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Family holiday ideas
Beachcomber has a proud history of organising tailor-made holidays for all our clients especially families. Mauritius is a fantastic choice for those who want to twin-centre with the Middle East, Seychelles and Africa. We know that each family and each child have different wish lists for their holidays so we have put together some popular itineraries to give you an idea or just a place to start! Please remember that we can tailor make a combination of as many or as little of our destinations as you want!
Untamed Botswana, Breathtaking Victoria Falls and beautiful Mauritius
Most camps in Botswana accept children over the age of 8 however we would suggest that this itinerary would be better for those with older children as there are quite a few transfers and changes in accommodation. Also there are no children's clubs at the camps in Botswana so younger children may not get the most out of this fantastic experience.
Day 1– Arrive in Johannesburg and fly to Maun from there you will take a light aircraft to Xigera Camp which is a waterland paradise situated in the heart of the Delta in the Moremi Game Reserve where you will spend two nights enjoying unique activities including Mokoro trips (traditional wooden boats with punts) and sampling some fantastic game viewing.
Day 3 – From here you will take a light aircraft to Duma Tau and spend 2 nights in the Linyanti Reserve. The camp overlooks a vast hippo filled-lagoon and one of the many highlights is a chance to watch huge herds of Elephants, especially in the dry winter season!
Day 5 – Take a light aircraft to Kasani and spend the day at leisure taking in one of the seven natural wonders of the world at Victoria Falls. Transfer by road to The River Club and spend 2 nights soaking the idyllic charm of this hotel on the banks of the Zambezi.
Day 7 – Fly from Livingstone to Johannesburg and spend 1 night at the Intercontinental.
Day 8 – Fly from Johannesburg to Mauritius. Spend 7 nights at Dinarobin Hotel Golf & Spa where you can enjoy an all-suite experience with a world-class spa. Here the whole family will be spoilt for choice, enjoy some fantastic land and water sports, play a round of golf or relax in the spa before flying non-stop back to the UK!
Untouched Seychelles and relaxed Mauritius
Day 1 – Arrive in Mahe and transfer by car and boat to Beachcombers private island of Sainte Anne. Relax and spend 7 nights in this luxurious all-villa accommodation and enjoy a choice of restaurants, a spa and numerous activities or just lie on the beach and enjoy the spectacular scenery that surrounds the Seychelles. Children will be entertained from the time they arrive with their very own welcome pack full of information on the activities they can enjoy whilst on the island.
Day 8 – Transfer back to Mahe and fly to Mauritius where you will enjoy a private transfer to Paradis Hotel & Golf Club. This property is a fantastic choice for families with a choice of suites and villas that can accommodate larger families. Here you will find something for all the family with a choice of activities, you also have the added bonus of being able to share the facilities at the Dinarobin Hotel Golf & Spa next door.
Day 15 – Transfer back to Mauritius airport for your flight home.
Beautiful Beaches and City Chic
Day 1 – Arrive at Mauritius airport transfer up to the North of the Island and arrive at Le Canonnier. You will spend 7 nights at this great value hotel in an idyllic setting that has recently been completely renovated to an excellent standard. You have so much choice at this hotel from its accommodation to its facilities you will be spoilt for choice. Why not lie on the beach and relax whilst your children enjoy the entertainment at the children's club or take a short drive into lively Grande Baie and as an added bonus you can use the facilities at Le Mauricia.
Day 8 – Spend the day relaxing before taking a shared minibus back to Mauritius Airport for your overnight flight to Dubai.
Day 9 – Arrive at Dubai Airport. From here you will transfer through the city and over the creek to the famous Jumeirah Beach. You will spend 4 nights at the Mina A Salam within the fantastic Madinat Jumeirah resort. To get around the resort you can walk or take one of the gondolas that float around the resorts waterways. Shop in the resorts souk, sample one of the many types of cuisine on offer or take a trip out to the dunes and experience a thrilling 4x4 desert safari.
Day 13 – Transfer back to Dubai Airport for your flight home.
Luxurious all-inclusive and Indulgent Seclusion
Day 1 – Arrive at Mauritius Airport where you will take a short transfer to Shandrani Resort & Spa where you will spend 10 nights enjoying the best all inclusive 5* hotel on the island. From the moment you check in you will not need to sign for anything! French champagne, fantastic wine, international branded drinks and world-class cuisine is all included. Try out the new spa and enjoy your free massage where you will have a choice of 7 different types of massages! With a choice of 3 beaches your family will never get bored! You can all learn to sail, dive and waterski - you could even kite surf!
Day 11 – spend your final day on the beach and make the most of your all-inclusive package until you depart around 7pm for the short journey to the airport for your overnight flight to Dubai.
Day 12 – Arrive into Dubai early morning and transfer by road to Six Senses Hideaway at Zighy Bay, located in the Musandam peninsula in the Sultanate of Oman, for 3 nights. The route to Zighy Bay takes you over a spectacular mountain road before swooping down into the resort. For an added experience you could even choose to paraglide down to the resort! The all-villa accommodation allows you to literally hide away in complete seclusion, with a 24-hour personal butler and your own infinity-edged pool - this is perfect for those wanting to spend some quality family time together before heading back home.
Day 15 – Return to Dubai for your flight back to the UK.
Family Safari, City and Beach
Day 1 – Arrive in Johannesburg and fly by light aircraft into the Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve for three nights at Savanna Private Game Reserve where safari comes first. Enjoy fantastic game viewing, including the ‘Big 5’, on exciting game drives and walks.
Day 4 – Light aircraft flight to Johannesburg for a connecting flight to Cape Town where you will spend 3 nights at the Cape Grace Hotel which has a fantastic location in the heart of Cape Town’s Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Take a cable car to the top of Table Mountain and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the city or just sit back and enjoy the hustle and bustle of the fabulous waterfront in one of the many restaurants and bars.
Day 7 – Fly to Mauritius and get a short transfer to Shandrani Resort & Spa for 7 nights. Soak up the sun at the fully all inclusive 5* resort on the island where you can indulge and enjoy unrivalled Mauritian hospitality and cuisine. This is a great resort for families with children of all ages – from the great Bob Marlin mini-club to the vast selection of land and water sports on offer and a spa for you to relax – each member of the family will be spoilt for choice!
Day 14 – Private transfer back to Mauritius airport for your flight home.
Cosmopolitan Cape Town and Bustling Grande Baie
Day 1 – Arrive into Cape Town and transfer to Radisson SAS Hotel Waterfront where you will spend 5 nights in one of Cape Town’s best locations, close to the popular V & A waterfront. We would recommend upgrading to a business class room where you will enjoy stunning sea-views, this is a fantastic family base for you to explore all that Cape Town and the surrounding areas have to offer. We would recommend hiring a car so your family have more flexibility and independence.
Day 8 – Transfers back to Cape Town Airport to connect with a flight over to Mauritius where you can enjoy 7 nights at the newly refurbished Le Mauricia which is located right in the heart of lively Grande Baie. The warm Mauritian hospitality mixed with a youthful and dynamic atmosphere ensure this will be a family holiday to remember. Your children can be entertained in the kid’s club or take part in one of the many activities on the beach, alternatively you could take a trip to the botanical gardens and spend some quality family time taking in some fantastic sites.
Day 15 – Transfer back to Mauritius airport for you flight home.
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The finest hotel in Mauritius
Experience the very best that Mauritius has to offer at the Royal Palm. Standing just outside Grande Baie, the Royal Palm has been a member of the Leading Hotels of the World since 1990 and is surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens, a glorious sandy beach and the turquoise Grande Baie lagoon beyond. Staff outnumber guests here three to one, and it shows in every aspect of the impeccable service our guests enjoy.
Luxury Family holiday
Considered to be one of the most elegant resorts on Mauritius, Dinarobin Hotel Golf & Spa sits on the chic Le Morne Peninsula. With an incredible mountain backdrop and an enchanting 2km stretch of beach, this sophisticated, all-suite hotel is perfect for a luxury family holiday with something for the whole family both young and old.
The Complete Family Holiday Resort
The vibrant Paradis is quite rightly regarded as one of the best family holiday resorts in Mauritius. Apart from it's outstanding location and beautiful beaches the resort offers some of the best family accommodation in Mauritius, with numerous interconnecting rooms, two-bedroom Family Suites to superb private Villas. There's also a great Bob Marlin Children's Club and a huge range of complimentary land and water sports. The Paradis golf course is also right on your door step.
The Best Family All Inclusive Resort in Mauritius
Shandrani is Hindi for ‘goddess of the moon' and this fully all inclusive family holiday resort is a truly heavenly experience. We've blended the best of Beachcomber; exceptional family accommodation, cuisine, a superb location on the unspoilt historical south coast and a whole host of leisure activities to make Shandrani Serenity Plus - an outstanding fully all inclusive family holiday concept that offers you total freedom to enjoy your holiday in Mauritius, without the worry of having to sign for anything.
A haven of tropical romance
Trou Aux Biches extends the warmest of welcomes to all who stay here for their Mauritius family holiday. The hotel has a traditional Mauritian village atmosphere and is blessed with a particularly stunning setting on one of the most beautiful beaches in Mauritius. (Trou Aux Biches will be closing for an exciting 18 month redevelopment programme from 19 Jan 09 onwards)
Spacious accommodation & unforgettable sunsets
Beachcomber has a strong tradition of creating unforgettable holidays. As pioneers of tourism to Mauritius, we've been able to choose some of the best locations on the island for our hotels, and Le Victoria is no exception. The hotel is in a great location between the capital, Port Louis and fashionable Grand Baie and with some of largest rooms on the island, superb family apartments and an excellent children's club the hotel is perfect for a family holiday to Mauritius.
An Idyllic Setting on a historical peninsula
Le Canonnier is set on a great location at the tip of a small peninsula overlooking a number of islets. The site includes an ancient lighthouse (which houses the miniclub), the ruins of a fortress and several old cannons and is just 5 minutes drive from bustling Grand Baie. Le Canonnier is a friendly, relaxed resort offering lots of choice - simply all the ingredients for a fabulous Mauritius family holiday.
A warm welcome at the hub of lively Grande Baie
Situated in the heart of fashionable village of Grand Baie, Le Mauricia enjoys the best of both worlds. Its friendly restaurants and bars are always welcoming, yet guests also have easy access to excellent shopping, nightclubs and evening entertainment found in Grand Baie itself. On top of this, the resort offers an outstanding range of sports and is ideal for family holidays with a number of superb Family Apartments.
