A Mauritian sojourn to Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa

Imagine a place where your morning alarm clock is the gentle whoosh of blue waves breaking on golden sand beaches. A place where your own playground encompasses 36 acres of lush tropical gardens, sparkling swimming pools and exquisite restaurants. A place where your wellbeing, relaxation and positive energy are given top priority. Welcome to Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa.

Nuzzled into the southern tip of the enchanting island of Mauritius, the five-star property welcomes you to lose yourself in a world of pure luxury and privacy. The 61 elegantly appointed, thatched-roofed suites and villas await your arrival, each bestowed with dazzling features that blur the lines between indoor/outdoor living, with the soft touch of sand only moments away. Panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows showcase stunning ocean views framed by dancing palm trees that shake gently with the sea breeze. Call a villa home for your stay and enjoy the luxury of a dedicated butler at your disposal, alongside your own private pool where you can soak up the Mauritian sun.

Stray from your abode of tropical opulence to discover more of this dreamy property which is rooted in the ancient wisdom of Vastu Shastra and designed to create an atmosphere of balance, energy and tranquillity. At Shanti Spa, place yourself in the hands of expert therapists who guide you on a holistic journey to mind, body and soul rejuvenation. Spanning 7,500 square metres, the spa is one of the largest in the Indian Ocean and you can enjoy three complimentary yoga sessions every day as well as a personal consultation with the resort’s Ayurvedic Doctor.

The property boasts three restaurants that serve up a smorgasbord of flavours and tastes. At Stars, the culinary arts of Africa and Asia meet under one roof in a gorgeous setting of mahogany woods. You can indulge your seafood cravings at the Fish Market or savour the spectacular, foliage-filled setting of La Kaze Mama, where the property’s locally grown herbs and vegetables take centre stage alongside age-old Mauritian recipes. If you seek a more rustic setting, call into the Rum Shed Bar & Grill and sip on a selection of local and international rums, paired with scrumptious bites from the wood-fire oven and barbecue.

For something more intimate, make a reservation for the Private Fish Shack Experience; a feet-in-the-sand, open-air experience where you are looked after by your own private butler and freshly grilled seafood and barbecue specialities are on the menu. Or if you prefer a more simple but no less romantic culinary event, allow the property’s chefs to curate a picnic basket for you and embrace alfresco dining across the massive estate. There’s also an opportunity to keep your meal plans on track thanks to the Private Wellness Chef experience, where the Executive Chef curates a bespoke programme for the length of your stay.

Little ones will also be given the VIP experience at the Shanti Kids Club. Spread out over 2,000 square metres and ideal for children aged from four months to 12 years, there’s a plethora of exciting activities in which to take part including watching a movie underneath the stars at the open-air cinema, water sports, flower-making and musical games. And while the children are kept busy, you can swing by Avalon Golf Estate for a complimentary round on the 18-hole course with golf cart and transfers included.