Mauritius, an ideal destination for families!

Mauritius is known for being a luxury destination, but the country also regularly hosts expatriate families. Over the years, infrastructure and real estate have adapted to meet the needs of adults as well as children. Why is Mauritius an ideal destination for families? Find the answers below!

An incomparably gentle lifestyle

Children like to have space, to be able to run, play, shout and laugh without having to restrict themselves. The Mauritian population especially adores children and the villas and apartments are spacious enough to allow the younger ones to let their personality and the joy that naturally inhabits them run free. This gentle lifestyle always ends up having an impact on the other members of the family..

Strong and permanent ties with France

In addition to being close to Réunion Island, Mauritius and France have historical relations that can be felt on a daily basis. Imagine a population that speaks French (in addition to English and Mauritian Kreol), several French schools in close proximity to the big cities and imagine a family settlement: no language barriers, opportunities for adults to find a job in a French or francophone society, the opportunity for the younger ones to further their studies in France…

Breath-taking beaches and unique activities 

Mauritius also offers many activities that will suit the whole family:

• Pamplemousses Botanical Garden : Located north of the island, it was created by Pierre Poivre. This is the first tropical botanical garden created in the world and above all a real paradise on earth, with large spaces, vegetation at every step;
• Casela: zoo offering various activities for young and old. Program safaris, meals and proximity with animals, quad rides etc.;
• The adventure of sugar: more than a museum or a factory; it’s an entire experience on the sugar history of Mauritius;
• The valley of colors: ideal place for nature lovers. Many activities are available: quad, zip lines, Nepali bridge, but also waterfalls, lands of 27 colors and animals.

Wonderful beaches: Flic en Flac, Grand Bay, Pereybere, Cap Malheureux, Morne beach, but also Blue Bay, perfect for snorkeling and glass bottom boat rides. Added to that, many beautiful waterfalls:

• The 7 waterfalls that represent without any doubt, one of the most spectacular sites of Mauritius;
• Rochester Falls and its strange, perfectly rectangular rocks;
• The most spectacular waterfall of Chamarel lost in the middle of a dense and luxuriant forest;
• The waterfalls of Eau Bleue and its water point of a fabulous blue, perfect for a picnic and conducive to a small swim.

Mauritius it’s also plenty islands to visit:

• Flat Island and îlot Gabriel: a small paradise in the North of the island that is perfect for snorkeling and relaxation;
• Île aux Aigrettes: this uninhabited island is also the largest in the bay of Grand Port and is considered as a nature reserve in Mauritius with many rare species of animals and plants;
• Cerfs island : certainly the most touristy but also the most complete, beaches of white sand, mangrove, waterfalls, but also many water sports proposed;
• Bernaches island : very little frequented by tourists it is the smallest island around Mauritius, the beaches are beautiful and the water is very hot and a sumptuous emerald;
• Bénitiers island: main stop for a day swimming with dolphins, the Benitiers island offers a magnificent view of the Morne but also Crystal Rock.

With all of these strong tourist attractions and practical advantages, it is safe to say that Mauritius is a perfect destination for a new family life in the sun and surrounded by a welcoming population, especially towards the younger ones.