Grab a board and discover the waters off Mauritius

Mauritius is the Indian Ocean's idyllic, island gem with a sunny disposition (almost) all year round, gorgeous, turquoise waters and views that go on forever. Sounds like the perfect place to put on a swim suit and dive in, and it is! Watersports are a staple on any Mauritian holiday, whether you're a novice or an established water baby. There are the more sedate options like stand-up paddleboarding where you'll find your 'lagoon legs' and the increasingly adrenaline-inducing activities like windsurfing, waterskiing and parasailing. Skip the peak heat of summer with a winter trip (May - October) when the sun remains but the humidity has died down.