10 days in Mauritius Itinerary

An unusual commodity in the lesser-touristed western part of Mauritius, the developed seaside village Flic En Flac boasts a vast white sandy beach that generates a large amount of tourism.

Family-friendly places like Flic en Flac Beach and Chamarel Waterfall will thrill your kids. Change things up with these side-trips from Flic En Flac: Chamarel (Ebony Forest Reserve, Chamarel’s Seven Coloured Earth Geopark, &more). There's still lots to do: get in on the family fun at Casela Nature Parks, explore the striking landscape of Black River Gorges National Park, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

To find where to stay, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Flic En Flac attractions planning site.

Johannesburg, South Africa to Flic En Flac is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from South Africa Standard Time to Mauritius Standard Time, which is usually a 2 hour difference. Traveling from Johannesburg in February, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Flic En Flac, with lows of 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Beau Champ.

On the 23rd (Sun), take some stellar pictures from Siva Soopramaniar Kovile Bel-Air Riviere Seche, tee off at Anahita Golf Club, and then stroll through Ile aux Cerfs.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, read Beau Champ visit planner.

Drive from Flic En Flac to Beau Champ in 1.5 hours. In February in Beau Champ, expect temperatures between 35°C during the day and 28°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) early enough to go by car to Grand Baie.

Wide-open beaches with dazzling blue water and a relaxed coastal atmosphere lure visitors to take a trip to Grand Baie.

Kids will enjoy Pereybere Beach and Mont Choisy Beach. Change things up with a short trip to Jummah Mosque in Port Louis (about 34 minutes away). The adventure continues: take in nature's colorful creations at SSR Botanic Garden, tour the pleasant surroundings at Bain Boeuf Public Beach, tee off at Mont Choisy Le Golf, and look for gifts at Island Gems And Jewels.

To see more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Grand Baie trip planner.

Getting from Beau Champ to Grand Baie by car takes about 1.5 hours. In February in Grand Baie, expect temperatures between 35°C during the day and 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) so you can travel back home.