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Mauritius Island

Mauritius, known officially as the Republic of Mauritius, is a volcanic island nation located off the southeast coast of the African continent in the Indian Ocean. The beauty of Mauritius is beyond words. Rich with lush forest, wild waterfalls, unique wildlife, rocky mountains, white sand beaches and breathtaking crystal clear turquoise lagoons, Mauritius is a dream destination for people from all over the world.

The island is situated approximately 2400 kilometers off the South East Coast of Africa and covers an area of 1,865 square kilometers or 720 square miles, with 330 kilometers of coastline. Mauritius is 45km in width and 65km in length with a densely populated island of around 1.2 million people. It has a reputation for stability and racial harmony among its mixed population. The Island is known as a plural society where all the ethnic groups present: Hindus, Muslims, Creoles, Chinese and Europeans live in peace and where all the ancestral cultures have been preserved. These features make the island a unique place in the world, and the Mauritians known for their tolerance and kindness towards all people.

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Most Mauritians are bilingual being equally fluent in French and English. English is the official language, but French and Creole are widely spoken. Oriental languages also form part of the linguistic mosaic.

Mauritius has preserved its image as one of Africa’s few social and economic success stories, being a sugar and clothing exporter and a center for up market tourism.

Mauritius is becoming one of the most popular destinations for tourists from all over the world looking for a high-end holiday on a tropic amazing paradise island.

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Belle Mare

Belle Mare is found in the midst of the touristic region, on the East Coast of Mauritius, the village of Belle Mare is a calm hamlet with a year-round holiday-perfect climate and is one of the favourite vacation hotspots of both Mauritians and tourists.
Belle Mare’s History

Mauritius has throughout its history been governed by several European nations including Portugal, who claims to have discovered them in the 16th Century, The Netherlands, France, and England, but it is Belle Mare’s French name which has prevailed, meaning “beautiful sea”. This simple, yet accurate description of the dreamy lagoon it holds, described the Belle Mare region perfectly, which, in turn, probably played a central part in the development of this place. Belle Mare’s turquoise waters and white, sandy beaches place it as an ideal spot for high-end holidays in Mauritius.

Belle Mare is today mainly a beach resort area, attracting visitors from Europe and Asia because of it’s tropical year-round climate. It’s warm waters and coral reefs are perfect for scuba diving and other water sports. Belle Mare is also considered to be a good destination for families with a number of different activities for both children and adults at its resorts.

Belle Mare’s Location
Belle Mare is located on the eastern coast of Mauritius in the district of Flacq and is less than one hour from the international airport and a few mins away from the commercial area of central Flacq. Belle Mare is situated about 45 km east of Port Louis the Capital of Mauritius and the drive takes around 1 hour. Belle Mare is located along the east coastline, with many hotels and villas having direct beach access.
Climate in Belle Mare
Belle Mare has a hot tropical climate with only a small variation in temperature annually, typically there are both wet and dry seasons, however even during the wet season, showers often arrive in the form of short and heavy downpours usually separated by extended periods of sunshine. The very best time to visit is between October and December when it’s usually quite hot with low rainfall. The hottest month of the year is February with an average daily maximum of 30 C and an average low of 25 C. The coolest month of the year is July with an average daily maximum of 25 C and an average low of 20 C. The average temperature in Belle Mare in April for a typical day ranges from a high of 27°C to a low of 26°C.
Places of interest at Belle Mare
This Art gallery is a quaint space based in Quatre Cocos, close to the tropical beaches of Belle Mare which showcase a large selection of original modern & contemporary artworks by local Mauritian. Arts 28 welcomes art lovers and tourists from around the world to commission their very own masterpiece to be painted during their stay, or to browse the many different artworks on display to acquire a piece of the lovely isle of Maurice to take back home with them.
Splash and fun is tastefully themed and designed Waterpark on a large area of over 20 acres of land with sensational water slides and entertainment rides.

Belle mare is a paradise for golf lovers and the golf course listed below has been specially designed for all golf enthusiasts

  • Links Golf Course
  • Legend Golf Course
  • Saint-Geran Golf Course

There are few scuba diving tour operators driven by a passion for the ocean, eager to share with complete beginners and qualified divers alike to discover or rediscover the fascinating and breathtaking underwater scenery

Mauritius is a paradise for water-lovers and you can experience a selection of exciting water and sea activities listed below at Belle Mare:

  • Underwater Sea Walk Excursion – unique, safe and fascinating underwater walk on the ocean bed, and witness firsthand the magnificent marine life of the Eastern coast of Mauritius.
  • Parasailing adventure – offers a breathtaking bird’s eye view of the beautiful lagoon and beach of the East Coast of Mauritius, making it one of the ideal excursion for those looking for a special sea-air activity
  • Tube ride – an original pneumatic tube which is being pulled by the speed boat through the water of the Belle Mare beach. All you have to do is hold the two handles at the sides of the tube, while enjoying an exhilarating ride
  • Water Ski – a sport where you are pulled behind a motor boat wearing one or more skis. The surface area of the ski (or skis) keeps the person skimming on the surface of the water allowing the skier to stand upright while holding the tow rope.

All those water activities can be booked online on mauritiusattractions.com

The Belle Mare Market
Short distance from Belle Mare you will find the Flacq market. It is a very busy and important place for the villagers and tourists as well. It is open every day in the morning till 18:00. Local farmers bring their fresh produce like fruits, vegetables, grains to sell only on Wednesday and Sunday and the market is crowded on these days. The clothing and accessories have everything for everyone from Western to Indian and local made products where you can also bargain. There’s also a wide variety of souvenirs for tourists. The food stalls have different menus like Chinese, Indian and local dishes. For refreshments you can try alouda (mauritian milkshake) and fresh coconut water.
Other Highlights
Trou d’eau douce located not far from Belle Mare, is known to be the meeting point for embarking on sea adventures to île aux Cerf which is a picturesque island spread over 87 hectares of untouched land off the east coast of Mauritius. It is famous for its white sandy beaches, its turquoise lagoons and for the wide range of restaurants, water sports and land activities on offer.