5 Nights in Mauritius
What to ExpectMauritius is where soft white beaches, emerald lagoons, and volcanic mountains blend with warm island hospitality and rich culture. It’s an easy island for first-timers: safe to explore, simple to drive around, and full of activities ranging from slow, scenic days by the water to adrenaline-filled adventures in the hills and forests.
The island offers the perfect balance of comfort, freedom, and adventure, all wrapped in a warm tropical setting.
Located East of Madagascar, this is a year round destination with occasional tropical showers between January to April and cooler temperatures from May to December.
Who is trip for? The wanderer looking to slow down, prefers no planned activities with time for beaches and lagoons alongside a taste of Mauritius’s food, culture and inland scenery.
Destination Overview
Your 5 Night Travel Itinerary
Accommodation Options
Solana Beach Resort is an adults-only beachfront escape set along the stunning white-sand coastline of Belle Mare on Mauritius’ tranquil east coast. Known for its peaceful ambience, turquoise lagoon, and contemporary tropical design, the resort offers the perfect blend of relaxation, comfort, and oceanfront charm. Ideal for couples, solo travelers, and anyone seeking a quiet, rejuvenating getaway.
What Makes It Special
Adults-Only Serenity: A calm, laid-back atmosphere designed for uninterrupted relaxation.
Beautiful East Coast Beach: Direct access to a long, uncrowded stretch of white-sand beach and crystal-clear waters.
Ocean-View Rooms: All rooms feature sea-facing balconies or terraces for sunrise views.
Authentic Mauritian Hospitality: Warm service, local cuisine, and a blend of Creole and contemporary decor.
Lux Grand Gaube
LUX* Grand Gaube is a 5-star retro-chic tropical resort located on a private peninsula on the north coast of Mauritius. olana Beach Resort is an adults-only beachfront escape set along the stunning white-sand coastline of Belle Mare on Mauritius’ tranquil east coast. Known for its peaceful ambience, turquoise lagoon, and contemporary tropical design, the resort offers the perfect blend of relaxation, comfort, and oceanfront charm. Ideal for couples, solo travelers, and anyone seeking a quiet, rejuvenating getaway.
What Makes It Special
Dining & Bars: Offers multiple culinary venues including INTI (Peruvian), Bodrum Blue (Turkish/Mediterranean), Beach Rouge, The Palm Court, and the Creole Smokehouse, plus a rum treehouse with 88 types of rum and Café LUX
Activities & Wellness: Includes the LUX* Me Spa with temperature-controlled wellness pools, two main swimming pools, a gym, tennis and padel courts, an 18-hole golf course nearby, free non-motorized water sports (kayaking, snorkeling, paddleboarding), and an on-site cinema.
Ideal for honeymoons or families: Warm service and personal touches by staff.
Self Discovery & Add-on Activities
Self Drive Adventures
Movement on the island can get quite expensive. Renting a car or scooter opens up one of the most scenic parts of Mauritius.
Tourists can legally drive in Mauritius as long as the license is valid. If you hold a car (B category) driving license, you are legally allowed to ride a 125cc scooter without needing a separate motorcycle license.
Scooter rentals are inclusive of 2x Helmets, 2x reflective vests (must wear at night) and a mobile holder.
Rentals can be delivered to your hotel or picked at the designated bay on arrival at the airport. Customers must produce a valid license, passport and settle any balance before key handover.
Grand Baie (North Coast)
Grand Baie is Mauritius’ most vibrant coastal town. The area has a wide variety of restaurants, bars, cafes, shops, and beach clubs, offering a lively food and nightlife experience. Spend the afternoon exploring the marina, sampling local street food, or relaxing at Evaco Beach Club before enjoying dinner at one of the many seafood or fusion restaurants.
It’s a flexible, 45 minute trip that gives you a different feel from Belle Mare.
Vallée des Couleurs Nature Park – Southern Mauritius
This nature park is an adventure hub for thrill-seekers. Set in lush mountainous terrain, it offers adrenaline-filled activities such as zip-lining over deep valleys, quad biking along rugged trails, and walking across the longest suspended bridge in the region.
Prices start from MUR 1,250 making it a great value for a half-day excursion.
Website: vallepark.com
La Rhumerie De Chamarel- Southern Mauritius
Just a short 30 minute drive from the nature park, Rhumerie de Chamarel is one of the island’s most beautiful and renowned rum distilleries. The guided tour walks you through the cane-to-bottle process inside an eco-friendly distillery, ending with a tasting of their signature agricole rums and liqueurs. You can also purchase a bottle or eat at the restaurant nearby.
Price: USD 14 per person, no reservation needed.
Open Mon - Sat 9.30am - 4.30pm
Cruises are one of the most memorable ways to experience Mauritius’ lagoon landscapes. From the nearby Pointe Maurice Jetty or further west, you can join a weekly sunset cruise (5–8 pm) that offers relaxed sailing, music, snacks, and drinks as you watch the sky change color over the lagoon. Full-day cruises run daily, taking you to snorkeling spots, small islands, and secluded beaches, with many tours including a BBQ lunch on board.
Prices start from EUR 38 per person.
Catamaran Cruise
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Essential Travel Info for Thailand
No visa required for passport holders from Kenya, US, UK, European Union or South Africa for short stays up to 90 days. Ensure you have a valid passport, confirmed return ticket, proof of funds.
All travelers must complete the free online Safe Mauritius Form before arrival (ideally within 72 hours prior to your flight) to generate a QR code for check-in and immigration.
Vapes, e-cigarettes, and certain prescription or recreational drugs (including cannabis and specific medications like Adderall) are strictly banned.
Local languages: English, French, Creole
Local tourism tax: EUR 3 per person per night (payable at hotel checkout).
Get a local SIM at the airport.
Download offline Google Maps for ease of travel
Carry Mauritian Rupees for petty cash. Card accepted
Travel insurance recommended.
PLEASE CONFIRM VISA ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR RESPECTIVE NATIONALITIES
Package and Pricing Information
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Accommodation including Half-board supplement (breakfast & dinner)
Return Airport Transfers
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Any meals, transfers or tours that are not mentioned in the itinerary
Any items of purely personal nature such as laundry and telephone calls
International flights
Visa fees and departure tax (if applicable)
Personal, travel and health insurance
Early check in and late check out unless specified
Optional tours and activity fees
Drinks during meals
Gratuities/tips to tour guides, drivers and hotel staff
Booking Process
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To snag your room and lock in your rate, we need a 50% deposit when you book. Final balance must be cleared no less than 45 days to your arrival. Alternate payment schedules can be considered on a case by case basis
Just a heads-up, all bookings depend on availability and aren't fully confirmed until we get that first deposit.
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Cancel 91+ days out: You'll get your initial 50% deposit back, minus any small transaction or admin fees.
Cancel 61-90 days out: There's a 20% cancellation fee.
Cancel 31-60 days out: A 50% cancellation fee applies.
Cancel 30 days or less out: Unfortunately, no refund is issued at this point.
How to Cancel: Send us your cancellation request in writing. If a refund is due, we'll process it within 14 business days of getting your request.
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After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—weather patterns, packing list recommendations, activity add-ons to consider, and more.
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Bookings are not transferable unless we've agreed to it in writing.
We highly recommend travel insurance for your trip!
As a booking company, we're here to help you secure your arrangements, but we hold no liability for any incidents that may occur during your trip, nor are we responsible for service disruptions, "acts of God" (like extreme weather), or changes made by other companies.
Please keep all your payment confirmations for your records!