Package
Includes:
- Return flights to Mauritius ex Johannesburg
- Return airport transfers
- 7 nights accommodation in a Colonial Garden View room at the 5-star + The Residence Mauritius
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- Evening Entertainment
- All land and non motorised water sports
Travel dates and rates:
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Air Mauritius Travel Smart Benefits:
Business Class lounge access
Up to 2 children U12 flying with their parents – FREE. Only paying for transfers, taxes, levies and surcharges
Additional 3kg per person of baggage
Discount off the brides airfare when travelling on honeymoon
Valid for travel:
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Honeymoon Rates:
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Added Value:
Honeymoon discount, Cat Cruise with lunch and gifts.
Early Bird Discounts apply – discount is already included in the price.
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Terms and conditions:
- All pricing is per person sharing unless otherwise stated
- Blackout dates and seasonal surcharges may apply depending on the date of travel
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Hotel Info
For a touch of colonial splendour let us take you to The Residence Mauritius. The Residence gently nestles between traditionally styled tropical gardens and a kilometre-long stretch of powdery white sand and serene turquoise waters. Drawing its inspiration for design, decor and architecture from turn-of-the-century plantation houses, The Residence Mauritius is reminiscent of the Mauritian palatial manors of yesteryear. Whether reclining on the beach, walking the gardens or relaxing in your suite, enjoy refined detail that is a tribute to the deliciously nostalgic elegance of a sophisticated colonial lifestyle.
Location:
East Mauritius; Belle Mare.
Distances:
Airport: 45 mins.
Port Louis: 50 mins.
Currency:
Mauritian Rupee.
Accommodation:
Offering 135 rooms, from 54 to 58 m2 and 28 suites, from 86 to 164 m2 decorated with an inspired blend of sobriety and elegance. The sun’s dance on the shutters sifts into the interior creating a melody of light and dark, its mottled shadows wavering over a muted colour-scheme of white and delicate shades of beige, picking out harmonies of honey-coloured woods and wrought iron, highlighting nuances in the sandy tiles. In the bathrooms marble and wood are elegantly combined. The final touch to perfect the refined atmosphere in the evening is the few drops of Ylang Ylang that are delicately placed on ceramic rings warmed by the bedside lamps.
Colonial Garden View Room
The Colonial Garden View Rooms (54 m²) have beautiful views over the luxurious tropical gardens with a king size or twin beds, air-conditioning, overhead fan, desk, living area, LCD TV Satellite TV with 5 in-house movie channels and 5 music channels, Internet access, a fully stocked personal mini bar, tea and coffee facilities and a direct dial telephone with voice mail system. The large marble bathroom is equipped with a separate bathtub and shower cabin, a hairdryer, sound system and a walk-in wardrobe with an electronic safe.
Colonial Ocean View Room
Our Colonial Ocean View Rooms (56 m²) allow a partial view of the sea over the exotic gardens with a king size or twin beds, air-conditioning, overhead fan, desk, living area, LCD TV Satellite TV with 5 in-house movie channels and 5 music channels, Internet access, a fully stocked personal mini bar, tea and coffee facilities and a direct dial telephone with voice mail system. The large marble bathroom is equipped with a separate bathtub and shower cabin, a hairdryer, sound system and a walk-in wardrobe with an electronic safe.
Colonial Ocean Front Room
Our Colonial Ocean Front Rooms (58 m²) are directly facing the ocean, offering a magnificent view with a king size or twin beds, air-conditioning, overhead fan, desk, living area, LCD TV Satellite TV with 5 in-house movie channels and 5 music channels, Internet access, a fully stocked personal mini bar, tea and coffee facilities and a direct dial telephone with voice mail system. The large marble bathroom is equipped with a separate bathtub and shower cabin, a hairdryer, sound system and a walk-in wardrobe with an electronic saf
Colonial Garden View Junior Suites
The Colonial Garden View Junior Suites (86 m2) are a one bedroom suite, fully air-conditioned with overhead fan, king size bed or twin beds, a spacious bathroom with a separate bathtub and shower cabin, coiffeuse, hairdryer, electronic safe. The living area offers tea and coffee facilities, mini bar, LCD TV with 5 in-house movie channels, DVD and CD player and direct dial telephone with voice mail system. The terrace is equipped with wooden table and chairs. A computer with free internet access is available on request. These suites interconnect with either Garden View or Ocean View Rooms.
Colonial Garden View Senior Suites
The Colonial Garden View Senior Suites (106 m2) are fully air-conditioned, with overhead fan, king size bed or twin beds, a spacious bathroom with a separate bathtub and shower cabin, coiffeuse, hairdryer, electronic safe. The living room offers tea and coffee facilities, mini bar, LCD TV with 5 in-house movie channels (one in the bedroom and one in the living room), DVD and CD player and direct dial telephone with voice mail system. A computer with free internet access is available on request. The terrace is equipped with elegant wooden chairs, table and sun beds.
Colonial Ocean View Suites
The 2 Colonial Ocean View Suites (164 m2) are fully air-conditioned, with overhead fans, four poster bed, and spacious bathroom with a separate bathtub and shower cabin, coiffeuse, hairdryer, vast wardrobe and electronic safe. The vast living room has a computer with free internet access, tea and coffee facilities, mini bar, LCD TV with 5 in-house movie channels (one in the bedroom and one in the living room), DVD and CD player and direct dial telephone with voice mail system. Large ocean view terrace is furnished with elegant wooden chairs, table and sun beds. These suites inter – connect with Ocean View Rooms.
Colonial Ocean Front Suites
Each Colonial Ocean Front Suites (116 m2) is fully air-conditioned with an overhead fan, four poster bed and spacious bathroom with a separate bathtub and shower cabin, coiffeuse, hairdryer, vast wardrobe and electronic safe. The living room has a computer with free internet access, tea and coffee facilities, mini bar, LCD TV with 5 in-house movie channels (one in the bedroom and one in the living room), DVD and CD player and direct dial telephone with voice mail system. A second bathroom features an additional toilet, sink and shower cabin. The large ocean front terrace boasts breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean and is elegantly furnished with wooden chairs, table and sun beds. 4 of these suites interconnect with Ocean Front Rooms.
Room Facilities:
- 24 hour Private Butler Service
- Air-conditioning
- Satellite LCD television
- Internet access
- DVD player
- Direct-dial telephones
- Mini-bar and electronic safe
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Laundry service
- Unpacking service and complimentary pressing service for 2 items per person (upon arrival)
Dining:
The hotel prides itself on its cuisine, where native produce of the island is blended with a diversity of fine recipes from around the world offering a symphony of subtle aromas, tastes and colours which can be savoured in all the hotel’s restaurants.
The Dining Room
The restaurant is made entirely of wood and delicately positioned overlooking the pool. It is an open invitation to discover the thousand and one savours of a sophisticated cuisine. A sumptuous breakfast offers both Western and local specialities, as well as a selection of freshly squeezed fruit juices. The atmosphere of the restaurant and cuisine changes to an à la carte menu in the evening. The heady spices of Mauritius are combined with international recipes, producing a fusion of enticing flavours.
The Veranda
The lunch menu features a choice of exciting light dishes served around the pool overlooking the sea. An impressive selection of toasted sandwiches, oven cooked pizzas, generous salads and homemade ice creams are offered. The Plantation The marriage of a spectacular oceanfront setting with an original approach to the freshest seafood and Creole cuisine has made this restaurant one of the favourites of the island. At night, live Sega dancing performances and original local entertainment are provided several times a week. The restaurant is a planter’s house by the beach.
The Gourmet Kiosque
Located close to the swimming pool, the Gourmet Kiosque serves delicious sweet snacks such as waffles, pancakes and an assortment of ice creams.
The Bar:
This 500m2 lounge is decorated with wide sofas, comfortable armchairs and discreet lighting. The ideal place to enjoy a late breakfast, traditional tea in the afternoon or an evening cocktail. Live musical entertainment is provided until midnight.
Spa:
The Sanctuary is an 850 m2 temple of relaxation dedicated to the well being of the body and the mind offering a wide choice of massages, custom-made programmes and treatments. More than a massage or sports centre, the Sanctuary offers a unique concept in Mauritius with its original environment taking its inspiration from “Zen” philosophy and where every consideration is given to your particular need. The beauty and hair care has been designed by the prestigious French brand CARITA. This luxury French cosmetic brand has developed an exclusive concept called “Haute Beauté”, a reference to the elegance of the fashion term “Haute Couture”. The ultimate in luxury: one of the eleven cabins is located in the middle of a tropical garden overlooking the lagoon, where beauty treatments and massages are performed in the softness of the sea breeze.
Kids club:
Inspired by a sugar-cane plantation house, The Planters Kids Club is nestled in a wondrous tropical park set just steps from the beach. Children from 3 to 12yrs can play around the Club’s 400 square metres, free of charge, enjoying the conviviality of the house or the fun of the playgrounds in the surrounding gardens.
Water sports and activities (some with supplement):
- Water skiing
- Wind surfing
- Hobie Cat
- Glass bottom boat
- Paddle boat
- Snorkelling
- Canoe and Kayak
- 3 floodlit tennis courts
- Circuit training
- Fitness equipment
- Steam room
- Sauna
- Deep sea fishing (6 persons maximum)
- Catamaran Cruise
- Undersea walk
- Horse Riding
- Tennis Lesson
- Scuba diving
Gallery
Excursions
Take a Magical Mystery Tour through the paradise that is Mauritius. From giant tortoises and lily-pads, which seem to immerge from the imagination of Jules Verne, to stunning vistas and enchanted dunes, Mauritius offers more than just pristine waters and scintillating beaches. Enquire at your resort about tours and adventures…
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Taste of Mauritius (half day)
Wed & Fri.
Visit Pamplemousses Botanical Gardens, Port Louis with shopping at Le Cauden Waterfront and Miraj. Optional visit to the Blue Penny Museum. -
Scenic South (with Casela)
Tue & Fri.
Visit the Mauritius Glass Gallery to see traditional methods applied to recycled glass. Enjoy a panoramic view from Trou aux Cerfs, the dormant volcanic crater. Visit The Sacred Lake of Grand Bassin (Ganga Talao), site of Lord Shiva’s Temple and Black River Gorges. Lunch at the exclusive private forest lodge, Domaine Saint Denis followed by a visit to The seven coloured earths of Chamarel and Casela Park. -
Adventure in Paradise (Ecotour)
Fri & Sun.
Briefing by qualified instructors. Explore by Quad Bike, L’Etoile & Ferney Reserve with it’s panoramic views of the East, South East and North of the island.Traditional Mauritian lunch buffet. -
The Tea Route (Ecotour)
Tues.
Visit Domaine des Aubineaux (1872), one of Mauritius’ remaining original colonial houses. Travel through some of the island’s most beautiful countryside, calling at vanilla and anthurium lily plantations and a traditional tea factory. Lunch at Saint Aubin, a fine 19th century plantation house lovingly restored to its former glory with the opportunity to buy unique Mauritian teas and traditionally distilled rum. -
Sugar Adventure
Mon, Wed & Fri. Visit of Pamplemousses Botanical Gardens and the Sugar Museum – a great interactive experience. Shop for 12 varieties of exotic sugars and local rum then onto Miraj and Le Caudan Waterfront in Port Louis.
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Cable Rides (Ecotour)
Tue & Wed.
Based at the factory site of Saint Felix sugar estate, situated in the South of the island. Travel by swift ‘zip-line’ at heights of around 30 metres, explore the river, the forest, cane fields and banana plantation. Halfway rest stop including a cooling swim in a natural pool followed by a typical Mauritian lunch included • Shopping Tour (half day) Mon Shopping in Curepipe and Floreal at boutiques and duty-free shops. Visit the diamond cutting workshop, a model ship factory – making exact model replicas of historic sailing ships, the ‘Mille et Une Nuits’ oriental carpet shop and the Mauritius Glass Gallery for hand blown glass. -
Sail the Dolphin Coast
Mon,Tue,Thur,Sat & Sun.
Full day catamaran cruise along the West Coast aboard O’Plézir, a spacious and well-appointed catamaran. Spot dolphins, swim and snorkel. Barbecue lunch prepared and served on board by the crew. -
Sunset Cruise
Tue & Thur. Sail from Black River on the West Coast of the island. Watch the sun set over the horizon whislt enjoying cocktails and snacks.
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Sailing Magic
Daily.
Full day catamaran cruise along the East Coast, the estuary of Grande Rivière Sud Est and its waterfall. Opportunity for swimming and snorkelling plus a visit to Ile aux Cerfs. Barbecue lunch prepared and served on board by the crew. -
Undersea Adventure and Grand Baie
Wed & Thur.
Walk on the seabed near the reef or explore it in a two-man motorised subscooter. Lunch in the north of the island at a selected venue and afternoon shopping in Grand Baie. -
Hire Your Own Catamaran
Daily.
Charter your own catamaran, with a choice of itineraries Be pampered and waited on all day while sunning on deck. Enjoy the best spots for swimming, snorkelling and sunbathing. Barbecue lunch prepared by the crew and served on board. Also available for overnight charters.
Mauritius Golf:
If you are a golfer looking for the perfect place to tee-up and swing then Mauritius has some serious treats in store for you. Here are some of the courses that you can expect to explore on your arrival in paradise.
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Constance Belle Mare Plage The Legend
‘The Legend’, designed by South African champion, Hugh Baiocchi, is the crowning achievement of Constance Belle Mare Plage. Each hole has its own distinctive characteristics, with many a surprise in store. Superb fairways are laid-out in the heart of an indigenous forest, culminating in perfect greens built to USPGA specifications. In an effort to provide the quintessential golfing location, all 18 greens were rebuilt using Tif Dwarf grasses to ensure a perfect surface. Time has also been taken to enhance the natural beauty of the site. Teeing off from the 17th hole (par 3) is a feast for the eyes and a test for the nerves.
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The Links
The second Belle Mare Plage Championship Golf Course, designed by Rodney Wright and Peter Allis opened in November 2002. This 18-hole Links course was conceived as a result of the success and demands encountered by Hotels Constance’s first course, ‘The Legend’. Sitting beneath the clubhouse which faces the setting sun, the course measures 5,942 m and is a Par 71. Equipped with a practice fairway, this 18-hole course is set in a location which seems to have been naturally created for the purpose of an exciting days golfing.
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Golf du Château
Attached to two hotels, the Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort and the Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort, the magnificent 18- hole “Golf du Château” golf course covers 100 hectares and is the masterpiece of architect Peter Matkovitch, of Peter Matkovich and Hayes, the world renowned South African architectural practice.
Situated between the mountains and the sea in an undulating landscape interspersed with lakes, streams and tropical trees, this Par 72 championship course is both technically challenging and varied. The architects have elegantly integrated the two water courses that cross Golf du Château creating small lakes which enhance the demands made on technique, yet fully respecting the harmony and tranquillity of the surroundings. They have also integrated the magnificent Château of Bel Ombre and its gardens into the design of the golf course.
“Golf du Château” consists of: two 9-hole courses.9 hole outside course 3,210m, 9 hole inside course is 3,297m, 3 by 3 vary from 140m to 200m, 4 by 4 from 320m to 430m, 4 by 5 from 490m to 520m. In addition, a mashie course has been created, a 9 hole par 3 course, ideal both for beginners as well as for more advanced golfers wanting to perfect their game.
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Four Seasons Golf Course at Anahita
Mauritius has now joined the world’s list of premier golfing destinations, finally realising all golfers’ fantasies. This Ernie Els Championship golf course is managed by Four Seasons Mauritius and is built to USGA standards. With a 6,828 -meter course, it offers 5 tee positions and allows every handicap to enjoy an exhilarating tee-to-green experience from the pros and amateurs to children. To complete your golfing experience, the contemporary Mauritianstyled Golf Clubhouse has a Golf Pro shop that is fully-stocked with high end merchandise, as well as Le Club restaurant, bar, luxurious locker facilities, and friendly supportive staff.
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One&Only Le Saint Géran
This 9-hole, Par 33 One&Only Golf Course is a Gary Player creation. The use of the course is complimentary to One&Only guests and for a nominal fee expert tuition is provided by the Academy’s Resident Pro. This 9-hole gem is unique to Mauritius as Le Saint Géran is the only course employing local grass on the fairways and greens. The local grass not only accentuates the exotic feel of the place but it also creates a challenge as it is thick and spongy, giving the ball some serious friction to overcome. Armies of coconut and palm trees frame the course with the shimmering azure of the Indian Ocean offering an eye-catching backdrop. There are a number of natural waterways strategically placed around the course creating a picturesque challenge for pros and beginners alike. Guests can also play 18 holes on Le Saint Géran with different departures.
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Tamarina
This 18-hole Championship Golf Course was designed by international design company Wright Golf Design, headed by Rodney Wright himself. Tamarina has already received much acclaim for its uniquely pleasant and rewarding golfing experience. There are 5 different teeing options on every hole, offering possibilities for all handicaps. From the Professional tees the course measures 6886 metres making Tamarina a true championship test. Tamarina stretches alongside and crosses the Rempart River which plays a spectacular part in many holes, where you will be challenged to fly or swim. Many of the holes have been specially designed to give scenic views of Mount Rempart and the surrounding mountain ranges.
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The Mauritius Gymkhana Club
The Mauritius Gymkhana Club is the oldest golf course in the southern Hemisphere and the fourth oldest golf course in the world (1844). Mauritius is the 3rd country to adopt golf as a sport after the UK and India (Royal Calcutta 1829, Royal Bombay 1842). Centrally located in the district of Plaines Wilhems and easily accessible the Mauritius Gymkhana Club offers an ideal setting for a round of golf. The climate is pleasant all year round except for the winter months when it is a bit wet. The golf course is a 5025 metre, 18-hole, Par 68 with challenging narrow fairways. Besides golf there are lawn tennis courts, a restaurant and a well equipped bar open throughout the day.
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Le Touessrok
Set on its own beautiful island off the East coast of Mauritius, separated from Le Touessrok hotel by a shimmering turquoise lagoon. The course, designed by Bernard Langer, covers 38 hectares and is the second longest in Mauritius, with holes snaking up and down the length of the island. All 18 holes have views of the ocean – some with glimpses across clearings through the trees; others by coming close to the shore. Facilities such as the Club House, restaurant, on-course refreshments, caddies, golf carts, locker rooms, bag storage clubs and shoe rental are available. And for those who feel their game might need some fine-tuning, Le Touessrok Golf Academy and practice area offers appropriate courses.
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Paradis Golf Club Paradis
This ranks among the most spectacular on the island. The 18-hole Par 72 stretches to the foot of Le Morne Mountain and curls back along the edge of a peaceful lagoon. The greens are planted with Seashore Paspalum, an ideal turf for the tropics. The last 9 holes spread along the coastline and 5 water obstacles offer a tranquil challenge to all.
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Shandrani
Shandrani features a 768-metre golf course, which runs along the banks of the lagoon, ensconced by a beautiful 50-acre tropical garden. With a “tee-off” located 100 metres away from the beach, this course is both stimulating and fun. The difficulty resides in its small size, which best suits calculated and accurate swings. Perfect for beginners or those who wish to improve their short game.
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