A luxury holiday in Mauritius presents an incredible array of experiences that will delight the whole family, whether they are beach enthusiasts or not.

Symbolised by the extinct flightless Dodo, Mauritius is still home to a wide array of rare flora and fauna. The elusive Rusa deer was introduced to the island by Dutch colonists during the 18th century and can still be spotted on night time safaris through the Domaine De L’Etoile. And the island offers families a rare chance to glimpse the critically endangered Madagascar fish-eagle and hawksbill turtle. 

A visit to Mauritius would not be complete without a visit to one of its many stunning beaches. Le Morne Beach is great for families with little ones, with an unbroken coral reef creating calm shallow waters and tall filao pine trees shading the beach, while Tamarin Beach offers early morning sightings of dolphins and great windsurfing. 

Mauritius has a rich history of colonialism, slavery and piracy, and offers a treasure trove of cultural sites for families to explore. Start at Aapravasi Ghat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that tells the story of the island’s indentured labourers, before visiting Ganga Talao, a stunning sacred lake revered by Hindus. The charming Château de Labourdonnais offers a glimpse into French colonial life, while a hike at Le Morne reveals fugitive slave hideouts. 

Mauritius is renowned for its opulent five-star resorts, often set on their own private peninsulas and catering for romantic honeymoons. 

In recent years, however, Mauritius has become an increasingly popular family holiday destination and consequently many family-friendly resorts have sprung up all over the island. 

From large and often surprisingly affordable resorts that offer incredible kids clubs and stylish adults-only areas, to small boutique offerings which provide a more intimate family holiday, there is a resort for all tastes. 

The best way to start planning your own Mauritius family holiday, is to get in touch with us, the experts.

We’ll start with a free consultation, via phone, video call or email/chat. We’ll get to know you and what your hopes and dreams are for this special trip.

From there, we’ll produce your own personalised itinerary and refine it with you to ensure it’s perfect.

We’ll then be with you each step of the way to plan every detail and answer every question, ahead of your dream holiday. As a small, family-run business, we offer a standard of service and care unmatched in the industry.

When you’re ready to start planning your own unique family holiday, we’re ready to help.

One of the world’s most dispersed countries, the Maldives boasts a diverse range of atolls to visit. You can choose to base yourself on a private island for the entirety of your stay or combine a number of different atolls for a true taste of the Maldives’ otherworldly marine environment. 

Families looking for ease can base their adventure in Malé Atoll, home to the bustling capital Malé and the gateway to luxury resorts and vibrant marine life. Discover North Malé Atoll’s renowned diving spots with colourful coral reefs and abundant marine life. For tranquillity, visit South Malé Atoll, offering serene resorts and excellent snorkelling.

The Baa and Raa atolls both offer unparalleled and more secluded marine environments perfect for diving and snorkel enthusiasts. Swim with manta rays and whale sharks in Hanifaru Bay or visit the underwater caverns and overhangs of the Raa atoll’s thilas. Open to divers later in the year than the more central atolls means they are a good choice for out of season travellers. 

Finally, if you are a couple looking for a tranquil and romantic escape, look no further than the South Maldives. The region offers a more secluded experience compared to the northern atolls, with pristine coral reefs, clear turquoise waters, and abundant wildlife. 

The Maldives is one of the world’s best destinations for a water-based luxury family holiday. 

A quintessential Maldives holiday must include a diving or snorkel trip to experience the pristine in-house reefs and the nearly 2000 species of fish they are home to. However, many resorts also offer sunset boat trips tracking dolphins or cultural trips to local islands. 

You do not even have to leave the comfort of your resort to enjoy a plethora of activities. Families can enjoy picnics or barbecues on remote sandbanks before unwinding in front of a spectacular beachside cinema in the evening. 

Renowned as a honeymoon destination, an increasing number of resorts and private islands are now launching multiroom villa complexes and kids’ clubs to cater for luxury family holidays. 

The exceptional marine encounters of the Maldives and incredible watersports on offer are perfect for families of all ages. And resorts are catering more of these activities to little ones, with resorts like the Four Seasons Kuda Huraa offering snorkelling with a Marine Biologist, cooking classes and kite-making. 

The all-inclusive nature of the resorts also ensures that the whole family are catered for. With a diverse range of dining options that will be sure to please the taste buds of both adventurous parents and fussy children. 

The impeccable service, plentiful amenities and huge array of activities on offer in the Maldives makes it an undeniably family-friendly yet luxury destination.