Ile aux deux cocos Mauritius

The islet has been rightly named (literally meaning coconut islet) because in the past it was used as a coconut plantation place by the French. But a cyclone later on demolished the harvest and it was thus abandoned. Years later, the islet has been privately renovated and made into a tourist attraction. Located in the south east of Mauritius off the famous Blue Bay beach, ile des deux cocos is a small islet calling for lazy sunbathing with a wonderful view of the south lagoons of Mauritius. Small in size, the islet can accommodate a handful of people at a time (about a dozen or so) which thus allows for more intimacy for visitors. Beautiful views can be enjoyed on all sides of the islet. While the south part offers breathtaking views of the white foam of surf crashing angrily against the islet’s cliff, the north to west area has a strand of perfect white beach and abundant sunshine for sunbathing and relaxing. The water in that part of Mauritius is quite calm and an unbelievable turquoise spelling out swimming. Off the east coast, some black hard boulders can be seen along the beach. The mainland of Ile des deux cocos is mostly covered with native vegetation. Hammocks have been placed in between trees for a relaxing nap in the wild, free from all worries. The islet is found right in the middle of the Blue Bay Marine Park declared so as it contains one of the richest marine flora and fauna around Mauritius. The park can be visited in a bottom glass boat where marine life can be seen right from the boat. Snorkeling is thus a common activity that can be enjoyed on ile des deux cocos and to explore the marine park and the numerous coral species and swim with multi colored fishes. Ile aux deux cocos is thus a great place to either relax under the shade of the filao trees or enjoy some proposed activities by the guides like volley ball competitions. As for lunch, it is done in an open area with an open buffet serving a wide range of Mauritian cuisine, barbeques, salads, desserts and drinks (alcoholic and non alcoholic). The excursion package consists of the speed boat trip to the islet from the Blue Bay beach, welcoming drinks, loaning of snorkeling equipments, lunch, unlimited drinks and glass bottom visit of the marine park. Also found on the islet is an ancient elegant mansion built by the British governor Sir Hesketh Bell who was a man of vision and taste. Having a mixture of oriental and European aura with a Mauritian interior, the mansion has been renovated into a villa which can be either visited during an excursion or even leased for a few nights. It consists of two bedrooms, dining room, living room, bathroom and porch all set in a modern elegant style for the comfort of the visitor. Additional improvements include air conditioning, TV, bathtub in the main room, phone, hair dryer, CD/DVD player and safe. A cook, waiter and security guard are also there to make your stay a success and invite you all over again.