Sports and leisure activities West Coast

Behind the hotels in Wolmar, more than 5,000 deer and wild boar roam the 700-hectare estate. From June to September, hunting takes place here. The rest of the time, people ride fat bikes: bicycles with oversized tires specifically configured for difficult terrain. This is an opportunity, under the guidance of the guide, to see animals, discover the world of the charcoal makers and the history of the hunted. The ride ends in the shade of a hundred-year-old banyan tree.

Open to all and not necessarily to specialists, spinning fishing is considered even more sporting and physical than big game fishing. It is not practiced offshore, but directly from a small boat anchored to the reef or even standing in the water, balancing on the reef. Wearing large boots, the participants (never more than two at a time) fish with a cast or a fly directly in the drop-off that follows the lagoon. The catches are obviously less imposing than in the open sea (we mainly target jacks weighing from 2 to 40 kg), but they must be mastered and reeled in directly, without any harnessing or assistance.. The fisherman has to fight against the currents, the force of the waves crashing on the coral reef, the weight of the beast fighting for its life... The sea spray slams into your face, the rocks give way under your steps, the sea wraps around your waders, and sometimes even a shark attacks the catch you are trying to hook. In short, it's great sport and certainly a true condensed sensation!

As far as logistics are concerned, Dominique provides a service tailored to the client's expectations and takes care of everything: choosing the site according to the day's tide, the moon, the swell, etc., picking up the fishermen directly from their hotel, providing equipment, accessories, boots, drinks and snacks... All you have to bring is sun cream, Polaroid lenses, a change of clothes and towels.

This small multi-leisure centre allows you to make the most of the natural heritage of this part of Mauritius: by mountain bike for a free ride along the coast or to explore the National Park with a guide; by kayak or stand up paddle to go up the estuary of the Tamarin River (mangroves) or to approach the dolphins in the early morning; by motorboat at dawn to swim with the dolphins or by day to extend the outing by snorkeling on the reef and a BBQ lunch on the Ile aux Bénitiers. Also free kayak, paddle and mountain bike rental.

On superb recent or new Nautitech catamarans, this company offers cruises of several nights to the four corners of Mauritius with crew (skipper, and preferably also cook for a real vacation) and activities. In short, turnkey cruises, at a rate no higher than that of a stay in a hotel of good standing, with the added exclusivity of : a lagoon as far as the eye can see for oneself in the morning and at the end of the day when the other boats are at the quay; the possibility of seeing dolphins outside the hours when the other boats are chasing them; the possibility of discovering the numerous and famous islets surrounding Mauritius when they have been emptied of their vacationers; the happiness of being often alone to anchor in dreamy bays and coves etc.

In addition to the pleasure of sailing, each stay is based on scuba diving and/or shore excursions. The entire boat can be privatized or, to benefit from more advantageous rates, you can travel by cabin - with people you don't know at first but who share the same vacation philosophy. Several packages are offered on the website, such as the Discovery Cruise: a one-week tour of the island with 2 scuba dives per day supervised by an instructor + guided excursions to discover the main sights and beauties of the island.

Sea Spirit, and this is very rare, also offers expeditions in the wild and preserved archipelago of Saint-Brandon for an ultimate experience!

Specialized in the sale and management of boats, this highly qualified company organizes private cruises tailored to the 4 corners of the island: by the day, by the weekend, by the week, by sailboat or catamaran. Everything is possible: from single charter to a complete stay, meals included, with crew and activities à la carte.

Exclusive and high-end: superb half or full days for 2 to 10 people on a luxury yacht, a superb Gran Tursimo 40 to sail in style on the magnificent West lagoon or to the Northern islands.

This is a short but steep hike for good walkers only. Remember to take water! In places, ropes help you up and down. At the start, walk along the left-hand side of the reservoir for about 20 meters, past a low wall and then a wire fence. Once you've passed the fence, walk along it until you come to a sign indicating the "z path". Follow this path to the top, where the 360° panorama of the lagoon and mountains is well worth the effort! Return down the same path.

Created by Anne and Elodie, two adventurous and sporty friends, this local company with well thought-out services offers outings and experiences that are respectful of the environment and off the beaten path: Moris out of the Box. From yoga sessions on the beach or Pilates in the forest to trail immersions, through multi-activity days with the family or cultural discoveries, the offer is vast and adapted to all types of expectations, whether you are looking for an emotional thrill, a challenge or just a good time with friends in an atypical place.

On the program: moderate level canyoning, a superb guided hike to the 7 waterfalls, walks in the south, climbing of several "summits" (from the moderate Le Morne to the very technical Pieter Both with climbing on the last section), via Ferrata on the pan of Mamzelle Zabeth in the west, paddle boarding at sunset on the Tamarin River, dugout canoeing in the Mahébourg lagoon in the south-east, swimming with horses at La Preneuse, etc. In short, a lot of what the island has to offer in terms of relaxing and/or sporting activities

In the best of: kayak trips as early as 6am in the morning in the Tamarin lagoon to see the sun rise over the ocean and hope to meet the dolphins in a gentle way, far from the noisy ballet of boats of all kinds. A 2h30 trip with a walk on the Tamarin River and a Mauritian breakfast served directly in the kayak!

In line with its program to protect animals and ecosystems, Casela Nature Parks is offering a number of new eco-friendly activities, including this Eco Rider Safari. Guided tours of Casela's superb African-style reserve are carried out on totally silent electric vehicles, halfway between a segway and a quad bike. Intuitive to use, these machines offer total immersion in this beautiful part of Mauritius, where zebras, giraffes, rhinoceroses and other animals have found an ideal habitat in which to flourish.