mauritius is warm and beautiful year-round. The cooler, drier winter (roughly May to November) is especially pleasant and popular, ideal for beaches, touring and diving; the summer (December to April) is hotter and more humid, with a cyclone risk mainly January to March, but lush and green. The west and north are calmer for swimming; the east breezier. We advise on the best timing and coast for your interests.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Absolutely. We can choose the ideal resort and coast for your style, from romantic and luxury to family and beachfront, add island tours, catamaran cruises, diving, hiking, golf and cultural experiences, and tailor the balance of relaxation and exploration. Mauritius offers beaches, mountains, nature, culture and adventure, and every holiday is tailored to you, matching the resort, board basis and experiences to create your ideal island escape.
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