Pointe aux Piments Hotels

The Pointe aux Piments Rundown

Numerous luxury hotels, white sandy beaches, and clear blue seas make up the tropical paradise Pointe aux Piments. This village is found on the coastal shores of Mauritius, an island located off the southeastern coast of Africa. The long beach of Pointe aux Piments impressively reaches from Baie aux Tortues (also commonly known as Turtle Bay) to Trou aux Biches, but is very narrow in some places. However, a focal point for many visitors is the stunning coral reef. Tourists can snorkel and dive along the natural formations and examine the exotic marine life. ... Read more »

The Baie aux Tortues is known as the first national marine park, and visitors should not miss a chance to explore this area with family and friends. Tourists can discover many attractions in Pointe aux Piments, such as the Tamarind Waterfalls, Moka Mountains and Black River Gorges. After working up an appetite hiking and sightseeing, visitors can refuel in the village,where delicious foods and pampering hotels can be found around every turn. Whether it’s safari jeep trips, deep-sea fishing or guided tours, visitors have numerous ways to discover the beauty of Pointe aux Pimentsand the surrounding areas while vacationing on this island getaway.

When To Go

Pointe aux Piments has two seasons, summer and winter, but has a warm climate all year long. Summers run from November to April and are hot and humid, while winters run from May to October and are cool and dry. Mauritius doesn’t get much rain, however, it is not guaranteed that a holiday to Pointe aux Piments will be rain-free. Rainfall generally takes place during the summer months and can be quite refreshing.

· November through April: Daily high 35°C (95°F)

· May through October: Daily high 28°C (82°F)

Getting There

By air, the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Airport, also known as Plaisance Airport, is located on the southwestern part of Mauritius. Passengers can make accommodations at the airport to reach their hotels and resorts in Pointe aux Piments.

Sailing to the island of Mauritus is a popular way to travel. There are also chartered yachts available for those coming in from the coast of Africa. If visitors choose to come to the island this way, they should check with the local port authority for information and coordinates.

Tourists will also see that there is a good network of bus routes on the island. Traveling by bus is cheap and a great way to see the island. If concerned with travel time, look for express buses when possible. These buses do not stop often, so visitors reach their destinations faster.

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