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Mauritius is known for its beautiful landscape and diverse wildlife, and Blue Bay Marine Park is a great place to start if you want to experience the island's natural wonders. If you decide to visit the park, you can rest assured there will be a number of activities to keep you occupied, while letting you see stunning flora and fauna from within touching distance. The 353-hectare park is situated on the south-east coast of the island and is home to many of the region's endemic marine life. Development on the island led to certain species becoming endangered and so it was designated a national park in 1997 as part of conservation efforts in order to preserve the area's ecosystems. One of the best ways to explore Blue Bay Marine Park is by glass-bottomed boat, with this mode of transport being a favourite with most tourists. The waters of the lagoon are made up of many different shades of blue, making it easy to see why the park earned its name. However, the stunning colours of the ocean are just one part of the amazing sights you can view while in a glass-bottomed boat, with various species of plant and animal life visible underneath your feet. Keen to get a little closer? Mauritius has excellent waters and facilities for snorkelling, meaning you can jump in and see the marine life right in front of your eyes. The average depth you will go down to is 5.5 metres, as this is where visibility is highest, with this distance providing you with optimal conditions for seeing the underwater scenery around you. Over 50 species of coral have been identified at Blue Bay Marine Park and there are also mangroves, sea grasses and algae growing at these depths. If you are more interested in marine animals, you will not be disappointed, as the waters are teeming with various populations of fish and other sea creatures. These include damselfish, butterfly fish, pipefish, surgeonfish and trumpet fish, with the latter being the hardest to spot, as it tries to blend in against the coral by swimming vertically. Mingling with these denizens of the deep will no doubt keep you occupied for some time, but should you decide you want to try other activities, there are plenty available. Water sports are particularly popular, with water skiing and scuba diving both on offer at the park - although due to a zoning scheme brought in to conserve the marine life, you will need to keep to specific areas. Hoping to get out of the water entirely? Blue Bay Marine Park is located near some of the best white sand beaches in Mauritius, meaning you can spend an afternoon soaking up the sun's rays during your luxury holiday. Those staying at the Shandrani Hotel are perfectly located next to the park, with the attraction just a short journey away. However, if you decide to spend time at the hotel instead, there are a number of amenities to take advantage of. If a day at Blue Bay Marine Park has worked up your appetite, you can pick from a selection of excellent restaurants. The hotel also has great facilities for children, with the Bob Marlin Mini Club allowing them to take part in indoor games, entertainment shows and a variety of other activities. Looking for Mauritius family holidays? Visit Beachcomber Tours for a range of options, including accommodation at the Shandrani Hotel if you want to visit Blue Bay Marine Park. Beachcomber Mauritius breaks are among the best, so take a look at our offerings today.
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