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A row of luxurious, thatched roof water villas sit along a wooden walkway on bright turquoise water in the Maldives, Indian Ocean.

Indian Ocean Holidays


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Indian Ocean holidays offer complete relaxation with tropical white sand beaches, swaying palm trees and glistening turquoise waters.

Maldives, Mauritius, the Seychelles, Réunion and Rodrigues are a collection of unique and breathtaking Indian Ocean islands where you can unwind on stunning secluded beaches, discover vibrant marine life amid colourful tropical reefs and explore excellent walking trails in spectacular national parks. Combined with the beautiful beaches of Zanzibar and Sri Lanka, the Indian Ocean has something for everyone.

From incredible overwater villas in the Maldives to intimate hideaways in Mauritius and boutique beachfront cottages in the Seychelles, holidays to the Indian Ocean offer a true slice of paradise. The Indian Ocean is not just home to some of the world’s most spectacular beaches, crystal clear waters and warm sunshine; some of the most luxurious hotels are also found on these sandy shores, including boutique hotels and all inclusive resorts. Whether you are looking for a tranquil beach resort, an exclusive private island offering barefoot luxury or a private pool villa suspended over the turquoise waters, the Indian Ocean offers the perfect stay.

Trailfinders offers a range of Indian Ocean holidays and our expert travel consultants are a mine of information about what to do here, often with first-hand travel experience. Whether you want to explore the islands of the Indian Ocean on an all inclusive holiday, a fun-filled family holiday, on a luxury villa holiday or on a once-in-a-lifetime honeymoon - they are the perfect people to ask.
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HOW TO GET AROUND IN THE INDIAN OCEAN

With incredible beaches, crystal clear waters and resorts catering to all budgets and group sizes, the Maldives, Mauritius and the Seychelles are perfect destinations for a luxury beach holiday in the Indian Ocean. Choose a single resort stay or ask our expert travel consultants to tailormake your perfect package holiday.

Our Indian Ocean holidays range from exceptional all inclusive holidays to fun-filled family stays and for those wanting more space and greater privacy, villa holidays. The Maldives, Mauritius and the Seychelles are some of the best honeymoon destinations and if you are celebrating that special day, where better to get married than by the sea.

OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN THE INDIAN OCEAN

We feature a great range of accommodation in the Indian Ocean, with something to suit all budgets.

Maybe you’re looking for a luxury overwater villa on a remote island in the Maldives or an adults only boutique resort in Mauritius? Or perhaps it’s a secluded retreat surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty in the Seychelles. We also offer a wide range of accommodation in Sri Lanka and Zanzibar.

For something a little more off the beaten track, and a perfect extension to a holiday in the Indian Ocean, check out our top picks for Rodrigues Island - Constance Tekoma and Reunion Island - LUX* Saint Gilles.

What you won’t find here are thousands of Indian Ocean hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Heritance Aarah Maldives
5 star

Maldives

This impressive all inclusive resort boasts a wonderfully remote location in the Raa Atoll with a large shallow lagoon, a wide beach and excellent diving opportunities.
Chalets Chamarel
4 plus star

Mauritius

Perched high on the ridge of Chamarel Mountain, this boutique retreat boasts exceptional panoramic views of the west coast of Mauritius.
Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa, Mahé
5 star

Seychelles

Nestled in the hillside on the west coast of Mahé, this secluded hideaway boasts spectacular views of Beau Vallon bay and Silhouette island.
Sugar Beach
5 star

Mauritius

Situated on a long stretch of beautiful white sand beach and surrounded by 20 acres of tropical gardens, this popular resort combines modern styling with a distinct elegance.
Raffles Seychelles, Praslin
5 plus star

Seychelles

Tucked away in blissful seclusion surrounded by lush tropical greenery and crystal clear waters, this exclusive and contemporary resort is set on a hillside with dramatic granite formations and breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean.
Constance Tekoma
4 star

Rodrigues

This intimate lodge is situated on a hillside on the beautiful sands of Anse Ally and is ideally located for exploring the island of Rodrigues.

WHERE TO GO IN THE INDIAN OCEAN

Each island in the Indian Ocean boasts its own attractions and it’s no exaggeration to say each merits a stay in its own right.

Maldives holidays offer ultimate luxury on private islands and sparkling beaches, whilst Mauritius boasts beautiful beaches and resorts with a range of facilities. With a Seychelles holiday you can expect an understated luxury getaway with the opportunity to explore its natural beauty. For help on deciding where to go, read our guide, Mauritius or the Maldives: Where Should You Go on Holiday.

Click on the tiles below for more details on each Indian Ocean holiday destination. Alternatively, if you are looking for some inspiration, give us a call and speak to one of our expert travel consultants.
Maldives
The quintessential luxury island escape, the Maldives offers stunning private islands with incredible white sand beaches and tranquil turquoise lagoons.
Seychelles
Explore the islands of this exclusive destination, abundant with picture perfect white sand beaches dotted with striking granite boulders, lush forested slopes and crystal clear waters.
Mauritius
Golden sand beaches, rushing rivers and spectacular waterfalls with a vibrant and friendly culture and excellent service.
Réunion
Discover the dramatic scenery of stunning waterfalls, active volcanoes, impressive canyons and lava fields of this unique tropical French island with typical Creole architecture.
Rodrigues Island
Rodrigues Island holidays promise a slow-paced, peaceful getaway - ffectionately known as the Cinderella of the Mascarenes, the unspoilt paradise island of Rodrigues lies a 90 minute flight east of Mauritius.
Zanzibar
Just off the coast of mainland Tanzania, the exotic islands of Zanzibar and Pemba offer beautiful turquoise waters which roll up on palm fringed white sand beaches and are home to some excellent diving opportunities.
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka holidays offer a stunning blend of history, culture and wildlife with a spectacular landscape of palm-fringed beaches, lush forests and tranquil hill stations.

OUR HOLIDAYS TO THE INDIAN OCEAN

Nobody offers more ways to explore the Indian Ocean than Trailfinders.

Here's a snapshot of some of our most popular Indian Ocean holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the button below them to see our complete range of holidays and tours in the destination.
Dubai & Maldives
Multi Centre Holiday
12 days / 11 nights

Explore the vibrant and cosmopolitan city of Dubai combined with an unforgettable beach holiday on the sugar white sands and calm turquoise waters of Maldives.

Guide Price: €3,279 £2,749 pp

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South African Fly Drive Safari & Mauritius
Multi Centre Holiday
17 days / 16 nights

Discover the Big 5 on an African safari and combine with an relaxing stay on one of Mauritius's stunning beaches.

Guide Price: €4,269 £3,459 pp

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South Africa & Seychelles
Multi Centre Holiday
17 days / 16 nights

Discover the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town, rolling vineyards of Franschhoek and spot the Big 5 in Kruger National Park before a relaxing few days on the stunning white sandy beaches of Seychelles.

Guide Price: €5,709 £5,019 pp

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Maldives Best of Both: Beach & Overwater Villas (Adaaran Select Meedhupparu)
Beach Holiday
11 days / 10 nights

Enjoy the best of both worlds with six nights in a Beach Villa, and four nights in a Prestige Water Villa.

Guide Price: €5,569 £4,699 pp

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Mauritius & Rodrigues
Multi Centre Holiday
13 days / 12 nights

With sensational hiking trails, a beautiful, rugged coastline and impressive nature reserves home to giant tortoises, Rodrigues is the Indian Ocean’s best kept secret.

Guide Price: €2,995 £2,339 pp

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Sri Lanka & Maldives
Multi Centre Holiday
18 days / 17 nights

These neighbouring Indian Ocean destinations offer the chance to combine a fascinating tour of Sri Lanka’s cultural and natural highlights with utter relaxation in the Maldives.

Guide Price: €4,079 £3,529 pp

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WHAT TO DO IN THE INDIAN OCEAN

As well as some awe-inspiring sights and gorgeous beaches, the Indian Ocean is also home to unforgettable experiences. These provide a unique way to experience the area's natural splendour that sightseeing alone simply can’t replace.

One day you might be exploring the extraordinary Seven Coloured Earths and postcard perfect waterfalls of Mauritius and the next soaring high over the smouldering volcano and towering pitons of Réunion's beautiful landscape.

Our collection of unmissable experiences will really help bring your Indian Ocean holiday to life.
Dolphin Coast Catamaran Cruise
8 hours
Departs: Mauritius

Capture the beauty of Mauritius’ west coast aboard a spacious and well-appointed catamaran. See ...

Private Wild South Tour
8-9 hours

Some say heaven was copied from Mauritius and after this exclusive private tour you may well agree. ...

East Coast Catamaran Cruise
8 hours
Departs: Mauritius

Admire the green scenery and turquoise sea of the east coast in style with our catamaran cruise. ...

Mauritius Helicopter Flight
45 minutes
Departs: Mauritius

Fly over the lush countryside, magnificent lagoons, undulating sugar cane fields and the majestic ...

Maldives, Mauritius & Seychelles Top Tips From Our Travel Experts

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Lauren McLeod

Maldives has the most crystal blue seas ever. A must go for divers and marine life enthusiasts. From whale sharks to blacktip sharks, and turtles to sting rays. There is so much life to see. A great place to do absolutely nothing or be busy doing excursions everyday.

Emma Bradburn -  expert
Emma Bradburn

Mauritius is a lovely destination which offers a great variety of activities - hiking, swimming with dolphins, lovely beaches and crystal clear ocean, watersports. Easy to drive so renting a car is a great option if staying in different resorts or doing lots of activities based within different areas of the island.


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