Self-driving tour of Mauritius volcanic island country on the 5th day
6 cities |
9 attraction(s) |
total distance 52
km
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Day2
Day3
Day4
Day5
Day1: Port Louis
2 attraction(s) ·
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Port Louis is the capital of Mauritius, as well as the largest city and main port of the country. It is located in the Port Louis District on the western side of the Mauritius Island, facing the Indian Ocean. It is a historically significant port, with a prosperous and scenic city.
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The Blue Penny Museum is named after a rare and valuable two-penny blue stamp, one of two "Post Office" stamps carved by Joseph Osmond Barnard for the Mauritius Post Office in 1847. The museum exhibits a series of these stamps, as well as a collection of treasures, old maps, paintings, sculptures, stamps, engravings, and old documents. The Blue Penny stamp of Mauritius is famous, like the extinct dodo bird.
The museum is built on a historic site and operated by the Mauritius Commercial Bank. It opened to the public on November 27, 2001. The building of the museum is adjacent to the former site of the Mauritius Ports Authority, with the stone walls well-preserved, still clearly showing the construction date of 1930.
Day2: Grande Baie > Cap Malheureux
2 attraction(s) ·
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Dawan Town, located 20 kilometers north of Louisport, is situated in the northwest harbor of Mao Island. The nearly circular bay and sandy beaches make the sea appear calm and peaceful. The area around the harbor is filled with hotels and restaurants, shaded by green trees. Various yachts leisurely float on the sea, complemented by the blue sky and white clouds, resembling a picturesque scene, deserving the title of the most beautiful harbor on Mao Island. Dawan is the most concentrated area for tourists on Mao Island and is also well-known for its snorkeling. Usually, the best season for snorkeling is from October to December, while from February to March, hurricanes and heavy rain often occur, which is not conducive to sea activities.
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The red-roofed church (Notre-Dame Cathedral) built by the French is a must-visit for tourists in Mauritius. In addition to its iconic red roof, the intricate wooden structure and huge shell-shaped holy water pool inside the church are admirable. Located by the sea, with blue sky and white clouds, the church with the red roof is very beautiful, attracting many people to visit and take photos. It is also one of the most common sights on postcards of Mauritius, besides the seven-colored earth.
Day3: Curepipe > Riviere Noire
3 attraction(s) ·
45 km
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Deer Cave Volcano is a dormant volcano on the Isle of Mauritius, located in the town of Curepipe in the central mountain region. The area features an observation deck and a free parking lot. Standing on the observation deck, you can see the volcanic crater pond surrounded by green vegetation, often accompanied by wisps of smoke rising slowly. Along the railing of the observation deck, vendors sell inexpensive arts and crafts souvenirs. On the way to the volcanic crater area, there is a duty-free shop that mainly sells crafts, textiles, and jewelry.
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Black River Gorges National Park is located south of the National Wildlife Park in Mauritius. It is the only national park in Mauritius, covering a large area, approximately 2% of the country's land. The park has several entrances, some for hiking trails, some for waterfall viewing, and some for mountain scenery.
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Day4: Grand Port
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The natural bridge is located on the southern coast of Mauritius Island, near Blue Bay. It is a magnificent bridge formed naturally by the impact of sea water on a giant black coral reef. The waves crashing against the bridge create huge splashes and produce a stunning sound.
Day5: Grand Port
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The famous tourist attraction Blue Bay is located in the southeast of Mauritius, near the airport. It is named after the combination of the sea and the sky, with a bright blue color and a strong sense of hierarchy. Blue Bay is also a public beach, with crystal clear blue water, where you can go snorkeling on a glass-bottom boat to see schools of fish and corals.
