Cap Malheureux
is stunning seaside vistas
Welcome to Cap Malheureux
The northern edge of Mauritius has stunning views out to the islands off the coast, most obviously the dramatic headland of Coin de Mire. Although it feels like rather a backwater today, Cap Malheureux (Cape Misfortune, named for the number of ships that foundered on its rocks) is a place of great historical importance for Mauritius: it was here that the British invasion force finally defeated the French in 1810 and took over the island. A little past the cape lies the minuscule, picturesque fishing village also known as Cap Malheureux.
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5-Day Sailing Cruise on West Coast of Mauritius
DAY 1: Arrival in Mauritius and welcome on your catamaran in the small bay of Cap Malheureux, located at the very north of the island. Boarding at 12h00 (noon), for a briefing on safety and the program of the cruise. After lunch, your catamaran will head on the very north of the island and will stop at Cap Malheureux bay for the night, with the famous red-roofed church as a sentinel.DAY 2: This morning you will have the opportunity to visit the Domaine de Labourdonnais Sugar Estate with its castle and its beautiful gardens, old orchards and rum factory (in the excursions package). On your way back you will be amazed by your visit of a world-renowned factory of model boats. After lunch on board, you will start sailing to L’Ile Plate and Ilot Gabriel. Depending on the meteorological conditions you will stop for snorkelling in the bay of Palissades or in the west coast of L’Ile Plate. Your catamaran will then moor in the lagoon of Ilot Gabriel. You will spend the afternoon as a Robinson Crusoe, discovering the beauty, the seclusion and the quietness of this mooring located in the middle of blue lagoon, between L’Ile Plate and Ilot Gabriel. DAY 3: After an early swim and a beautiful morning in these secluded islands, we will sail ssouth-westto the bay of Rivière Noire. Quiet night on the anchor in this fine fishermen village now converted into a favoured touristic location. A nice bay, protected from the winds by a majestic mountain range will be your scenery for the night.DAY 4: After a hearty breakfast, during the optional excursion you will visit the village of Chamarel where you will discover the magic of the coloured earths and the fantastic view on the lagoon. You will then visit a rum distillery and enjoy a delicious typical lunch. Then your catamaran will sail in this southern part of the island so that you can explore snorkelling and swimming spots. Depending on the sea, you will either disembark on the mythical beach of Tamarin or discover the mouth of Rempart river with a sea kayak.After this active day you will spend a quiet night at La Balise Marina, ready to pack your souvenirs and the wonderful memories of this cruise.DAY 5: Disembarkation after breakfast at 8h00 am.
8 Days_7 Nights_All Inclusive Culinary Discovery Guided Gourmet Tour
8 Days/7 Nights_All Inclusive Culinary Discovery Guided Gourmet Tour, is your one and only holiday in Mauritius, where everything is taken care off. Not 1 single cent more to pay during this holiday. DAY 1Pick-up at the airport. At "Pallagino" Chef Sandy welcomes you with a refreshing cocktail. Settle into your room or walk three minutes to the golden sand beach, dip into crystal blue water. This evening, Chef Sandy cooks, you enjoy cocktail, diner & drinks.DAY 2After breakfast, guided by Chef Sandy visit Port-Louis market. Discover and buy fresh local produce, herbs & spices. Taste street food, Dholl puri, samosas, chili cakes, gato arouilles, and our famous Alouda, a milk shake with Mauritian twist, Lunch at Caudan waterfront. Later you will cook a wonderful fish dish and freshly purchased vegetables. then enjoy cocktail, dinner and drinks.DAY 3After breakfast, visit "Pamplemouse" botanical gardens. Enjoy traditional lunch. Discover "La Cuvette" "Pereybere", "Bain Boeuf", beaches. At Cap Malheureux, see the famous chapel with red roof. Tonight you cook a 6 course diner. Enjoy cocktail, diner & drinks. DAY 4After breakfast, drive to Trou D’Eau Douce. A speed boat take us to "Ile aux Cerfs". Feast on seafood & langouste BBQ. Visit GRSW waterfalls. Tonight, Chef cooks, you just enjoy.DAY 5Breakfast then free time. Lunch is served by the patio. Later, you cook 7 dishes. DAY 6 "Dolphin Safari“ swim with dolphins. BBQ lunch at “Benitier” Island, dip in open sea aquarium at Crystal Rock. Later, learn to cook 5 dishes in 30 minutes. DAY 7 The South - Visit a ship model factory, see artisans create masterpieces. Visit a diamond factory. “Trou aux cerfs” volcano."Ganga Talao" & the largest statue of Shiva outside India. Place of worship for Hindus. visited by 300,000 people each year during “Maha Shivratri” festival. "Plaine Champagne" "Black River Gorges" “7 Colors earth” absolutely fabulous! "Chamarel waterfalls". Lunch to taste products of Chamarel.Chef cooks, you enjoy!. Awards & photo souvenirs, and taste homemade liqueur. .DAY 8 - Enjoy lunch at the villa. Time to depart.