Delightfully located in the heart of the Indian Ocean, both the Maldives and Mauritius are beautiful beyond words. These paradisaical realms (no exaggeration) with an otherworldly aura are undoubted gems of the Indian Ocean and justifiably make for the most preferred honeymoon destinations.
But when it comes to choosing between these two champs, you cannot help feeling stuck in a deep pool of disarrays. Both the destinations are extremely beautiful, utterly romantic and enjoy equal fame on Social Media; picking one of these is really tough.
Worry not for we’ve done a thorough research and bring you this step-by-step comparison of key aspects of a honeymoon. Check it out, and decide yourself which destination works the best for you.
Peace and Privacy
In the Maldives, each island has been owned by a resort. You as a guest have lots of privacy and freedom to indulge in. The ocean is right at your doors, and the beaches feel like your own private ones. Many of the resorts have spectacular overwater villas, where peace and privacy are disturbed only by the sea waves. Sounds like a dream honeymoon? No wonder, the Maldives is the unbeatable choice for honeymooners seeking serenity and seclusion.
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Beach resorts in Mauritius promise you a soothing mix of serenity and solace too. Although you might not find the kind of tranquility that the Maldives oozes. Greenery is ubiquitous and is sure to soothe your senses.
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Adventure Activities- Exhilaration Vs Relaxation!
Mauritius – Due to its rich geographical diversity, Mauritius has much more to enjoy than just sea, sand and sun. Places like Le Morne Cultural Landscape, Black River Gorges National Park, Crocodile & Giant Tortoises Park and Nature Reserve offer adventurous excursions galore. From kayaking and wildlife safaris to mountain trekking and cultural tours – there would be ample of fun activities to indulge in after you get bored of sun-soaking.
The Maldives – While there is no dearth of adventures in the Maldives, most of them are watersports – swimming, snorkeling, surfing (limited options), kayaking, island-hopping, and much more. But again, you might miss the on-ground exhilarations if you’re a hardcore adventure junky. Remember, a holiday in the Maldives is more about laid-back indulgence than anything else.
The Beaches- Magnificent Vs Magical
Beaches in Mauritius are amazingly beautiful with powdery white sands, turquoise waters and lots of greenery around them. Most of them are free for public and feature tourist facilities like dining, drinking, toilet, etc. The ones in the north are bit more tropical and secluded, while those in the east enjoy much popularity and hence are usually crowded.
The Maldives consists of over 1200 islands, hundreds of them are paradisaically inhabited and absolutely pristine. That’s the main difference between Maldives and Mauritius. The beaches here are so pure and pristine that you feel like in another world. The sea is clearer beyond beliefs. It won’t be an exaggeration if you call them otherworldly. The Vaadhoo Island, for instance, looks magical with its rare glowing tides that rinse the shore at night.
Nightlife
If you’re the kind of party-lovers, the Maldives is not the place for you! There might be some evening entertainment arranged by the resort, you’ll hardly find a buzzing club or casino like you have in your city.
Mauritius, on the other hand, is quite active during the night. Head to the Grand Baie to blend in the island’s lively vibes. A range of club, casinos, and discos here stay abuzz with grooving crowd enjoying foot-tapping music, and exotic drinks and cocktails. Quatre Bornes and Port Louis are other popular places for the nightlife junkies in Mauritius.
Holiday Budget
The Maldives is the best bet for those seeking pure indulgence. But remember, a holiday at its uber-luxurious resorts can burn a big hole in your pocket. A handful of cheaper options are available, though these are available when you book well in advance. Most resorts offer all-inclusive holidays.
Mauritius can be done a lot cheaper. Plenty of budget hotels and resorts here offer a comfortable stay at pocket-friendly budget. Even dining and shopping is reasonably priced. And the same goes for the activities. Make sure you do enough research before you book your flights and holidays for Mauritius.
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