Destination Guide: Golf in Mauritius

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MAURITIUS

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Mauritius is one of the most idyllic tropical islands on the planet. After winning more prestigious awards we have teamed up with Chaka Travel to look at the amazing luxury golf and resorts waiting for you . . .

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aving been awarded “Golf Destination of the Year” for Africa, the Indian Ocean and the Gulf States at the prestigious IAGTO awards, it’s clear that the island paradise of Mauritius is fast establishing itself as a remarkable golf destination on the international scene.

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The magical island paradise of Mauritius is known for its tropical island allure, with glittering cerulean waters, picture-perfect beaches lined with coconut palms and opulent luxury resorts that unfurl along magnificent stretches of this wonderful holiday destination. But over and above being an extraordinary destination

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Four Seasons Golf Club at Anahita Built to USGA standards and the first of its kind in Mauritius, our championship, Ernie Els-designed course makes the most of its tropical setting. Backed by lush mountains and fringed by the crystal-clear lagoon, its large fairways and six stunning oceanfront holes culminate in a final shot that is among the most spectacular in the world. Golf is complimentary and unlimited for all Four Seasons guests.

for loved-up couples looking for a superb escape or families seeking memorable holidays, Mauritius is an outstanding golfing destination for avid fans. In and amongst the undulating volcanic hills and tropical forests there is a staggering number of sublime golf courses in Mauritius which include anything from 9-hole courses to world-class 18-hole championship courses designed by the likes of Ernie Els, Peter Matkovich, Bernhard Langer, Rodney Wright, Hugh Biaocchi and Tony Johnstone.

The success and interest in this spectacular golfing island nods at the success of Mauritius’ efforts to boost the golf offerings by creating DESTINATION: MAURITIUS

Ile aux Cerfs Golf Club Designed by the famous Bernhard Langer, the golf club is accessible to players of all levels.

The course covers 38 hectares on the southern half of the Ile aux Cerfs Island with the holes snaking up and down the length of the island. All 18 holes of this island golf have views of the ocean – some with glimpses across clearings through the trees; others by coming close to the shore. www.exclusivegolfandtravel.co.uk

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DESTINATION: MAURITIUS magnificent golf courses and facilities that people are willing (and want) to travel far and wide for.

The island is now home to over 12 exceptional courses, many of which boast challenging courses that are designed by legends in the golfing world.

Since Mauritius has fast become a coveted golfing destination, it’s not difficult to understand why the European, Asian, Sunshine and Senior Tour has opted to set base for some of the reputed professional tournaments of the season. It’s the perfect place to host epic golf tournaments that participants aren’t likely to forget any time soon. Which is exactly the reason why it’s the chosen location for the AfrAsia Bank Mauritius Open and the MCB Senior Open.

MAURITIUS FACT FILE Capital: Port Louis Currency: Mauritian rupee Continent: Africa Population: 1.263 million

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GOLF COURSES • Four Seasons Golf Club • Ile Aux Cerfs GC • Heritage GC • Belle Mare Plage Legend GC • Belle Mare Plage Links GC • Avalon GC • Mont Choisy GC • Tamarina GC • Mauritius Golf Resorts

• Anahita The Resort • Constance Belle Mare Plage • Constance Le Prince Maurice • Four Seasons Mauritius • Heritage Awali • Heritage Le Telfair • Long Beach Resort • Shangri-La’s Le Touessrok

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Chaka Travel are the world’s leading Mauritius golf holidays specialist. They provide golf breaks to all the islands amazing resorts and have a first hand knowledge of all the Mauritius golf courses.

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haka Travel have stayed and played at some of the finest golf resorts in Mauritius.

As well as creating perfect luxury golf holidays Chaka Travel also hold regular tournament golf holidays and escorted golf tours at the best golf courses in Mauritius.

Aside from the golf, the island is the perfect place to relax with miles of clean spacious beaches where you enjoy the year-round wonderful climate for a luxury Mauritius golf holiday.

Mauritius golfing holidays are a real speciality of Chaka Travel. Combining excellent golf courses with great value high-quality accommodation and the natural beauty of the island they consider

this to be the best long-haul golfing holiday destination in the world.

Chaka Travel have been at the forefront of the development of golfing holidays to Mauritius. In the early nineties, Chaka Travel were the only company to send golfers to the island when the only ‘proper’ courses available were the Legend Golf Course at Belle Mare Plage and Beachcomber Paradis Golf Course.

Now they are able to provide golfing holidays to more than a dozen resorts with most offering free green fees to residents.

Mauritius has now matured into a serious golfing destination and Chaka Travel are the perfect team to organise you dream getaway.

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CONSTANCE BELLE MARE PLAGE MAURITIUS GOLF HOLIDAY 12 NIGHTS FROM £2,295 PP Half Board, flights & private transfers This five-star resort has a relaxed informal atmosphere which we can’t recommend highly enough and having visited the Belle Mare Plage many times, it just seems to get better and better.

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HERITAGE AWALI ALL INCLUSIVE MAURITIUS GOLF HOLIDAY 12 NIGHTS FROM £2,295 PP All Inclusive, flights & private transfers We are huge fans of the fabulous Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort on the paradise island of Mauritius. A luxurious resort located between sea and mountain and facing the tropical sunset on an unspoilt part of the island.

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SHANGRI-LA’S LE TOUESSROK RESORT & SPA MAURITIUS

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12 NIGHTS FROM £2,195 PP Half Board, flights, private transfers Play on the unique “golf island” designed by the famous golf champion Bernhard Langer. The 18-hole championship golf course covers the northern half of the Île aux Cerfs.

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ANAHITA GOLF & SPA RESORT, MAURITIUS 2019 14 NIGHTS FROM £2,845 PP Half board, flights, transfers Anahita the Resort is located on the East coast of Mauritius, set in a spectacular landscape surrounded by an Ernie Els designed 18 hole championship golf course.

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