Honeymoon in Balaclava, Mauritius - 7 Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Casela Nature Park
    9 minutes (3.5 km) from Balaclava

    Get up close with tigers, lions and giraffes on a safari tour and take part in adventurous activities such as zip-lining and canyoning in this 14-hectare nature park.

  2. Day 2: Blue Bay Marine Park
    1 hour 20 minutes (54 km) from Balaclava

    Unwind on the soft sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters of the protected marine park, home to a wide variety of marine life. Take a glass bottom boat tour or go snorkelling.

  3. Day 3: Port Louis
    30 minutes (18 km) from Balaclava

    Explore the bustling capital city of Mauritius, known for its colourful markets, colonial architecture and charming waterfront. Visit the Aapravasi Ghat UNESCO World Heritage Site and the Blue Penny Museum.

  4. Day 4: Pamplemousses Botanical Garden
    40 minutes (22 km) from Balaclava

    Stroll through the 60-acre gardens featuring an impressive collection of indigenous and exotic plants, including giant water lilies and towering palm trees. Don't miss the famous Talipot Palm, which blooms only once every 60 years.

  5. Day 5: Ile aux Cerfs
    1 hour 20 minutes (54 km) from Balaclava

    Take a boat to the picturesque island of Ile aux Cerfs, known for its pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters. Relax, sunbathe, and go snorkelling or parasailing.

  6. Day 6: Trou aux Cerfs
    50 minutes (29 km) from Balaclava

    Take a scenic drive to the dormant volcano of Trou aux Cerfs, which offers panoramic views from the crater rim. Visit the nearby town of Curepipe for its colonial architecture and local market.

  7. Day 7: Mont Choisy Beach
    1 hour 10 minutes (38 km) from Balaclava

    Enjoy the soft white sand and turquoise waters of one of the most beautiful beaches in Mauritius. Take a swim, go snorkelling or simply relax and soak up the sun before heading back home.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Casela Nature Park (3-4 hours, 25 USD)
  • Blue Bay Marine Park (4-5 hours, 10 USD for glass bottom boat tour)
  • Port Louis (4-5 hours, 5 USD for museum entrance)
  • Pamplemousses Botanical Garden (2-3 hours, 10 USD)
  • Ile aux Cerfs (full day, 30 USD for boat transfer and parasailing)
  • Trou aux Cerfs and Curepipe (3-4 hours, free)
  • Mont Choisy Beach (4-5 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): 80 USD
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