Mandar and His Partner’s Mauritian Escape with Thrillophilia
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Rating: ★★★★★
Travellers: Mandar Sabnis
Trip Duration: 7 Days | 6 Nights
Date of Travel: 15 Oct 2022 - 21 Oct 2022
Package Booked: Mauritius Tour Package 7D 6N
Mandar Sabnis’s primary reason for choosing Mauritius was primarily for its leisure pace. It was a destination that wasn’t defined by constant movement or packed schedules but by expansive coastlines, comfortable stays, and just enough variety to make each day stand out.
When Mandar was first connected to Divyanshu at Thrillophilia, he listed his main objective as relaxation at a slow pace but one that doesn’t feel like an absolute drag. He also didn’t want to have to deal with any mid-trip logistics after landing or have any aspect ruin their trip due to misplanning.
And Divyanshu and the team? They listened.
Over the next few days, Mandar saw his itinerary being built. The team consulted him several times, confirming his preferences, dislikes, and preferred pace for each day along with recommendations that suited Mandar’s vision for the trip. Through availability checks, route mapping, activity bookings, and guided sightseeing plans, the itinerary which resulted felt tailor-made for Mandar and his partner.
By this time, he has already learned to trust Thrillophilia, and getting on the plane to Mauritius was just the start of it all.
Arriving at the Paradise on Earth
For Mandar and his partner Mauritius didn’t introduce itself with a checklist to rush through, but to slow down and take it all in. After arriving on the island, they were comfortably transferred to Laguna Beach Hotel & Spa, their home for the next six days.
Mandar had already seen pictures of the beautiful property that was their accommodation beforehand, but what he didn’t expect was how it would feel in real life. With the resort opening directly onto the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, there was little urgency to head anywhere else. The rest of the day unfolded at its own pace, with a leisurely stroll along the beach, a quiet dinner overlooking the sea, and the comforting realisation that he was finally experiencing what he had envisioned for so long, with his partner.
Their first excursion the next day took them into the greener, volcanic heart of Mauritius. The South Island tour revealed that the destination was much more than what Google showed them. Standing atop the dormant volcanic crater of Trou aux Cerfs, they took in sweeping 360-degree views stretching across the island's forests, towns, and distant coastline.
Returning to the resort later that evening, the contrast between the island's rugged interior and the calm shoreline made the experience feel complete, offering two very different faces of Mauritius within a single day.
Exploring the Islands Beyond Its Beaches
The North Mauritius tour led Mandar through Port Louis, where colonial architecture, bustling streets, and the lively waterfront reflected the country’s multicultural roots. A visit to the Champ de Mars Racecourse, the oldest horse-racing club in the Southern Hemisphere, added an interesting historical perspective, while the city's markets and public squares revealed the everyday rhythm of Mauritian life.
The itinerary then shifted gears with a day at Casela Adventure Park. Surrounded by expansive natural landscapes, the park offered a mix of wildlife encounters, outdoor activities, and panoramic viewpoints. It brought a welcome dose of adventure to the holiday while still preserving the relaxed atmosphere that had defined their Mauritius experience from the very beginning.
Île aux Cerfs Excursion as the Trip Highlight
The excursion to Île aux Cerfs turned out to be one of the most defining moments of Mandar and his partner’s holiday. The journey itself began with a thrilling speedboat ride across the turquoise lagoon, setting the tone for a day surrounded by some of Mauritius’ most spectacular coastal scenery. Once on the island, the white-sand beaches and remarkably clear waters made it easy to understand why Île aux Cerfs is considered one of the country’s most unique destinations.
Unlike the sightseeing of previous days, this experience was all about embracing the island's tropical beauty at its own leisurely pace before returning to Laguna Beach Hotel & Spa with yet another side of Mauritius etched into memory.
The Day That Didn't Need a Plan
By the sixth day, Mandar and his partner had already experienced Mauritius from its volcanic highlands to its lively towns and pristine offshore islands. Having a day at leisure felt less like a break in the itinerary and more like an intentional part of it.
Mandar decided to make the most out of their stay at Laguna Beach Hotel & Spa, experiencing its peaceful beachfront setting, unhurried meals, and ocean views. With no transfer or schedules to follow, the day became an opportunity to revisit everything they had enjoyed about the island, from its slower pace to the warm hospitability.
They boarded their flight back home the next day with six days of memories of being happy by simply being somewhere.
Mandar’s Review and Thrillophilia’s Management
After spending six nights surrounded by turquoise waters, without a single worry about trip logistics, Mandar’s Mauritius review on Thrillophilia's platform highlighted how easily accessible the team was throughout the trip.
“Thank you team for making such a nice arrangement for our Mauritius vacation. Special thanks to Vikas and very appealable thing was he was all time reachable. Thank you for making such a wonderful memory for us.”
The only way to ensure a traveller genuinely enjoys their holiday is by ensuring accessibility first. Mandar didn't feel apprehensive, worried, or hassled at any point during those seven days. Because he knew for every doubt, Vikas from Thrillophilia was always just a phone call away, along with multiple emergency contacts as per the list provided to him before departure.
And that meant everything to him.
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