Though Valentine’s Day can seem like a consumer-driven event at times, there is certainly nothing wrong in showing some more love! Plus, you can always opt for eco friendly and ethical options to celebrate the most romantic day of the year. Here’s all the inspiration you need to plan a memorable and conscious Valentine’s Day for your significant other in Mauritius.
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Valentine’s Day in Mauritius: Gift ideas
1. A dinner date in a restaurant with romantic atmosphere
LE CHAMAREL RESTAURANT (SOUTH)
Celebrate love with a fantastic lunch experience and a stunning view over mountainous landscape and across to the captivating coastline at Le Chamarel. Le Chamarel has the perfect peaceful bucolic ambiance you’re looking for on Valentine’s Day. The menu here is Rs1890 and they have delicous vegetarian options too! Book your table at : 483 4421.
20 DEGRÉS SUD RELAIS & CHATEAUX (NORTH)
The restaurant 20 Degrés Sud, located in a 5 star boutique hotel, will surprise your soulmate with a romantic and elegant dinner in a secret spot. Treat your partner with an ecquisite 5-course romantic dinner in the romantic atmosphere of a privatized place for a truly memorable night, for Rs3500/person on Deals.mu. For an extra romantic touch, you can also get the spot decorated to wow your partner. Unfortunately, they don’t seem to offer vegetarian menu options.
NOMAD (WEST)
The restaurant NOMAD in Black River usually offers a Valentine’s Day special menu (last year, it was Rs1900/person). With its fairy lights, the place offers a magical setting as well for a romantic date dinner. What’s more? It usually also has a vegetarian-friendly menu option.
DOMAINE ANNA (WEST)
Another magical place for a peaceful and romantic dinner is Domaine Anna. In fact, many weddings are also organized there. You can’t go more romantic than booking one of their kiosks in the garden overlooking the pond. At night, the reflections of the torches that shimmer in the water exhale a magical and unique atmosphere. Prices are also very affordable for a subtle gastronomic dinner. For Valentine’s Day, Domain Anna usually offers a special buffet at around Rs 2100 / person. Book your table at 453 9650 or info@domaineanna.mu or via WhatsApp at 5776 1476.
DIX-NEUF (WEST)
2. Make her feel like a princess with a romantic dinner in a castle !
Dining in a castle can be a unique and romantic experience for Valentine’s Day. The ambiance and atmosphere can provide a special and intimate setting for couples to celebrate their love for each other.
Le chateau de Bel Ombre (South)
How about a gastronomic experience in a castle ? Splurge with a 5 course gastronomic menu (around Rs4900 / person) at Le Chateau de Bel Ombre... Book your table at : 601 5529 / 5511 5888 or by email at booking@lechateaudebelombre.com.
CHÂTEAU MON DÉSIR (NORTH)
Go for a romantic 6-course gourmet dinner specially prepare by the Chef Nallan with his brigade at the enchanting Château Mon Désir, accompanied with live piano music. Around Rs 3890/ person. Reservation on: meeting.mau@maritim.com or 2041000.
3. A surprise intimate candlelit dinner
A candlelit dinner is as green as it is romantic. Cook at home for your loved one, or organize a surprise dinner in beautiful and intimate settings. Here are a few restaurants offering such an experience for Valentine’s day.
candlelit dinner on the beach
Some resorts in Mauritius organize intimate romantic candlelight dinners on the beach, for example The Oberoi Beach Resort for 260 USD per couple, LUX* Le Morne from 1100 Eur per couple, One&Only Resorts Le Saint Geran at 32000 Rs per couple, Veranda Paul and Virginie at 8000 Rs per couple, or Le Jadis Beach Resort.
La table du Château restaurant
How about a candlelight dinner in front of a beautiful castle? The restaurant La Table du Château offers a 3-course menu for a fine dining experience.
4. A romantic picnic on the beach
Pack a picnic basket and blanket, and head to one of the many stunning beaches for a romantic picnic. If you want help in organizing an intimate, sweet picnic set-up, Douze Picnics can make it happen. Check out their previous realizations and ask for a quote here.
5. Sunset on a boat
Moon bar’k Mauritius (west)
The recently opened Moon Bar’k Mauritius restaurant on a boat is offering a beautiful Valentine’s dinner, and we’re giving them extra points for offering also a very yummy vegetarian option ♡♡♡. The avocado trilogy as a starter and homemade mushroom and ricotta ravioli with spinach cream perfumed with cumin. Rs 2200 / person. To book, send a message on Whatsapp at 55 19 68 31.
6. A staycation in a resort
Check our guide on the Best Mauritius Resorts for Couples—an exquisite compilation of adults-only havens designed to elevate your romantic escape to the enchanting island of Mauritius. These resorts offer idyllic backdrops for couples seeking quality time.
7. Seasonal locally-grown florals are always a great option
Who doesn’t love a beautiful bouquet of blooms? Seasonal, locally grown flowers is a more sustainable choice. Some common seasonal flowers in Mauritius in February include frangipani, hibiscus, bird of paradise, and bougainvillea. If you’d like to go for the classic roses but want to keep your impact on the planet low, pay attention to source roses that are locally grown and not imported. Roses are not usually blooming in February in Mauritius, they are also often grown using chemicals and pesticides which can harm the environment and require a lot of water to grow. Consider also the amount of plastic wrapping flowers come in too. Choose a potted plant instead and it will also last longer!
> Purchase from your local florist.
> Follow one of those very active Facebook groups to purchase and sell flowers: this one or this one.
> You can also order online choosing from our list of online flower delivery services in Mauritius.
8. Handmade crafts
Just because you’re an adult now, it doesn’t mean you can’t still make your own Valentine’s cards. This doesn’t cost much and is very meaningful. You could also write a good old-fashioned love letter or a poem. If you’re really not keen on making your own, search for handmade gifts “made in Mauritius”. You’ll find some on Y Craftastic Gifts for example. And if you’re willing to spoil your girlfriend or wife, you can’t really go wrong with handmade jewelry. Check out our article about local jewelry artisans here.
9. Gift a tree!
Gift your sweetheart and gift the planet at the same time by planting trees for your loved one. There are more and more organizations offering this service, for example, check out One Tree Planted here (1 tree= 1 USD). By donating to plant trees, you will support community-led planting projects that aim to restore Africa, contributing to large-scale reforestation across 27 countries. Both you and your loved one will receive a personalized tree certificate to thank you for your donation and your giftee will get a custom e-card created by you on your date of choice. They will also send you updates about this project, so you can track the impact your trees are having on the community and environment.
10. Surprise him with elegant and sexy lingerie made in Mauritius
Sublime Seduction is a Mauritian brand of lingerie made in Mauritius, launched in 2012 by designer Zinaida A. Ramjan. It was created out of a vision to design a fashion lingerie brand that allies trendsetting styles, high quality, and comfort and has grown to become one of the hottest names in the intimate apparel industry. And it’s also affordable with pieces starting from Rs700. Purchase directly online and get delivered at home. Go to their online shop here or directly to their Valentines’ collection here.
11. A relaxing couple spa day
Give each other a massage, or treat yourselves to a relaxing couple spa day at one of the many luxury spas in Mauritius. Check our article on the best spas in Mauritius.
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