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Ambiance Sega: Initiation to the Local Mauritian Dance
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4 Hours
Mobile ticket
Pickup offered
Offered in: English, French
Overview
The Mauritian Sega, the most widespread and enthusiastic performing art on the island, is both a music and dance that emanates liveliness and pure joy. The emblematic Sega is performed everywhere- on the beach, during family events, or even formal parties; in private or in public.
The Mauritian Sega is sung with increasing rhythm, and this lures dancers to move their body along with the musical percussion. The Sega dance is a simple bodily movement whereby the feet are slided without being lifted at any time. The reason behind is that it was originally performed on sandy beaches, which prevented complex dance steps.
More than just a performing art, the Mauritian Sega is also a means to express sorrows and miseries, along with an urge to overcome them. Additionally, it is an assertion of an individual’s will to be joyful and full of life. The villagers’ nostalgic heritage depicts the sorrows and delights of fishermen and peasants.
What's Included
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
For clients who choose the option without transfer, meeting point is at the Native Lodge & Spa, Tombeau Lane, Mahebourg.
Start time
09:00 AM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
For Option With Transfer We pick-up and drop-off all over the island and not only at the listed hotels. Please let us have name of your hotel or residing location. Also, please give us a call on the eve of the excursion so that we can advise about your exact pick up time.
What To Expect
Experience a live performance by a band with the musicians and dancers!
Situated at the banks of Riviere la Chaux and surrounded by nature, Nativ Lodge and Spa in Mahébourg is set in a tranquil environment. Next to the river, the Sega group will make a fire for your introduction to the popular traditional Mauritian dance, the Sega!
The Sega show will start with a live performance by the band, consisting of the musicians and dancers, whereby you will discover the different instruments played, such as the Ravann, Maravann and Triangle. The guide of the day will explain to you the history of the Sega and its importance for the local culture. You shall then be invited for the initiation where you will be able to try the different instruments and be taught the art of Sega dancing,
Enjoy a local three course dish at Nativ Lodge restaurant afterwards, with the view of the La Chaux River.
Additional Info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This activity requires a minimum of 4 persons.
- Please be informed that for this activity confirmation of booking will depend upon availability in time of booking. Should the activity not be available for your requested date, we shall propose the next available date during your stay.
Operated by SEGA TOURS INDIAN OCEAN
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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