The tropical islands off the East Coast of Africa really are as beautiful and peaceful as photographs suggest. They are a superb destination for family holidays or occasions such as honeymoons and weddings. A visit to them also combines very well with a safari in Africa.
MAP of MAURITIUS 
Mauritius is an idyllic island with stunning white beaches fringed by coral reefs and backed by dramatic emerald mountains. The beauty of the island is reflected in the cheerfulness and hospitality of its people who originate from a rich mix of races. There is a wide range of hotels - the best being of world class but there are also many smaller friendly hotels all with first class service. Whether you are seeking supreme luxury solitude or company, water sports or golf, Mauritius has an hotel for you.
Seafood and fresh fruit are plentiful and the food in hotels, derived from French, Indian, English and Creole cultures is very good. Most hotels offer free water sports. Some of the many excellent hotels to consider, in addition to those featured are Le Saint Géran, Royal Palm, Sugar Beach, Les Pavillons and Le Grand Gaube. GOLF HOLIDAYS Mauritius is a paradise island, sheltered from mass tourism. There is a range of first class hotels, set on gorgeous tropical beaches. The island provides the perfect place to combine golf with Tropical Island luxury. There are two 18 hole courses, both very different but each with their own particular charm. Buggies are available at both courses. RECOMMENDED COURSES AND HOTELS
Le Paradis Golf Club
Le Paradis Golf Course, which is adjacent to Le Paradis and Dinarobin Hotels, is built near to the ocean with spectacular views of the water and the Morne Mountain. For guests at the hotels green fees are very reasonable in the region of £7 per round.
Belle Mare Plage Golf Course
Belle Mare Plage Golf Course, this course is available free of charge to guests at Le Prince Maurice and Belle Mare Plage Hotels. It is a championship course, much admired by professional golfers. It is set a short distance from the ocean, amongst a series of lagoons, which can devour golf balls easily. The course is most attractively laid out in a picturesque setting.
SEASONS
SUMMER - Tropical rains from November to March when it is hot and humid. It is slightly cooler from May to September.
SUGGESTED COMBINATIONS
A week on Mauritius and a week on safari in Kenya, Tanzania, Zimbabwe or South Africa.
CLIMATE Avg Monthly Temperature (max F) | Avg Monthly Rainfall (inches) | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | | 86 | 08 | 84 | 08 | 84 | 08 | 82 | 05 | 79 | 04 | 76 | 03 | 75 | 2 | 75 | 2 | 77 | 1 | 80 | 3 | 83 | 2 | 85 | 5 |
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