Shanti Maurice is set on a beautiful island surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean and coral reefs. It is a real paradise with pristine white sands, mountains, waterfalls, exotic gardens full of tropical birds and a small indigenous forest. Ocean-facing accommodations of the resort are made of natural materials blending harmoniously into the landscape. Every villa has a private pool and a terrace, as well as a garden with bougainvillea, fruit trees and coconut palms. Shanti Maurice offers a wide variety of land and water activities. Those who prefer an active break can play tennis, enjoy non-motorised water sports or choose an unforgettable snorkelling tour to see corals and tropical fish at the Shanti Maurice Lagoon. Nature lovers can take an excursion to discover Mauritius with its stunning sights, high cliffs, beautiful beaches, and the Vanilla Crocodile wildlife park. Guests who like quieter holiday can play golf, do yoga or Pilates, enjoy meditation, or unwind while reading a book in a library. At the Nira Spa the ancient regimes of Ayurveda are combined with the latest international wellness therapies. For younger guests, there is a kids’ club with toddler’s pool, games room and different activities including trips to the nearest park and sanctuaries. Shanti Maurice invites to relish perfectly prepared dishes based on the local ingredients from the garden, the ocean or nearby farms. Guests can visit one of the restaurants or choose a shady picnic spot in the tropical garden.

Location: Between Blue Bay and Le Morne; 40-minute drive from the airport.

Accommodation: 44 suites and 17 villas: Junior Suite, Luxury Pool Villas, Luxury Suite Villas, Luxury Double Suite Villas, Shanti Villa.

Restaurants & bars: 2 restaurants: Stars Restaurant and Fish Shack, Red Ginger Lounge, Rum Shed.

Facilities: Pool with Jacuzzi; boutique; library; conference room; Les Petits Dodos Kids Club with toddler’s pool; garden; tours; cooking classes.

Sport & recreation: Water Sports Centre; non-motorised water sports (windsurfing, sailing, pedal boats, snorkelling, kayaking); yoga pavilion; meditation; AquaFit; Pilates; 2 tennis courts; golf; jogging; trekking.

Spa: Nira Spa: 4 distinct spa stations; Spa Pool & Watsu Pool; hydrotherapy; massages.