Location: Quatre Bornes
Top Things to do in Quatre Bornes
Top 10 Things to do in Quatre Bornes, Mauritius
Quatre Bornes also known as La Ville des Fleurs (The City of Flowers), is a town in Mauritius, located in the Plaines Wilhems District, the western part also lies in the Rivière Noire District. The town is administered by the Municipal Council of Quatre Bornes. Situated between the towns of Beau-Bassin Rose-Hill and Vacoas-Phoenix, Quatre Bornes is linked by roads to the north, east, south and west of Mauritius. According to the census made by Statistics Mauritius in 2015, the population of the town was at 77,505.
Restaurants in Quatre Bornes
1. Nature Trails Mauritius
Overall Ratings
5 based on 199 reviews
You visit the scenic Tamarin Waterfalls(away from traditional tourist routes), an area which can only be reached by our 4-wheel drive. Approaching from the South or West you see the pink pigeons, avery rare species. From well hidden view points you see breathtaking views over the Massif Central, the entire South-Eastern part of the island until far down to the wild South coast.
Reviewed By dickymick - Colchester
My wife e-mailed this company to book a trip while we were in Mauritius between Sept 14th -------Sept 29th staying at the Silver Beach hotel. So far we have had no reply to our first e-mail and another which I sent last week.If they are no longer in business they should no longer be on Tripadvisor advertising their trips.
2. Dodo Quest
Overall Ratings
5 based on 899 reviews
Outstanding outdoor experience - unique street and nature challenge for your mind & body! The unusual mix of a treasure hunt, quest in reality and drive competition!
Reviewed By Erwinsan
Wonderful moment with the team of Friends of the Environment. One of the best places for team building events where you can foster team spirit, collaboration and leadership skills. Furthermore, it was fun to wrack of brain to be able to escape from the rooms. GO THERE you won't regret!!
3. Safari Adventures Lion Encounter
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 424 reviews
Reviewed By Laura O
This was a stunning experience of which we thoroughly enjoyed and will never forget. The park itself was great with lots to do. We had booked tickets online for the previous day, but we felt unwell, we contacted the park and they were more than happy to amend our visiting day at no extra charge.
When it came to the walk with the lions experience there were a few sets of couples, and a large group that came with a lot of large video equipment/tripods/video stabilising kit, when asked by our guide they elaborated that they were recording for Chinese Television. (Seriously, they had cue cards and everything ). Obviously this was very off putting for the rest of us who wanted to experience the lions up close and not looking through the obligatory 21st-century lens!
The guide instructed all of us that bags and big equipment will be left behind, I was more than happy to have my rucksack locked away, but more happy that this larger group were only allowed to take a GoPro, and one smaller video recorder, the rest of us had phones and cameras.
Once walking with the lions the larger group, inevitably, became a hinderance. Constantly trying to be the closest, and at the front. However, although annoying, I felt this was not detrimental to our experience as the guides did a fantastic job of giving everyone a fair chance of walking along side the two 5 Years old female lions and opportunities to stroke them. They were both lively, and to be honest not interested in us in the slightest, it was fabulous to see them playing and chasing one another around the wooded area we were in. It felt so natural and relaxed.
At the end of the experience you will have all your own personal photos taken while on the walk, then the option of buying the professional ones. Worth the money as you get all the photos and videos from the entire walk, including those of our new tv star friends , but more importantly for me, this price also included photos from going inside the cub enclosure afterwards, at no extra cost. So I also got to spend 15 minutes playing with the three 8 month old white lions. Amazing!!! They, obviously because of their age, were much more boisterous and unpredictable, highly recommended.
4. Raj Adventures
Overall Ratings
5 based on 98 reviews
Reviewed By KathyMare - Cape Town Central, South Africa
Firstly, what an experience. The Waterfalls are just jaw-dropping. The views of endless thick tropical forest were amazing, the Waterfalls were spectacular and a memory that will be etched in my memory for a lifetime.
Secondly, arguably the most impressive aspect of the experience was the service of Raj Adventures, in particular Mervin & Shola. They were straight forward and honest. They told us the exact weather conditions we would most likely experience, which they could easily lie and entice us foreigners (who know no better) into spending our money.
Another stand out moment was when I paid. With little knowledge of the local currency, I mistakenly paid a bit extra and for the full day hike (we did the half day hike), Shola immediately gave us the back the money I mistakenly paid.
oh and how could I even dare forget...
THE SAMOOSA'S, incredible.
5. Tamarin Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 201 reviews
Tamarind falls also known as the 7 cascades is one of the most attractive and captivating Waterfalls of Mauritius. Situated on the central plateau near a small village called Henrietta, 7 cascades is well known for its splendid green scenery and Valleys. The 7 cascades hiking is a must while visiting Mauritius. Exploring the Waterfalls means walking in the dense forest, hiking and swimming.
Reviewed By VishDem - Curepipe
if you want to disconnect to from this fast moving world, noise & stress then this is the perfect place to be with friends and family. The successive cascades, beautiful trees and blue sky on sunny days takes you closer to mother Nature...
Recommended for groups of more than five persons
6. Tamarina Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 176 reviews
The journey to Tamarina Boutique Hotel & Golf Club awakes in you a sense of expectation as the drive through the luxuriant sugar cane fields and alongside the golf course the road slowly comes to an end… A light stroll across the cosy hotel reveals the famous and untamed surf beach of Tamarin. You have the sudden feeling that time has stopped… YES its finally your time to unwind, let your hair down, go with the flow, take in the rejuvenating vibes of Tamarin beach and spend quality time together… On stilts overlooking the beach and the dolphin sanctuary, set under a majestic Indian almond tree, is La Madrague restaurant which offers yet another swimming pool; while the service team arranges the final details of your comfort, the smell of spices from the kitchen awakens your appetite… A partially shaded beach restaurant proposes light snacking and beach services. Hotel guests also enjoy free access to Casela World of Adventures and the privilege of unlimited golf at Tamarina Golf Club. In the region, a palate of activities to choose from, cultural excursions, shopping, Beaches, so much or so little to do… Enjoy an intimate and relaxing stay and the service of a caring team who are the true ambassadors of Motherland and our legendary hospitality.
Reviewed By Iain C
Had a pleasant round of golf here in August 2017. The course is average difficulty which is fine for me as a mid teens handicapper but might be a little easy for a low handicapper.
The course if beautifully looked after and have a number of holes with stunning views of the local Mountains and verdant scenery.
From some of the holes the views from the tee are well worth a snap or two and this could slow down play in the high season. On my day though the course was quiet so no issues there.
On a few holes there are monkeys around so remember to take the advice to put everything (not only valuable) into the golf bags.
Like other courses on Mauritius iff you go off line then the think vegetation is likely to cause your ball to vanish so bring a few with you and play provisionals for those wayward tee shots.
Also it's well worth getting the course guide and looking closely before teeing off. There are some very cunningly placed hazards that will often trap those that just glance at the hole from the tee and bash a ball down.
My only gripe with the course is that it's not such good value. I was at the hotel for only one night so got a discounted deal rather than a free one but beware that published prices include nothing so the race rate of MUR 4400 doesn't include the cart (I think around MUR 1400) and doesn't include range balls which are a few MUR per bucket. Also there are no towels on the cart. This was an issue for me as I played the day after heavy rains so the course was muddy and there was plenty of ball and club washing to do.
On balance though a course that was fun and just like others on the island, with some views that will linger in the memory for some time.
7. The Crown Lodge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 202 reviews
One of the oldest racecourses in the world, Champ de Mars saw the first race on the 25th June 1812. While you enjoy the Show, our fully dedicated team will do its utmost to make your wish come true. Just sit back and enjoy the variety of drinks and canapes offered all day long by the house. Access to our private VIP box, all Inclusive rate. You will always find a friend to help you.
Reviewed By drifter1 - Barrow in Furness, England
Thank you to Jacques Ritter and his team for a most wonderful day out.
The whole experience from being picked up in a private car to travelling to Port Louis, introductions and explanation of what to expect during the days horse racing,Watching the races from a private box while being fed and offered lots to drink. Even though we didn't come away winning on the horses we had a fantastic day. I would highly recommend.
8. Taxi Service Mauritius
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
We pride ourselves on our customer service skills and we will do all we can to make the start of your holiday as stress free as possible. That means, we provide an air conditioned vehicle tailored to the number of passengers travelling and also according to the luggage requirements specified by you. Whether you are travelling for a business purpose or pleasure, just sit back and relax while we...
Reviewed By European_Traveller_2 - London, United Kingdom
I’ve used this company twice so far, from the airport and the tour of the south. I also have my return airport trip booked. The firm is very easy to communicate with via What’s App and they send email confirmation straight away. The drivers arrive promptly and are polite, well spoken, informative and friendly. Nishal was a hard working local, he told us lots about the history of Mauritius. Abu was the other driver I think, he was relaxed, good to talk to and also informative. A great firm that I would definitely recommend.
9. Bagatelle Mall of Mauritius
Overall Ratings
4 based on 316 reviews
Reviewed By Cadhlan - Nurmijarvi, Finland
I don't think any of the Mauritius malls compares to European ones shop selection wise, but if you want to have a shopping spree this is the best place to do it. Okay selection of stores, food court, free parking place and convenient location next to motor way. Easy to do together with Eureka Maison as it almost in the back yard of the mall.
10. Casela World of Adventures
Overall Ratings
4 based on 3 reviews
On the beautiful west coast of Mauritius atop the sugarcane fields with the majestic Rempart Mountain in the backdrop, lies Casela World of Adventures. Spreading over a surface of 250 hectares, Casela has successfully established itself as the leading attraction of the island with a plethora of activities for families and couples. Whether you choose to explore the safari on Quad, feed the giraffe or dive into the Canyons, Casela has got something for everyone. The park with is home to a wide variety of species and heart throbbing activities. Casela is known to be the only place in the world where visitors can swim with dolphins in the morning , have a camel safari ride at midday and walk with lions in the afternoon! A host of activities are included in the entrance.Add a little of African adventure to your holidays and experience one of the most exciting places in Mauritius!
Reviewed By Hanaa R
No proper indications,
No pram and therefore no wheel chain access.
I went with my 2 year old and it was more tiring than anything. We couldn't bring our food and we have specific dietary requirement.
The bus tours were a not properly organized we had to always change bus while having to carry exhausted kids or sleeping kids.
I was very disappointed.
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