Description
The Anahita Wilderness Sanctuary stretches along 6 kilometres of uninterrupted shoreline on the east coast of Mauritius. Just a 45-minute drive from the airport, the hideaway of Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita occupies one of the sanctuary’s most brilliant settings, on a vast lagoon sheltered by coral-reef barriers.
This Four Seasons Resort offers 132 spacious villas and private residences designed to inspire a connection with the natural surroundings. The Beach and Ocean Pool Villas and Presidential Suite are located on the private island, Ile aux Chats, while the Mangrove Pool Villas, Garden Pool Villas and Private Residences are all on the mainland. Large windows and doors create an airy feeling of space with indoor/outdoor living, and provide inspiring views in all directions. All the villas feature a private landscaped terrace with a private plunge pool, an open-air bathroom, private outdoor garden shower and are brimming with state of the art comforts.
The resort features an eclectic mix of dining experiences to suit any mood. There are four restaurants to chose from and the casual O-Bar as an alternative more relaxed venue, which ensure that guests are spoiled for choice. Most of the restaurants have amazing ocean views and the at Le Club diners can enjoy the green perspectives of the 18th hole.
The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita is located on the soothing waters of the Indian Ocean, nestled in vibrant mangrove islets. The range of therapies on offer reflects the cultural mix of Mauritius, drawing on Indian, African, Chinese and European traditions while employing natural indigenous ingredients. There are six double treatment suites equipped with steam and outdoor showers which provide the perfect sanctuary for a couple's retreat.
Designed by Ernie Els, the Four Seasons Golf Club Mauritius is a 7,440-yard, 18-hole, par-72 championship course with large fairways and five sets of tees. Six stunning oceanfront holes culminate in a final shot that is among the most spectacular in the world. As well as golf, for the more active there are two Astro Turf Wimbledon inspired tennis courts, a state of the art fitness centre and the water sports centre with a huge range of sports which promise to offer the ultimate adrenaline rush.
The ’kids for all seasons’ programme is also available for younger guests and teenagers, offering fun and educational experiences including line fishing, crab hunting, mini-tennis and mini golf, local crafts and tropical treasure hunts. Children can also make their own dodo cookies in their private bakery.
For teenagers aged 13 and above, Karokan offers a relaxing hangout away from the rest of the family. In addition to computers, pool table, table tennis, table football and video game consoles, the Centre has its own disco with a DJ balcony. Children can also enjoy the chance to try out a variety of diving and water sports as well as introductions to golf and tennis.
The ever helpful concierge would be pleased to suggest and help to arrange suitable activities for all the family's ages and interests.
Guide price
£3,725 Per person
£3,725 per person based on 2 people sharing a Garden Pool Villa for 7 nights on a Half Board basis, including British Airways flights and transfers.
Accommodation
Accommodation comprises 50 Beach or Ocean Pool Villas, 26 Mangrove Pool Villas, 14 Garden Pool Villas, 1 Presidential Suite, 20 Two-Bedroom, 12 Three-Bedroom, 4 Four-Bedroom, 3 Five-Bedroom and 1 Six-Bedroom Residences, plus 1 Five-Bedroom Royal Villa. The rooms have thatched roofs and encompass natural woods, volcanic stone and other indigenous materials bringing the flavour of Mauritius indoors.
All accommodations feature a private landscaped terrace with plunge pool, an open-air bathroom with deep soaking tub and a private exotic outdoor garden shower, and high-tech convenience with plasma televisions, DVD players, iPod docking stations, wireless Internet connectivity and tea/coffee-making facilities.
The Garden Pool Villas, Mangrove Pool Villas and residence villas are situated on the mainland. Lagoon Pool Villas and the Presidential Suite are located on a private 4.5-hectare island, Ile aux Chats.
Childcare
'Kids For All Seasons' is the excellent child care facility available to younger guests aged between 4 and 12 years of age. The Kids’ Club Village includes its own swimming/paddling pool, amphitheatre, bakery, quiet room, film-viewing area, playground and playroom, all supervised by friendly and dedicated Kids’ Club staff. The complimentary Kids For All Seasons programme takes its inspiration from the Resort’s tropical environment, expansive grounds and traditional Mauritian elements.
For teenagers aged 13 and above, Karokan offers a relaxing hangout away from the rest of the family. In addition to computers, pool table, table tennis, table football and video game consoles, the centre has its own disco with a DJ balcony.
A full baby sitting service is available on request.
Facilities
The Four Seasons resort offers an 12 room spa, open between 08.00-21.00 daily. It is situated within mangrove islets, and offers a range of traditional and luxurious treatments. There are two infinity pools, and a separate children's pool. The 18-hole par 72 Ernie Els signature golf course has a complimentary golf cart service, and lessons and equipment available at additional costs. For more active guests, the state of the art fitness centre has a semi-Olympic lap pool, steam room, weights room and qualified trainers. The two Astro Wimbledon tennis courts are open from 07.00-21.00 daily. The Four Seasons Resort offers a range of fine cuisine within the four restaurants, and the O-Bar is a sophisticated lounge area, adding to the relaxing nature of the resort.
Activities
Four Seasons Resort offers a diverse range of activities on and off the water including unlimited complimentary golf (including green fees and golf cart), water skiing, snorkelling, kayaking, windsurfing, pedalo, Hobie Cat sailing, tennis (including equipment) and a fully equipped fitness centre with a wide range of fitness classes. Other activities that can be arranged by the resort include horse riding, go-karting, archery, jungle trekking, hiking, scuba diving, small and big game fishing, kite surfing, parasailing, zip lining, glass bottom boat, deluxe catamaran cruises and helicopter tours.
Services
Babysitting services available with an additional charge. In villa dining is available to guests serving the same cuisine as provided in the restaurants, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There is also a shuttle service to the Four Seasons private island, Ile aux Cerfs.
When to travel
Mauritius enjoys a typically tropical climate with year-round heat, although the southeast trade winds help it never to feel too muggy. The summer months are from December to April, when it can nevertheless be extremely humid, and the winter, such as it is, runs from May to November, and is cooler and drier.
The best months to visit Mauritius are May to early December. January and February, the peak cyclone months, are best avoided by water-sports enthusiasts and divers. Cyclones rarely hit Mauritius (although Rodrigues has suffered far more regularly than the mainland) but cyclones way out at sea can bring days of squally rain.
Coastal temperatures range between 25°C and 33°C in summer and between 18°C and 24°C in winter. On the plateau it will be some 5°C cooler. The highlands are also the wettest part of the island – it can rain here at any time of year, and even when it’s not raining the area can be cloaked in low-lying cloud. When the winds are at their strongest in July and August it can be blustery on the east coast, though the breeze brings welcome relief in summer.
Apart from the Christmas-New Year peak, Mauritius doesn’t really have high and low seasons. The situation is more dependent on outside factors (such as the French school holidays, which cause a big increase in demand and prices in August).
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Location and directions
East Coast, Mauritius
The Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita is on the east coast of Mauritius, and is a 50 minute drive from the airport. The east coast of Mauritius is dotted with several lagoons and tiny cove-beaches ensuring shelter from the cool southeast trade winds, as well as the stunning long stretch of beach named Belle Mare. Mauritius is located in the Indian Ocean, and is situated off the southeast coast of the African continent, just 900km east of Madagascar.
How to get there
Mauritius can be accessed by a 12-hour international flight from London airport Heathrow. It is also a 4-hour flight from Johannesburg, or a 6-hour flight from Dubai. The airport is located in the south of Mauritius, and the main method of transport is by taxi or private car when on the island. The east coast is approximately a 25km drive from the airport.
