Holidays in Mauritius 2022/2023

• Rum distilleries and colonial plantations
• Powder-soft sand on long stretches of beach
• Five-star luxury experience for everyone
• Get active and hike Le Morne mountain

When it comes to describing Mauritius, we’re going to leave you in the inspirational hands of American writer Mark Twain: “From one citizen you gather the idea that Mauritius was made first and then heaven; and heaven was copied after Mauritius."

‘Nirvana’s blueprint’ is a nickname that Mauritius utterly deserves, with miles and miles of palm-speckled sugar-white sands lapped by limpid-blue sea. It’s a tropical scene fitting for any luxury holiday and a superb selection of resorts, including some of the best family-friendly hotels in the Indian Ocean, match the five-star views.

While its beaches and snorkel-worthy waters are certainly beautiful and honeymoon-worthy, Mauritius’ interior further confirms the heavenly appraisal by the proud local Twain wrote about. An emerald oasis of lush jungle, waterfalls and soaring mountains make for an adventurers’ playground, with hiking trails providing prime access. Rum distilleries, colonial plantations and the capital of Port Louis offer a delightful insight into the island’s melting pot of cultures – once ruled by the Dutch, British and French and now populated by Africans, Indians, Europeans and Chinese, Mauritius has layer upon layer of heritage and traditions.

A holiday to Mauritius has a bit of everything – adventure, history, unbelievable underwater worlds and brilliant beaches. And that’s why it was once called a prototype for paradise.

Our interactive Mauritius travel guide is a great tool to start planning your journey of a lifetime.

Mauritius has more strings to its bow than most people give it credit for and the same goes for its accommodation. If you want to stay on a talcum-white beach you can, but you can also stay high up in jungle-covered peaks or even in your own bubble! Mauritius has a little bit of everything, whether you're into your golf or you fancy a healthy slice of tropical seclusion.

Mauritius has two main seasons, with its summer from November to April and the winter occurring from May to October. The island is a year-round destination, with both seasons having their advantages. Deciding on the best time of year to visit Mauritius depends on what you’re looking for from your holiday.

The peak summer season is hot and humid, with temperatures (especially on the coast) rising above 30°C. During Mauritius’ summer, there’s a chance of rainfall, although it usually comes in the form of short and sharp afternoon showers. These never last for long and actually help in clearing the humidity, before drying up pretty quickly. January and February can occasionally see cyclones but thanks to the country’s tiny size, they generally miss Mauritius. Having said that, January and February offer the best visibility for divers, though it’s great throughout the year.

Mauritius’ winter is a lot cooler, with temperatures ranging from the mid to low-20s (degrees Celsius), and a lot drier. Warm, sunny days are aplenty, although you might need to pack an extra layer for the evenings. July and August is popular with families because of the school holidays and plethora of great family-friendly hotels. In September and October it’s still generally dry and the temperature starts to heat up in anticipation of the summer season, making this one of the best times to go to Mauritius on a luxury holiday.