Land Excursions

Authentic South (Full day with lunch)

(Mahebourg village, Biscuit Factory, Ile aux Aigrettes, La Vanille Réserve Des Mascareignes)

Deep in the heart of a small suburb of Mahebourg, discover a unique handicraft manioc biscuit factory, over 125 years old. Then proceed to Pointe d'Esny to go to Ile aux Aigrettes by boat. It is the last refuge of the Ebony forest, endemic animals & plant species. Finish the day by visiting La Vanille Reserve des Mascareignes. This park homes giant tortoises, reptiles, crocodiles and an impressive collection of butterflies and insects.

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Menu

Gajacks Tamtam
(Mix of cassava, fish acra and game croquette)

Stew of salted fish from Rodrigues
Curry of fresh chicken with crab meat
Wild boar hash with Tizac fruit
Kat Kat manioc with lamb or woldboar breast

Rice- churneys - lentils - and other assortments

Flammed banana with Zeli's old rum

Grand ma coffee

Nenene Zelie's old rum

Tropical Fascination (Full day with lunch)

(Port Louis/Pamplemousses Garden)

Get a glimpse in the way of living of the rainbow nation of Mauritius, Port Louis, the capital with its buzzing businesss centre, its crowded , colourful local market, its monuments and different places of worship, its modern shopping centre of the Caudan Waterfront. After the busy visit of the city, take a breath of fresh air at the Royal Botanical Garden of Pamplemousses, one of the most famous gardens in the World. Lunch is served in one of the best restaurants of the city.

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Menu

• Chef's salad
• Fish and eggplant curry
• Fish Rougaille enhanced with fried chilies
• Pickled Octopus with capsicum and fresh turmeric
• Sautéed thin slices of chicken breast with mushroom a dash of curry powder served with rice
• Calamari stew Creole style served with pilaf rice flavored with coriander leaves /

Desserts
Choice between the following:
Seasonal fruits and sorbet

Pine apple crumble served with a vanilla pod cream
Coffee / Tea

Mauritian Heritage (Full day with lunch)

(Pamplemousses Botanical Garden, Sugar Adventure,Eureka)

After a visit to the famous botanical garden of Pamplemousses, you will be taken to "L'Aventure du Sucre", a sugar factory turned into a Museum and a site full of surprise, which recalls the history of sugar and the origin of the population of Mauritius. Appreciate a typical Mauritian lunch in a Mauritian family in Moka, before heading towards one of the oldest colonial houses on the island, Eureka where tea and coffee will be served after a visit of the house and its vicinity.

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Menu - Escale Créole - Menu Muscade

Tamarin or pineapple limonade
fricassé ti-haricots blancs
cari cerf ou cari poulet créole(cerf en saison)
et rougaille saucisse créoles
riz blanc
sauté de bringelles et pomme de terre
fricassé chouchou vert
(les légumes varient selon les saisons et leur disponibilité)
salade concombre
achard légumes mélangés
chatini bringelles ou pomme d'amour

piment écrasé au limon rodrigues

tarte banane fait maison
gâto coco grand-mère
papaye confite à la vanille pays

Mystical South (Full day with lunch)

(Floreal,Curepipe, Trou-aux-cerfs, Grand Bassin, Black River Gorges, Chamarel)

Curepipe, the second most important town is the heaven of shopping lovers. Shopping can be done in the factory and duty free shops of Floréal. Cashmere, carpets, jewellery, ready made clothes are available and good value for money. Stop at Trou aux Cerfs, an extinct crater situated at 650 meters above sea level. It offers a beautiful view on the Moka range and right up to the sea. Then proceed to Grand Bassin or Ganga Talao, a sacred place of worship to the Hindu community. Drive along the National Park to see Black River Gorges where endemic forests are the natural habitat of protected fauna and flora species. The final stops will be Chamarel Cascade and the Coloured Earth, before starting on the way back.

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Menu - Varangue Sur Morne

Choose between :

1. Tropical Fish Cocktail
2. Chouchou au gratin flavoured with local herbs and cheese
3. Sea food soup with garlic crouton
4. Raw vegetable platter with tropical vinaigrettes sauce

Main Course
Grilled marinated chicken served with French fries & vegetables.
Or
Fish filet braised in a Creole sauce served with rice & seasonal vegetables
Or
Grilled marinated fish served with French fries and vegetables.
Or
Beef marinated in red wine served with rice and garden vegetables

Dessert
Coconut Ice cream with stewed fruits
Or
Coconut Mousse served with Mango Coulis.

Tea Route (Full day with lunch)

(Les Aubineaux, Bois Cheri Tea Factory, Saint Aubin, Gris-Gris)

This excursion will allow you to discover the history and the importance of tea in Mauritian life. Visit of the impressive and splendid colonial mansion of Les Aubineaux, the home of a tea-estate owner. After a drive along tea-plantations watch the tea making process at the factory of Bois Cheri and sample the different flavours of tea at the Chalet. Lunch at St Aubin, in an elegant and colonial environment will be a pleasurable moment. Have a glimpse at the anthurium greenhouse, the Vanilla House and the Rum-House. The last attractions of the tour are the breathtaking sights of Gris-Gris and La Roche qui Pleure. Literally: The Mourning Rock.

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Menu - Welcome cocktail and snacks

Palm heart Salad and Smoked Marlin
Chicken in Creole Style - Saffron Rice - Chutneys
Or
Chicken in vanilla - Rice - Chutneys
Coconut Mousse or Fruit Sorbet
Tea / coffee

Sea Excursions

Catamaran cruise (Full day with lunch & drinks)

Blue Escape (North coast)

A marvelous experience, when leaving the main lagoon surrounding the island, to meet the turquoise and crystal clear waters of Ile Plate and Ilot Gabriel which are about 14 km away in the North of Grand Bay village. Leave the hotel for the Sunset Boulevard in the village of Grand Bay. Boarding the catamaran and briefing with the skipper before starting the cruise. Leave the Jetty for a 2-hour sail towards the Northern islands, passing near the "Gunner's coin" which is the sanctuary of marine birds. Reaching the islands, you will have the possibility to snorkel, with equipment available free of charge. Non swimmers will be transferred on the beach of the island by boat. In the meantime, the skippers prepare the BBQ lunch.

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Menu :

Barbecue chicken, fish and sausage, buffet salad.

Blue Safari Submarine (Half Day) (North West Coast)

If you have ever dreamt of travelling under the Sea, here is a marvellous opportunity. With less than 10 similar possibilities throughout the World, this wonderful adventure is worth being experimented. During one hour, comfortably seated in an air-conditioned cabin under atmospheric pressure, discover the magnificence of the undersea world, 30 metre deep: colourful corals, glittering fish and the forever rested "Star Hope wreck". Safety certificates are issued yearly to the submarines by international safety control organisation such as Bureau Veritas. Permanent contact is maintained with the surface boat through the use of ultrasonic phones. Air, water and food available for 3 days.

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Subscooter (Half day) (North West Coast)

What a wonderful experience to cruise underwater by 3 meters depth on board of it's own twin submarine, and thus in full safety ! This unique submarine in the world, called "Sub Scooter" reminds us of either a James Bond movie or the famous cartoon of Tintin and Milou. The riders sit one behind the other as on a scooter, with their head covered by a transparent dome providing a panoramic view of the reef and all the important air to breathe naturally, without the need of a regulator in the mouth. Riders can therefore express their instant delight to each other underwater. A dive will take about 30 minutes, led and supervised by two qualified dive guide. Available for anyone over 12 year's old, even non swimmers, but in good physical condition.

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Dolphin Encounter (Half day) (West Coast)

This outing is done along the west coast, from the Bay of Tamarind to the cliffs of Médine, the only areas where dolphins can be seen. It is a unique moment and an awakening of the senses. For half an hour or more, on board a special dinghy, go for a meeting with these fascinating mammals. You will have the possibility to be in close contact with these magnificent marine creatures.

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Robinson Crusoe (Full day with lunch & drinks) (South Coast)

A private islet, "l'Ile des deux Cocos" is three minutes away in the sapphire lagoon of Blue Bay. A historic villa overlooks a sparkling white beach and translucent waters in the south east of Mauritius. After a guided visit , scuba dive or sail in a glass bottom boat to discover the most beautiful marine park of our lagoons. Back on the islet, a buffet lunch will be served in the garden. Afternoon at leisure before setting sail back to the main land.

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Menu

Starter
Potato salad with beetroot and onion
Pineapple and cabbage salad with coriander
Tomato salad with lentil and chopped parsley
Taboulé with mint and vegetable brunoise
Lemon juice and olive oil
Rice salad with Tuna, cruduties, tomato salad
SAUCES
French dressing, tartar sauce, cocktail sauce
EXTRAS
Black olives, green olives, onion cocktails
Mini gerkins, capers, lemons
Black pepper sauce of Madagascar
Creole sauce, tomato and onion
Garlic butter
Thyme sauce
BBQ sauce with vinegar
Main courses
Marinated marlin with Mauritian spices
Shrimps skewers with garlic and marrows
Marinated rack lamb with province herbs
Marinated chicken with curry and BBQ sauce
Grilled fresh water prawns with garlic butter
Baked potato and garnishes
Creole rice and various spices
Garden vegetables with fresh butter
Desserts
Fruits salad with mint, fresh seasonal fruits, milky rice, flambé Banana with rhum panckes.
Coffee, Tea or citronella

A Miniature Eden – Ile aux Cerfs (Full day with lunch) (East Coast)

Leave behind the stress and enjoy the Sun, Sand and Sea on the East Coast. Ile aux Cerfs is a small paradise island surrounded by fine white sandy beaches. It is one of the most valued spot in Mauritius. Once at the jetty, a fishing boat will take you across to the island in 10 to 15 minutes. Make the most of this leisurely day either sunbathing or enjoying the turquoise lagoon or the numerous water sports which can be bought directly on the island. (Big banana, wind surfing, water-ski, pedal boats, glass bottom boats, parasailing...)

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Undersea walk (Half day) (North coast)

In Mauritius, anything can happen, even walking under the sea! With the unique Aqua+ Scuba equipment, undersea walking is accessible to everyone. It is accessible to adults, children (as from 7), swimmers or non-swimmers. The very special Aqua+ equipment is a clear plastic bubble allowing a unique panoramic vision and this outing offers direct contact with the undersea flora and fauna. During this undersea walk, which is done in groups of 6 in calm and shallow water, you will have the opportunity of feeding the fish, a memorable experience!

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Ecotourism & Sports Activites

Adventure Park (Half day) (South West coast)

The Adventure Park occupies no less than 12 hectares in Chamarel. Visitors can choose between the very accessible botanical discovery itinerary, overhead trail along shady footbridges, or the ‘Adventure' course with technical obstacles. Either way a great day out is guaranteed!

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Casela & Yemen (Half day) (West coast)

Ninety aviaries hosting around 1500 birds, a variety of mammals and a pet farm beautifully set amongst tropical flora: this is the enchantment of Casela. Enjoy a glance of Africa in the middle of the savannah at the reserve of Yemen mainly constituted of deer, zebras and different species of African antelopes introduced recently.

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Cerfs Volants - South - (Full day - lunch included) (South)

Discover « La Rivière des Galets », using a course of 11 speed Zip-lines, thrill and excitement to be expected... breathtaking sights along with sugar cane fields, lush forest, banana plantation and waterfalls.

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Menu

Only on Booking : Chicken curry, beans or lentils, vegetables, steamed rice, farathas and tomato chutney

Dessert: Banane flambee or other.

Conditions

• All land excursions are guided ones (either by a driver-guide or a guide).
• Cancellation conditions:
  
  
  • Any excursion cancelled by guests during their stay in Mauritius will NOT be refunded. Any excursion cancelled 48 hours prior to date of excursion (when guests have not landed in Mauritius) will bear 100% cancellation fee.
  • In case of a tour cancelled due to bad weather conditions that cannot be rescheduled before guests departure, Solis will refund the Tour Operator and guests will be asked to contact their respective agencies for refund. Solis will keep the Tour Operator informed of such issues in shortest delay.
  • In case of any refund, Solis will charge local administration and processing fees, applicable in relation to tours cancellation. Fees amount to ...........
• Any "special" requests concerning meal should be communicated to us at time of booking.
• Upon booking of excursion, specific dates will be communicated to reservations department (either according to guests requests or proposed by our Solis reservations department). Any amendment of pre-established dates during the guest's stay will depend on availability and will need endorsement from the Solis hotel representative.
• All rates quoted above are based on a minimum of 2 persons