Sport in Mauritius

Tourism Sport events in Mauritius

Discover Mauritius Island differently, If many are visiting the island only for sunbathing and relaxation others want more of this unique adventure, for the sport and nature lovers we have choosen some sports events that will make your holidays an unforgetable and fun adventure ! Exclusive events set up for you, with experienced partners, to discover in an original way the Island, its population and its breathtaking sceneries. Some of our events are already classical annual events: enrolling to them will allow you to win superb prizes and trophies, while meeting professionals and champions in a friendly and memorable atmosphere.

 

 

 

INDIAN OCEAN TRIATHLON

23 November 2013
The professional organization, the friendly atmosphere, the beautiful lagoon of Le Morne, the fantastic and challenging Chamarel climb, the southern coastal roads and the tropical scenery have all greatly contributed to make this triathlon as "one of the most beautiful triathlon in the world!"
The Indian Ocean Triathlon route is playful. It is open to any sport oriented individual and offers breathtaking views of the south of Mauritius Island. 1.8km of swimming in Le Morne lagoon among colorful fish and all shapes of corals;  55 km of cycling on country and coastal roads towards Le Morne;  12 km of running in a circuit to finish at Le Morne public beach; and accommodation in the sumptuous settings of LUX* Le Morne resort.  For a sportive, what better way to discover Mauritius island than mixing both holidays and sports competition

 

 

 

MTB Cycle Tour

Date: September 01th - September 08th, 2014

 

Look Cycling Event

Date: November 18th - November 23th, 2014

 

Omnicane Southern Tropical Challenge MTB

Date: November 27th - November 30th, 2014

 

 

Beach Rugby

December 13th - December 14th, 2014

 

LUX* Sports, 974 Actions Reunion (Esprit Beach - Beach Rugby Indian Ocean) and the Rugby Union of Mauritius have enter into a partnership to organize this fantastic and exciting annual beach rugby tournament (Touch Rugby). From your hotel room, straight to the playing ground: the event takes place at Tamassa hotel, on its internal beach!

 

 

 

Kiteival Mauritius

From July 26th - August 02th, 2014

Kiteival is the first and unique Annual Kite Surf Festival occurring in different stages all around Mauritius, in one event!The first edition has been a real and promising success with 37 "pioneer" participants,including pros, international and local kiters. The festival is opened to all levels of kitesurfing. For amateurs, interaction and proximity with professionals remains a fantastic and memorable experience

 

 

 

 

Dodo Trail 2014

13th of July 2014 – 4th edition

 

 

An exploration of Mauritius by the peaks, the "single tracks". A treacherous trail, the vertical, the aerial, percentages rarely seen on the races. Crossing the universe and landscapes with a single positive altitude of 3500 mts. The Finish line will be on one of the most beautiful beaches of the island at hotel La Pirogue. Xtreme Dodo trail: 50 km Departure at Baie du Cap, to go through the Piton La Prairie, the Piton Fouge, Piton Canot and Chamarel, Grand Piton Piton de la Riviere Noire, just to name a few, with a grand arrival at the hotel La Pirogue Flic en Flac.

 

 

 

 

Royal Raid Mauritius

May 11th - May 11th, 2013
The 1st and fantastic Mauritian mountain run will lead you inside the south west of our Island and makes you discover unforgettable tropical sceneries. Royal Raid consists of 2 races being held simultaneously: a race of 80 km and a race of 35km. Friendly atmosphere and finish at your hotel Tamassa on the beach!

 

 

Fishing Tournament 2015

The Mauritius Billfish Release International Tournament

 

January 26th - January 31th, 2015

The Mauritius Billfish Release International Tournament is a beautiful international annual Released fishing tournament which takes place in Mauritius, on the west and south west coast of the Island, in front of Le Morne and Black River: the best spots for deep sea fishing in Mauritius and among the best in the world! IGFA Offshore World Championship Qualifying tournament

 

 

 

 

Pascal Mamet - Mauritius Sports Photographer