 
MAURITIUS
Whether you wish
to spend your time underwater exploring the wonders of the Indian
Ocean, or catching the rays of the sun, you will love Mauritius. The
people are amongst the world's friendliest - a polyglot of
nationalities and religions co-existing in harmony. Hospitality is
their game and the island boasts some of the world's top resort
hotels which nestle along its powder white shores, fringed by
casuarina trees.
 Weather
A year-round
destination, it is hot in summer from November to April and
mild the rest of the time. The rainy season is January to May
but on the coast rainfall is spasmodic with the west coast being
driest. Cyclones can occur from January to March, and sea
breezes keep down the humidity at this hottest time. Cooling trade
winds blow during the 'winter' months.
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SEYCHELLES
 The 115 islands of the Seychelles have some of the most beautiful
beaches in the region and deserve their reputation as the 'Eden of the
Indian Ocean'. Creole culture is very evident and the Seychellois are
a colourful people. The largest island, Mahé, and its neighbour,
Praslin, are the liveliest in the archipelago with plenty of
watersports and nightspots to enjoy. Other smaller islands are private
retreats from which to appreciate the sun-kissed white sand beaches
and turquoise waters.
Weather
Generally the islands
enjoy a warm and pleasant climate with temperatures averaging about
27°C. The wettest period is from December to February but the
islands do lie outside the cyclone zone. In July and August the
south east trade winds can cause the sea to be choppy.
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MOZAMBIQUE
Tourism on the mainland is slowly being developed following the years
of civil war and some time in the future this country will be offering
wonderful safari
 experiences. For
the moment we restrict ourselves to the Bazaruto archipelago, unspoilt
islands off the mainland, surrounded by pristine beaches, where the
country's first Marine National Park is located.
Weather
The best time to
visit is during the winter months from April to September to
avoid the hot rainy season.
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RÉUNION
A tropical
Département of France, this small island appeals to those who are
looking for an Indian Ocean experience with a difference! There is
magnificent scenery in the mountainous interior, an active volcano and
a wonderful rugged coastline with beautiful protected coves. An
extraordinary mix of sub-tropical and alpine, activity and relaxation
awaits…
Weather
Tropical around the
coast and temperate in the mountainous interior. October to March is hot (to 28°C on the coast) and wet with the possibility of
cyclones. The west coast, protected from the prevailing south-east
trade winds by the mountains, is drier than the east.
 Highlights
•Indian Ocean, every shade of aquamarine, sapphire, opal and
emerald, from the darkness beyond the reefs to the palest translucent
waters of the protected lagoons.
•In
Seychelles, giant tortoises and turtles, the former in their
natural habitat on the atoll Aldabra but also re-introduced to several
of the islands, the later in the clear seas everywhere, and the Coco
de Mer palm, a botanical rarity, found growing wild in the Vallée de
Mai World Heritage Site on Praslin.
• In Réunion, the scenery is particularly spectacular as
a result of the island's volcanic history. The moon-like lava fields
around the active volcano contrast starkly to the three extinct
craters whose sheer cliffs, cascading waterfalls and dense, lush
montane forests harbour a healthy bird population, some species
endemic to the island, and orchids flowering mainly December to March.
Activities
• Watersports including snorkelling, scuba diving,
waterskiing, surfing and windsurfing - tell us your passion and
we'll tell you where and when to go!
• Deep sea big game fishing - Mozambique is
world-renowned for record-sized marlin and billfish; best time in
Mauritius is from September to March, and in Seychelles in May and
October to December.
• Golf, on several islands, with a choice of courses,
some with 18 holes and others just 9.
• Tennis and horse riding from some hotels.
• Hiking, rock climbing, canyoning, abseiling, paragliding
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