Canonnier Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa on the west coast of Mauritius is a favorite for family holidays and weddings/honeymoons
Canonnier Beachcomber (Northern)
Mauritius Family Holiday
Mauritius is the perfect holiday destination for families who love the great outdoors. Mauritius is known for being incredibly welcoming and safe for families.
Most Mauritius hotels offer kids’ clubs, giving parents time to enjoy romantic moments alone. Alternatively, you can keep the kids with you for special family bonding time.
Here are the best tips and concepts for planning a memorable Mauritius Family Holiday:
Choosing the Right Accommodation
Focus on Resorts with Kids’ Clubs:
Many of the larger, reputable hotels (like Beachcomber, Constance, LUX, or Four Seasons resorts) are world class at catering to families. Look for:
- Kids’ Clubs: Often free and supervised. With activities for various age groups (toddlers, kids, and even teens).
- Family-Specific Amenities: Dedicated children’s pools, spacious family rooms/villas. And on-request items like cots, high chairs, and bottle sterilizers.
Consider All-Inclusive (AI):
For families, an AI package can be a great way to manage costs, as most food, drinks, and many water sports are included. Preventing surprise bills there. Remember at the resorts, the cost of drinks and food are usually very high.
The best location for a Mauritius family holiday
North/West Coast:
Generally calmer waters and less wind, making them ideal for swimming, young children, and water sports. They also offer easy access to the capital, Port Louis, and Grand Baie.
East Coast:
Beautiful, long beaches but can be very windy, especially during the winter months (June-August).
South Coast:
More rugged, dramatic, and less developed, but great for nature and scenery.
Family-Friendly Activities (Beyond the Beach)
Mauritius offers more than just sand and sun—it’s an island playground!
Activity Type |
Recommended Place(s) |
Notes for Families |
Wildlife & Nature |
Casela Nature Parks | A major attraction with a mini-safari, zip lines, 4D cinema, a petting farm, and a fun huge ride. Great for all ages. |
| La Vanille Nature Park | Home to the largest colony of giant tortoises in the world. Plus crocodiles and iguanas. Kids love walking among and feeding the tortoises. | |
Water Activities |
Glass-Bottom Boat Tours | Perfect for toddlers and non-swimmers to see the coral and marine life without getting wet. |
| Dolphin/Whale Watching | Boat trips, usually early morning, to see dolphins in their natural habitat off the West Coast (Black River Bay). | |
| Snorkeling | The calm, shallow lagoons (like Blue Bay Marine Park) are excellent and safe for introducing older children to snorkeling. | |
Culture & History |
L’Aventure du Sucre | A fascinating, interactive sugar museum. That often includes a fun, educational trail and a sugar tasting at the end. |
| Pamplemousses Botanical Garden | Famous for its giant water lilies. A quiet, shaded place for a family stroll and a picnic. | |
Adventure |
Ziplining/Quad Biking | Available at places like La Vallée des Couleurs or Parc Aventure Chamarel for older kids and teens. |
The Best Time to Visit:
May to December is generally the cooler, drier period and is ideal for being outdoors. Avoid January to March if you want to dodge the high heat, humidity, and cyclonic risk.
Getting Around:
Taxis: Arranging an all day taxi or hiring a driver through your hotel is often the easiest, stress-free, and most cost-effective way to do a full day excursion to multiple spots.
Car Rental: You drive on the left in Mauritius. Traffic can be heavy in and around Port Louis. Only rent a car if you are comfortable with driving in a foreign country.
Essentials to Pack:
Besides the usual, remember good quality insect repellent for evenings, basic medications for the kids, and waterproof bags for beach days.
Mauritius Family Holiday Accommodation
We have these hotels in Mauritius that are family-friendly but there are many others so send us your hotel choice (or star rating) so we can plan your family bonding holiday in Mauritius.
If you don’t fancy scrolling down to find a family-friendly resort, use this dropdown to see the list:
Mauritius Family Holiday ↓
Canonnier Beachcomber (Northern)
Canonnier Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa on the west coast of Mauritius is a favorite for family holidays and weddings/honeymoons
La Pirogue (Northern)
La Pirogue Resort on the west coast of Mauritius is a great 4 star hotel for families and couples. The Kids and Teens Club are a big hit.
Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa (Southern)
Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa is a 5 star boutique wellness beach resort offering accommodation excellence in Suites and private Villas
Four Seasons Resort Mauritius At Anahita (Northern)
The Four Seasons Mauritius At Anahita is a luxury 5* resort on the east coast of Mauritius with 136 villas; all with private pools
Sugar Beach Resort (Northern)
Sugar Beach Resort is a 5-Star hotel on the west coast of Mauritius, in Flic en Flac. Best rates and offers for your Mauritius beach holiday
Paradis Beachcomber (Southern)
Paradis Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa is a 5* hotel on one of the best beaches in Mauritius, situated on the stunning Le Morne peninsula
Dinarobin Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa (Southern)
Dinarobin Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa located on the West Coast of Mauritius, 5* Luxury Resort with an 18-hole Golf Course
Trou aux Biches Beachcomber (Northern)
Trou aux Biches Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa is one of the most romantic 5* resorts in Mauritius. Honeymoon and holiday special offers
Shangri-La Le Touessrok (Southern)
The 5-star Shangri-La Le Touessrok Resort is one of the most luxurious and romantic gems in Mauritius that also is ideal for family holidays
Anantara Iko Mauritius Resort And Villas
The romantic and luxurious Anantara Iko Mauritius Resort & Villas is on the southeast coast of Mauritius. Lots of activities for families too
Long Beach Resort (Northern)
Long Beach, A Sun Resort, is a 5-star luxury resort hotel on the east coast of Mauritius; one of the world’s most popular holiday destinations
Royal Palm Beachcomber (Northern)
Royal Palm Beachcomber Luxury is an exclusive private residence hotel (Leading Hotels of the World) on the northwest coast of Mauritius
Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa (Northern)
Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa is a luxury beach hotel located on the west coast of Mauritius. Excellent honeymoon and wedding destination
Shandrani Beachcomber (Southern)
Shandrani Beachcomber is a 4-star superior resort on the southeast coast of Mauritius; lapped by the Blue Bay Marine Park
Mauricia Beachcomber (Northern)
Book a holiday or honeymoon to Mauricia Beachcomber Resort and Spa in Mauritius at the best rates. Special offers incl weddings and families
La Pirogue (Northern)
La Pirogue Resort on the west coast of Mauritius is a great 4 star hotel for families and couples. The Kids and Teens Club are a big hit.
Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa (Southern)
Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa is a 5 star boutique wellness beach resort offering accommodation excellence in Suites and private Villas
Four Seasons Resort Mauritius At Anahita (Northern)
The Four Seasons Mauritius At Anahita is a luxury 5* resort on the east coast of Mauritius with 136 villas; all with private pools
Sugar Beach Resort (Northern)
Sugar Beach Resort is a 5-Star hotel on the west coast of Mauritius, in Flic en Flac. Best rates and offers for your Mauritius beach holiday
Paradis Beachcomber (Southern)
Paradis Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa is a 5* hotel on one of the best beaches in Mauritius, situated on the stunning Le Morne peninsula
Dinarobin Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa (Southern)
Dinarobin Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa located on the West Coast of Mauritius, 5* Luxury Resort with an 18-hole Golf Course
Trou aux Biches Beachcomber (Northern)
Trou aux Biches Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa is one of the most romantic 5* resorts in Mauritius. Honeymoon and holiday special offers
Shangri-La Le Touessrok (Southern)
The 5-star Shangri-La Le Touessrok Resort is one of the most luxurious and romantic gems in Mauritius that also is ideal for family holidays
Anantara Iko Mauritius Resort And Villas
The romantic and luxurious Anantara Iko Mauritius Resort & Villas is on the southeast coast of Mauritius. Lots of activities for families too
Long Beach Resort (Northern)
Long Beach, A Sun Resort, is a 5-star luxury resort hotel on the east coast of Mauritius; one of the world’s most popular holiday destinations
Royal Palm Beachcomber (Northern)
Royal Palm Beachcomber Luxury is an exclusive private residence hotel (Leading Hotels of the World) on the northwest coast of Mauritius
Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa (Northern)
Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa is a luxury beach hotel located on the west coast of Mauritius. Excellent honeymoon and wedding destination
Shandrani Beachcomber (Southern)
Shandrani Beachcomber is a 4-star superior resort on the southeast coast of Mauritius; lapped by the Blue Bay Marine Park
Mauricia Beachcomber (Northern)
Book a holiday or honeymoon to Mauricia Beachcomber Resort and Spa in Mauritius at the best rates. Special offers incl weddings and families