Catamaran Cruises Mauritius - Ile aux Cerfs
Île aux Cerfs Island , known in English as deer island is an island off the east coast of Mauritius near the village of Trou D'eau Douce. The island has an undulating terrain and natural vegetation and is dotted with outcrops of volcanic rock, little lakes, gullies and magnificent white sandy beaches. The island hosts the world renown Bernard Langer 18-hole championship golf course managed by Le Touessrok hotel. Nowadays there are no more deers on the island, but you will find some of the island's most beautiful beaches there.
Ile aux Cerfs is famous for its sandy beaches, beautiful lagoon and large selection of activities and facilities. On Ile aux Cerfs you are sure to spend a relaxing day if you choose to sunbathe on one of its magnificent beaches, or simply have fun if you choose to take part in the array of water sport activities on offer.
Every day, tourists and locals visit Ile aux Cerfs and spend the whole day on the island and benefit from the range of facilities and activities offered on the island. During recent years Ile aux Cerfs Island has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in Mauritius.
On Ile aux Cerfs you will find many restaurants that cater for almost every palate and you should definitely try some of the local cuisine. In addition, there is a large selection of water sports kiosks which offer an array of water sports including water skiing, banana rides, glass bottom boats, parasailing and more. The island also has a small flee market offering local handicraft, textiles etc...
Ile aux Cerfs is a highly recommended location for snorkeling. The coral reef is beautiful and full of marine life, and together with the large black rocks that protrude into the water, it is an ideal place to snorkel and to enjoy the rich underwater world.
The island also has a 18 holes golf course, so if you want to experience Mauritian golfing while seeing the breathtaking views of the lagoons and the clear Indian ocean water all around, this is definitely one of the best places to go to.