West Coast
Dramatic sunsets, sheltered beaches, and lively resort strips backed by sugarcane-covered mountains
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Flic en Flac
Long white-sand beach with world-class diving and front-row seats to Indian Ocean sunsets
Le Morne
UNESCO mountain rising from a lagoon, sacred to the memory of escaped slaves
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Hike to the Summit of Le Morne Brabant
Climb the UNESCO-listed mountain that stands as a monument to enslaved people who chose freedom over capture.
Dive the Cathedral at Flic en Flac
Descend into a massive underwater cavern where cathedral-like light beams pierce the blue.
Walk the Flic en Flac Beach at Sunset
Stroll the longest public beach on the west coast as the sky erupts in amber and violet.
Kitesurf the Le Morne Lagoon
Ride the flat turquoise lagoon that has made Le Morne one of the world's top kitesurfing destinations.
Feast on Mine Frite at a Roadside Stall
Devour a plate of Mauritian fried noodles loaded with vegetables, soy sauce, and chili.
Visit the Le Morne Slave Route Monument
Pay respects at the memorial commemorating the slaves who sought refuge on Le Morne mountain.
Hike to the Summit of Le Pouce
Climb the thumb-shaped mountain for panoramic views from Port Louis to the northern islands.
Eat Fresh Seafood at a Le Morne Beach Shack
Crack into grilled lobster and octopus curry at a casual beachside restaurant with lagoon views.
Photograph the Casela Nature Parks Wildlife
Get face to face with Mauritian giant tortoises, rare birds, and African big cats at a hillside nature park.