Bel Ombre
The local area
Luxury Villas and Property Investment in Mauritius
Regardless of the motivations of entering the luxury second home market - as a business investment or purely for pleasure - there's no doubt that having access to a selection of international properties is synonymous with success and a jet-set lifestyle. Our Members enjoy exclusive access to luxury holiday homes all over the world, including our beautiful villas and property in Bel Ombre, Mauritius.
Mauritius is synonymous with tropical perfection. Impossibly silver-white beaches, turquoise blue waters and an evocative landscape of woods and extinct volcanoes - all set in the Indian Ocean - make this island an other-worldly paradise. Our luxury villa in Mauritius can be found in the beautiful surroundings of a former sugar estate where you enjoying the pristine beaches, captivating wildlife and idyllic sun-soaked romance of this uniquely beautiful place.
The History of Mauritius
Mauritius was uninhabited before its discovery, but how this discovery came about is contested. The island started to appear on European maps in the early 16th century, and Portuguese sailors found the island between 1507 and 1513. Despite this, it's thought that the Arabs knew of Mauritius before the Europeans, but it wasn't until the Dutch bought sugar cane and Java deer to the island that permanent settlements were made. They left in 1710 for the Cape of Good Hope, and after this both the French and English colonised Mauritius before it won independence in 1968.
Exploring Mauritius from your Luxury Villa
From the comfort of your own luxury villa, the whole island is open to you. At the shore you can unwind on the beaches, kayak on the perfect crystalline waters, relax with deep sea fishing and enjoy any number of world-class water sports. Inland, the sight of lakes inside extinct craters of volcanoes, the "coloured earths" of Chamarel and stunning nature reserves will all delight any visitor. Mauritius has also saved more bird species from extinction than any other country on earth and they can be spotted throughout the island.
Diverse and Exotic Cuisine
Mauritius may be inhabited by only one million people, but with fertile soil and a cultural mix that has informed and enriched its food culture, the cuisine here is often both locally sourced and incredibly diverse. Islands tend to attract and become shaped by an assortment of cultural influences, and with a blend of French, Indian, Chinese and Creole inspiration, the unique culinary tradition of Mauritius enough to fascinate any foodie.
A visit to our luxury villas in Mauritius will be full of culinary delights, from the simplicity of enjoying sweet Mauritian pineapples at the beach to high-end fine dining. Dishes to try on Mauritius include the vast range of delicious curries, which tell of both Creole and Indian influences, the deep fried Mauritian snacks known as Gajak and palm heart salad. For something a little more refreshing in the tropical heat, don't forget to sample the lime tang of the island's rum punch.
The Experience
Le Château de Bel Ombre
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There are 12 restaurants within the Bel Ombre estate. This one, set in the French garden of a...
Varangue sur Morne
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Serves excellent local venison and authentic curries. A charming rustic restaurant with...
Falaise Rouge
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Just north of Mahébourg, this former French observation post overlooks the bay of Grand Port, the...
The Seven Colours Energy Cuisine at The Heritage Awali Hotel
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Mirroring the concept of the 'Seven Colours Spa' (see Spas/health clubs section for more...
Amafrooty at The Heritage Awali Hotel
A charming poolside restaurant overlooking the beach, which serves light lunchtime meals such as...
La Chaumiere Masala
A dinner option for vegetarians and Indian food lovers alike, this restaurant's seating is in...
L'Alchimiste
A charming restaurant attached to a distillery serving typically French fare. They are...
Heritage Golf Club Restuarant
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If you've just played a round at the Heritage Golf Club, why not reward yourself with a relaxing...
Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort
At the Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort, guests have the choice between either The Zenzi Bar or...
Big Willy’s
Big Willy’s has it all, it is a restaurant, sports bar, beer garden and also a night club. There...
Enso Bar
This is a cool lounge bar and restaurant with a pool table and DJ’s hosting Saturday nights. The...
Lakaz Cascavelle
This bar offers a large variety of refreshing cocktails and light snacks and is a hub for...
Nightlife in Mauritius
Nightlife Mauritius holds many entertaining nightlife spots to spend an evening. The most...
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Gardens
Also known as the Royal Botanical Gardens of Pamplemousse, these gardens are one of the...
Events
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Each year Mauritius hosts a number of international events including the AfrAsia Golf...
Festivals
Cavadee Celebrated on January 30th, Cavadee is a public holiday, which is regarded as one of...
Visit Ile aux Aigrettes
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Travel by boat to Ile aux Aigrettes on a guided tour where you'll learn about the island's...
Natural History Museum
Located in the centre of Port Louis, the Natural History Museum is the oldest museum on the...
La Vanille Nature Park
A 3.5 hectare park teeming with crocodiles, monkeys, iguanas, bats, deer, geckos, eels, wild...
Domaine de l’Etoile Reserve
A former sugar domain and the biggest natural and private reserve in Mauritius, rich in a...
Frederica Nature Reserve
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The spectacular mountainous Frederica Nature Reserve offers amazing views, impressive...
Blue Penny Museum
Established in 2001 in Le Caudan Waterfront, the Blue Penny Museum is devoted to Mauritian...
Photography Museum
For the photography lovers don't miss out this spectacular private museum founded by Mr...
L’Aventure du Sucre
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Close to Pamplemousses Botanical Garden, an old sugar factory has been converted into a museum...
La Vallée des Couleurs Museum
One of its kind in the Mascareignes islands, this museum is located at the heart of a natural...
Le Château de Labourdonnais
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A magnificent family home dating back to 1859 which illustrates the concept of a castle at the...
Aapravasi Ghat (UNESCO World Heritage)
Located in Port Louis, this is the very site which served, between 1834 à 1910, as the...
Les Aubineaux
Les Aubineaux situated on the uplands is one of the last remaining traditional colonial...
Chamarel
The village of Chamarel, 15 minutes north of Bel Ombre, is home to two natural wonders - the...
Ganga Talao
On the east side of the Black River Gorges National Park, Ganga Talao is a natural lake in the...
Black River Gorges National Park
There are more than 50km of trails through this magnificent park, created in 1994 to protect...
Grand Baie Beach
This beautiful beach has everything you need for a highly enjoyable 'beach day'. With soft,...
Cap Malheureux
This small fishing village is situated on the northernmost tip of Mauritius, and lies just...
Casela
A great day out! Casela is a park which covers an area of 14 hectares and is located in the...
La Vanille Reserve des Mascareignes
This is an ideal day out for families with children of all ages. This nature reserve was...
Port Louis
This is the capital of Mauritius and is backed by mountains at the northwestern end of the...
Pereybere Beach
Very popular amongst both locals and tourists, Pereybere is a pretty little cove which...
Île aux Cerfs Beach
Just off the east coast and easily accessible by boat, Île aux Cerfs is one of the nicest...
Heritage Golf Club
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Heritage Golf Club lies within the Valriche estate, and was designed by the South African golf...
Paradis Golf Club
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For a truly memorable round of golf, head to the Paradis Golf Club, located to the south of...
Gymkhana Club
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The oldest golf course on Mauritius, and indeed the whole of the Southern Hemisphere, the...
The Links Golf
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This is the second 18-hole championship golf course to be found on the now complete Belle Mare...
Tamarina Golf Estate
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Running alongside the Rempart River, located in the west, the Tamarina enjoys views of both...
Kite Surfing
One of the best places to learn on the planet and ridiculously easy to do it from the beach...
Water Activities
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Whether you are into waterskiing or windsurfing, kayaking or pedal-boating, scuba diving or...
Horse riding
Catering both for experienced and amateur riders alike, the Centre Equestre de Riambel will...
Bird Watching
Grab a pair of binoculars and a notepad before taking to one of Mauritius' nature trails in...
Tennis
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At Le Telfair, you will find three flood-lit tennis courts which are open between 08.00 -...
Quad & Swim
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After a couple of hours of exciting quad biking, a short walk through the woods will take you...
Sailing by catamaran
Whether you wish to view the island's beauty from the sea or you want to revel in a leisurely...
Walking and Hiking
Hikes start from the reserve and vary from half an hour to a full day. Valriche is home to...
Snorkelling and Diving
Surrounded by the welcoming waters of the Indian Ocean, Mauritius welcomes divers and...
Sightseeing Mauritius by speedboat
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Take an exhilarating ride at splashing speed and cast anchor at any of the islets studding the...
Le Telfair Spa at Le Telfair Hotel
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Nestled within the tropical gardens of the Bel Ombre Estate, the Le Telfair Spa is the ideal...
The Sanctuary Spa
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Located at the Residence Hotel, on the east coast of the island, The Sanctuary is wholly...
Seven Colours Spa
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The Seven Colours Spa was conceived around the oriental philosophy of Chakras, which is based...
One & Only Spa
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The goal of this spa is to ensure rejuvenation, balance and equilibrium for each client. In...
Mini Safari
This mini safari sets off from Casela Leisure Park every half hour. This quick excursion takes...
A day at the races
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Horse racing is one of the most popular sports in Mauritius, regularly attracting crowds of...
Trek/cycle Valriche Nature Reserve
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The spectacular reserve borders the north side of Domaine de Bel Ombre. There are many...
Blue Safari Submarine
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Explore the depths of the Indian Ocean in one of Blue Safari's submarines. This is a truly...
Helicopter Tour
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What better way to enjoy the picture postcard views of this beautiful island than from the...
Walk with the Lions
For a truly memorable experience, how about walking with the lions? After being briefed, you...
Local Markets
The village of Chemin Grenier, located approximately 3km from the villa, is the nearest place...
Fresh Tuna
Mauritius has the most available, fresh and cheap tuna you will find anywhere. Ask concierge...
Markets
If you want to discover the real heart and soul of Mauritian life, head to one of the markets....
Shopping Centres and Arcades
Akin to markets, every town and some of the larger villages of Mauritius have at least one, if...
Souvenir shopping
If you want to bring home something traditional from Mauritius the most authentic produce is...
Fredrik Hendrik Museum
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This charming museum has been built in a stunning garden in the Old Grand Port overlooking the...
Catamaran BBQ Tour
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There are few better ways to enjoy Mauritian turquoise waters than with a catamaran tour,...
Avalon Golf Estate
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Sculpted in idyllic surroundings, combining tea plantations, rivers, ravines, mountains and a...
Le Palmier
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seafood restaurant
