‘Land, sea, life’: the natural wonders of Bel Ombre in Mauritius

Sustainability is at the heart of the region’s tourism offering

Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort
Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort

Taking a bite out of a jamblon I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. My guide had picked it out of a tree as we hiked through the Bel Ombre Nature Reserve in Mauritius, a part of the world blessed with natural resources. Small and purple, it resembled a plum and tasted sweet and refreshing in the midday sun. I helped myself to a second before we continued.

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