Mauritius Events
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-20.2833 57.55 | 1 During Maha Shivaratri thousands of Hindus, dressed in white and carrying flower-adorned arches, embark on a pilgrimage to the Grand Bassin volcanic lake. Once there they collect holy water… | |
-20.2833 57.55 | 2 Mauritius' Chinese community celebrates New Year by hanging vibrant red lanterns and decorations in houses and streets. Families unite to watch glittering fireworks and lively dragon dances.… | |
-20.246011 57.420558 | 3 Music fans fill the Germain Comarmond Stadium in Bambous for the annual Backyard Festival, a 12-hour feast of live rock. The line-up features mostly Mauritian bands and some international… | |
-20.2833 57.55 | 4 Hindu communities across Mauritius celebrate good harvests and the Earth's fertility during Holi, the Festival of Colour. The streets are filled with loud processions, singing and dancing, and… | |
-20.352432 57.36494 | 5 At the Marlin World Cup, accomplished anglers trawl the west coast waters of Mauritius in search of hefty billfish and shark. Their base, Le Morne Angler's Club in Black River, also hosts… | |
-20.2833 57.55 | 6 Mauritius' National Day is a double cause for celebration, honouring both when the island gained independence in 1968 and became a Republic in 1992. Locals commemorate with a flag-raising… | |
-20.169169 57.510251 | 7 Mauritius' annual horseracing season kicks off with the classic Duchess of York Cup. Thousands cheer on newly imported horses as they gallop furiously around the Champ de Mars Racecourse in… | |
-20.2833 57.55 | 8 Dedicated runners take on the 80km or 35km Royal Raid challenge around tropical Mauritius. The longer route, lasting a gruelling 22 hours, starts at the savannah-like Yemen Nature Reserve and… |  |
-20.2833 57.55 | 9 Masterchefs from across the world cook treats up at some of the 5* and 4* Naïade Resorts on Mauritius. Visitors can sample perfectly crafted food at elegant tasting dinners, and hear the gurus… |  |
-20.2833 57.55 | 10 Mauritius probably wins the prize for most idyllic marathon location. Athletic competitors start their 26-mile challenge at Tamarin and follow the sunny coastal path to finish on Saint Felix… | |
-20.169169 57.510251 | 11 Mauritius' annual horseracing season continues with the classic Barbé Cup. Crowds cheer on the horses as they gallop around the Champ de Mars Racecourse in Port Louis, one of the oldest tracks… | |
-20.2833 57.55 | 12 During Kiteival, neon power-kites tow surfers through the turquoise lagoons of Mauritius. Different competitions take place along the eastern and southern coasts of the island, including… |  |
-20.2833 57.55 | 13 Hindus of Mauritius honour the birthday of Ganesh, the son of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva. On the day of Ganesh Chaturthi, a public holiday in Mauritius, islanders bathe statuettes of the… | |
-20.149483 57.526385 | 14 Every September, devotees flock to Sainte Croix to see the shrine of holy missionary Pere Laval. Known as the "Saint of Mauritius", he spent his life fighting against slavery. It's believed… | |
-20.2833 57.55 | 15 Miss Mauritius National Pageant Preened Mauritian beauties enter the National Pageant, hoping to claim the crown and represent Mauritius at Miss World. After performing in Talent, Elegance and Swimming Shows, held at bars… | |
-20.2833 57.55 | 16 Feast day Eid-ul-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan. The Muslim community of Mauritius celebrates with prayers at mosques across the island. They also share food and sweets with family members… | |
-20.2833 57.55 | 17 Hindus all over Mauritius celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights. At sunset, locals light the rows of candles and lamps that line their balconies and walls. The twinkling spectacle is… | |
-20.366836 57.698135 | 18 Those with a thirst for adventure should dive headfirst into the verdant Ferney Valley of east Mauritius for this 28km or 10km race. Athletes jog or trek the Ferney Trail, which passes rare… |  |
-20.406981 57.70042 | 19 During La Regatta, the coral island-dotted lagoon of Mahébourg fills with traditional Mauritian pirogues (wooden fishing boats with colourful sails). Crews of five to seven people compete for… |  |
-20.2833 57.55 | 20 Parks, beaches and other Mauritian venues host Festival International Kréol, a vibrant celebration of creole culture. Hear the creole lilt at poetry readings, watch colourful skirts twirl at… |  |
-20.199057 57.776069 | 21 The Mauritius Golf Open attracts players from across the world to compete on the coastal Legend and Links courses of the Constance Belle Mare Plage Resort. The programme also includes a Ladies… |  |
-20.2833 57.55 | 22 Hop aboard a banana-yellow kayak to explore the turquoise lagoons and marine wildlife of Mauritius. The solo and two-person kayaks depart from Deux Cocos Island on the southeast coast and… | |
-20.2833 57.55 | 23 Thai Pongal / Sankranti or Mahasankranti To celebrate the end of the harvest season in Mauritius, happy painted cows are served delicious rice pudding in a festival of cleansing, purification and thanksgiving that marks the beginning… |  |
-20.2833 57.55 | 24 Tamil worshippers throughout Mauritius demonstrate their unwavering devotion to Lord Subramaniam at Thaipoosam Cavadee festival, an impressive display of organised religious fervour. The… |  |
-20.2833 57.55 | 25 Tamil devotees bare their soles to prove the strength of their faith in this devotional firewalking ceremony, which can be witnessed throughout the year in various parts of the island. | |
-20.224217 57.501025 | 26 An elegant Créole residence originally owned by British and French aristocrats in the 19th century, the Eureka Mansion and its grounds provide an intriguing glimpse into colonial life. The… |  |
-20.2833 57.55 | 27 Ringed by pristine white sand, the tiny Ile aux Cerfs off the east coast of Mauritius is a favourite destination for watersports enthusiasts. The clear water teems with brightly coloured… |  |
-20.109497 57.581589 | 28 Pamplemousses Botanical Garden Founded in the 18th century, the beautiful Pamplemousses Botanical Garden houses an incredible variety of tropical plants, many of them indigenous. Wander through groves of palm trees and… |  |
-20.2833 57.55 | 29 In the south of the island, Black River Gorges is the largest nature reserve in Mauritius, and a superb hiking spot. Walking trails of various lengths take visitors through dense forest and… |  |
-20.2833 57.55 | 30 Nestling in an extinct volcanic crater, Grand Bassin lake is considered sacred by Mauritian Hindus, who make an annual pilgrimage there for the Maha Shivaratri Festival (usually in… |  |
-20.165279 57.49638 | 31 The Central Market in Mauritian capital, Port Louis, is a boisterous, vibrant spot. Stalls are piled high with tropical fruit, vegetables and mountains of spices. Jostle with locals as you… |  |
