Anse Mourouk is another white sandy beach in Mourouk village in Rodrigues. The ocean is mostly shallow and the sea bottom is flat making it one of the best kitesurfing spots on the island. This is also where the Rodrigues International Kite Surf Festival is held annually. This Kite Festival is an event created and organized by the Rodrigues Kitesurf Association with the support of the Ministry of Tourism, Rodrigues Regional Assembly and the sponsors.
Kite Surf Festival
Balanced by a constant wind almost all year round, the kitesurf spot, Anse Mourouk’ is ideally located on a shallow turquoise lagoon for the practice of this sliding sport in complete safety in exceptional sailing conditions.
During this competition, Rodrigues will be vibrating to the rhythm of its kitesurf festival. Many experienced kitesurfing enthusiasts as well as experienced amateurs from the islands of the region and other parts of the world will perform for five days challenging each other in impressive aerial figures out of the waves.
There are many kitesurfing schools on the island which shows the popularity of kitesurfing in the region.
Pointe Cotton Beach is a popular beach in Rodrigues with sharp corals in the water. It will be good to wear water shoes for a more enjoyable swim. The beach, which is almost always deserted, is among the most beautiful beaches in the island.
The shallow lagoon that encircles the island is bordered by a protecting coral reef; 18 small islets lie within it. While Mont Limon and Mont Lubin, two volcanic peaks, stand guard over the island.
You can also take a walk along the right side of the beach to explore the large coral outcrop. The landscape there is completely different with strong wind and huge waves crashing against the cliffs. Rock formations of coral origin and shady casuarina groves surrounding the beach serve not only as a spectacular background, but also as reliable protection from strong winds.
Cotton Dive Centre
The area of the island where the beach is located is replete with resorts and restaurants for every taste and budget.
The coastal shallow water guarantees a safe family vacation with the kids. Active leisure enthusiasts can go swimming, parasailing, banana boating and water skiing. A pristine turquoise lagoon with coral reefs is for scuba diving fans.
About an hour’s walk from Pointe Coton on the East Coast takes you to the cove of Trou d’Argent, a charming little sandy beach sheltered by two magnificent cliffs.
Cotton Bay Resort
Cotton Bay Hotel is the nearest hotel. It is only 200 meters from the beach. It is a three star hotel. Tekoma Boutik Hotel Rodrigues is a 4-star hotel which is 1.3 kiliometres from the beach.
The Underwater Sea Walk is one of the most unique attractions that one must experience when visiting Mauritius. It is a good experience for all the non divers.
The underwater walk is a safe and fascinating walk on the ocean bed (about 3-4m depth), where you can witness firsthand the marine life of Mauritius, the beautiful fauna, corals, and a wide variety of fish, all in their natural habitat. The Walk does not require any knowledge of swimming or diving and you are not even required to remove your glasses.
Underwater Sea Walk
A helmet with a transparent visor is placed on your head. This equipment weighs 45 kg. You should be strong enough to carry this weight on your shoulders. A special apparatus allows normal breathing under the water. This trip is not recommended for pregnant women. Life Guards assist in taking you underwater and accompany you throughout the walk to guarantee your maximum safety. Total time of the excursion is approx. one hour (walk itself takes about 12-15 minutes).
The operating hours of the sea walk are between 9:00 and 14:30. You should have your own swimming costume and a towel.
Grand Bassin, known also as Ganga Talao is a lake situated in a secluded mountain area in the district of Savanne, deep in the heart of Mauritius. It is about 600 meters above sea level.
The Hindus of Mauritius consider the Grand Bassin as a Holy lake and that the water inside the lake communicates with the waters of the holy Ganges of India.
Mangal Mahadev
The Hindu community performs a pilgrimage there every year on the Maha Sivaratri (“Siva’s Great Night”), on this day they honor the Lord Siva. Beside the lake there is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and other Gods including Hanuman and Lakshmi. Also, overlooking the lake is the statue of Mangal Mahadev (Shiva statue) which is 33 meters, making it the highest statue in Mauritius.
Hanuman
The Grand Bassin Mauritius map gives you clear directions to the sacred lake and the tourist spots nearby that you can visit. Also, don’t forget to take off your shoes while entering the Lake complex and the temples.
On this guided tour you will discover the making of teas, rum, vanilla, essential oils, and you will also stroll down the exotic gardens of the Bois Cheri tea plantation.
Domaine des Aubineaux
You will visit the Domaine des Aubineaux and its gardens. It is a colonial house built in 1872, which has been converted into a museum dedicated to the history of Mauritian Tea. In the gardens around Domaine des Aubineaux you will visit Camphor tree garden with a diversity of exotic plants as well as trees of the endemic forest, and enjoy the beautiful sight of the tea plantation.
After that you will visit Bois Chéri which is the second stop in this tour. The Bois Chéri is the first and biggest tea producer in Mauritius, operating since 1892. You will also get to see the tea production museum.
This tour will take 5 to 7 hours and includes the following:
A guide to walk you through the Domaine des Aubineaux; Visit of a colonial mansion-museum built in 1872; Photo exhibition of the 19th and 20th Century; Stroll across the garden ; Visit of La Maison des Essences; Tour across the gardens of the Domaine des Aubineaux; A guided tour of the Bois Cheri tea factory; Visit to the tea museum; Visit to the tea plantation; A tea tasting session at the chalet (tea & biscuits); A guided tour of the Saint Aubin house; Visit of the “Rum” House and Tasting; Guided tour of the Sugar Factory and Le Moulin du Domaine de Saint Aubin; Visit of the Vanilla House; Visit of the Anthurium (flowers) la greenhouses; Visit of the tropical garden and spice garden at Domaine de Saint Aubin.
You will end your tour with a special 5 course typical Mauritian lunch at the highly recommended restaurant of “Le Saint Aubin”.
The Ile aux Cerfs day tour starts with a boat transfer, in a comfortable spacious motor boat, to Ile aux Cerfs Island. The boat trip takes about 15 minutes. Once you reach Ile aux Cerfs you will be taken to the famous Ile aux Cerfs Sands Bar where you will get a complimentary refreshing fruit cocktail.
Beautiful Corals
Rest of the morning you will spend on the beach doing whatever you like. The package includes a Sun Mattress for the day to lie down or for tanning just beside the beautiful beach.
You will be able to organize parasailing during your time on the island. The parasailing offers you a breathtaking bird’s eye view of Ile aux Cerfs Island.
Snorkeling
At noon time a 3 course meal or BBQ buffet Lunch is served at the Sands Grill. Lunch time is flexible between 11:00 – 15:00.
Sands Grill, also serves lightly grilled, fried or steamed local fish, seafood, Mauritian dishes & pizza. Vegetarian menu is available upon request made at the time when you book the tour.
The Curious Corner of Chamarel is a house filled with a variety of delusional fantasies. There are 40 exhibits set over the 5,000sq meters. These exhibits will continually challenge your brain until you finish your tour in one-and-a-half hour.
Mirror Maze
Mirror Maze is a room full of mazes surrounded by some 200 mirrors showing infinite reflections, impossible corridors and mind-bending light effects to enable you to find your way out of the maze.
The Ames room
The Ames room shows 2 people standing in the same room appear much bigger or smaller than the other one. A picture moment with your partner will show who is really the taller.
The upside down room
The upside down room shows things defying the law of gravity,
The Laser music room plays music with laser beams.
Entry fee is 10 Euros per adult and 6 per child below 12 years of age.
