Blogs from Mauritius, Africa - page 4

Geo: -20.41, 57.7Final trip to the doctor to get the stitches removed, and we were heading back over the island to Mahebourg. We had made reservations to stay at the same place as before, Le Bamboo. Got ourselves settled in and got on the bikes to go find lunch. There was a place on the waterfront that had received mixed reviews but intrigued us so we decided to check it out.We were hooked! Sitting outside under an umbrella with the waterfront stretching out into the distant mountains, what a view. For us, the view and service kept us coming back day after day. Our rationalization, eat there during the day and fix our own dinner at night. Worked for us. We decided we enjoyed Mahebourg best while we were here. It was so easy to bike ... read more

Geo: -20.02, 57.58While Robert was still unable to move freely we decided to check out another possible place to stay or possibly go on a tour with them or get transport back across to Mahebourg. Finally found Ebrahaim Tours ( google maps failed us) and looked at their rooms which were quite nice and reasonably priced. They were also on the main drag right across from the beach. Maybe if we ever return. Unfortunately, the tour was another matter. Pushy lady at the desk, prices changing as we spoke, decided not to go with them.That night for dinner decided to check out Zorba's down on the waterfront. Newly opened and run by a Greek hoped for some good food. Nice portions but was not quite what we were expecting but still enjoyed the evening and then ... read more

Geo: -20.02, 57.58Got up and fixed coffee and cereal and decided that Robert's leg did need some attention because the wound looked fairly deep. Asked Vivek where we should go and recommended a clinic nearby and called a taxi for us. Once again we were reminded that we need to carry copies of our passports with us always! They were able to treat Robert anyway. This Medical Center is very professional and well equipped for all types of treatment. The treatment: gave him some pain killing shots before they began to clean him up and gave him two stitches and did quite a bandage job on his knee and toe and some antibiotics. Total bill: 1515.24 rupees or $47!!! He will need to come back in five days to have the stitches removed.We were very impressed ... read more

Geo: -20.4228, 57.7088Decided to have an adventure and bicycle over to Blue Bay which was around the island from Mahebourg. We were traveling on a two lane road but the drivers were very courteous and gave us the road as we traveled along. There were stunning views of the open water and Lions Head in the distance.chWe stopped at a new reserve for the mangroves and wetlands. It was low tide and there was not much water but there were a few birds in there hunting. Rode on and arrived at Blue Bay. Walked our bikes over to the public beach and rested, hydrated and had a snack.Watched people coming and going from boat tours around the island. Looks like this part of the island is exclusive hotels with very little public area right on the ... read more

Geo: -20.41, 57.7Our flight was delayed leaving JNB and we did not finish clearing customs until around 7:30 but were so thankful when we cleared it all and there were our names on a cardboard sign.............Le Bamboo no longer has a restaurant or bar as we had read. Even though we were tired thought it would be nice to relax with a drink. We had bought some samosas from a street vendor and now just need a drink. Krishna offered to take us to find something to drink. Drove around the neighborhood and everything was closed. Drove us across the longest bridge ....not very long to an area where we found a oriental man standing outside his business visiting with someone. Krishna gets out and talks to him. Oh, he has a pinotage and some cold ... read more