the cooler months of July and December when the temperatures are mild, rainfall is minimal and humidity is bearable.

Speciality : Mauritius is a blend of diverse cultures and religions. The population consists of Hindus, Creole, Chinese, Muslims and Europeans. Co-existence among Mauritians of Indian, African, European and Chinese ancestry has led to a sharing of cultures and values, a collective participation in festivals and increased understanding between people of different backgrounds.

Festivals: Cavadi This festival is celebrated in January/February. Bodies are pierced with needles, tongues and cheeks with pins, devotees in a trance carry the ‘Cavadi’ on their shoulders as a penitence. The ‘Cavadi’ is a wooden arch, covered with flowers and with a pot of milk at each end.Divali The Festival of Lights is celebrated in a spirit of pure joy, in the month of October or November. Father Laval Every September 9, Mauritians of all faiths walk or drive towards the tomb of the Blessed Jacques Désiré Laval, Ganesh ChaturthiGanesh Chaturthi is celebrated on the 4th day of the lunar month of August/September by Hindus in honour of the birth of Ganesha, God of wisdom.Holi, Id-El-Fitr, Ougadi Ougadi is the Telugu New Year and is usually celebrated in March. Spring Festival, the Chinese New Year

Shopping: Basketwork, embroidery, pottery, cut stones and recycled glass are very much in demand. Vanilla tea or rum is an attraction. fruit jellies, chillies, and other types of spices and pickles - delicious bits of raw vegetables soaked in oil, spices and chilly

Places of Interests :

Mauritius is a delightful destination. Begin with the capital and the country’s largest port, Port Louis. The city has many interesting sights to offer, including the Central Market and the Blue Penny Museum. Interesting trips include theBalaclava Ruins, the old Cap Malheureux church, the Dutch Ruins at Vieux Grand Port and the Martello Towers. Stops at the Triolet Shivala Village, Flacq Village and Flacq Market, Mahebourg fishing village, the seaside resort of Souillac, Chamarel, the Labourdonnais Orchards and the Ganga Talao Bassin are also recommended. The island also offers a diverse range of water sport facilities as well as stunning coral reefs to explore. Some of the popular coastal destinations are Pereybère Beach, Belle Mare Beach, Ile aux Cerfs. Also visit the Ile aux Aigrettes Natural Reserve, La Vanilla Reserve des Mascareigenes, Casela Bird Park,Yemen Reserve spread across the Island.

Activities :

Deep sea Fishing : Water sports from water polo to diving, deep sea fishing, seabed walking, surfing etc and land sports as good as anywhere else in the world. Enjoy hunting as well.