Mauritius Highlights in 2 Days: Explore The North, South & Southwest
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Mauritius Highlights in 2 Days: Explore The North, South & Southwest

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Day 1: Private Mauritius Highlights Tour Day 1: The North & Port Louis

Stop At: Notre Dame Auxiliatrice, Cap Malheureux, Mauritius
See Mauritius' most famous church! Also known as the "Red Church" Notre Dame Auxiliatrice is situated on the seaside in Cap Malheureux. The church's bright red roof, and the turquoise and blue sea in the background, make for some amazing photo opportunities.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: SSR Botanic Garden, Royal Road Parc, Pamplemousses, Mauritius 21003
In the historical village of Pamplemousses, you will visit the famous Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden, where you will get to see the giant waterlilies and 85 varieties of palm trees from around the world. You will also discover the various spices and medicinal plants and learn about the various endemic and imported plants in the garden.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: L'Aventure du Sucre, Beau Plan, Pamplemousses, Mauritius 21001
In Pamplemousses you will also visit L’Aventure du Sucre, the informative museum set in an old sugar factory. There, you will not only discover the history of sugar but also that of Mauritius, the slave trade and rum. You will leave with a new appreciation of the island and its people and get to sample the different varieties of sugar and delicious local rums.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Chateau De Labourdonnais, Beau Plateau Rd., Mapou, Mauritius
Discover the Château de Labourdonnais, a beautifully restored colonial mansion built in 1859 and visit their enchanting tropical garden. The tour includes a visit of the château, a walk through the orchard and the bird garden, a viewing of the giant tortoises, as well as a guided tour of their rum distillery on the estate, and free rum tasting at bar. Note: Bring mosquito sprays.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Le Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis, Mauritius
A tour of the North isn’t complete without a visit to Port-Louis, the capital of Mauritius. The city is a blend of the old and the new. On one side you have the hustle and bustle of the city’s historical market (bazaar), built in 1828, where you can bargain for different spices and souvenirs and sample Mauritian street food. And on the other side you have the modern Caudan Waterfront, where there visitors can shop at brand name stores and eat at various restaurants. You can leisurely visit the areas of Port-Louis that interest you such as the Jummah Mosque, Blue Penny Museum, Aapravasi Ghat (UNESCO heritage site), and the smaller streets. For great views, your driver will take you for a stop at the Citadel and you will also get to see the Champs de Mars racecourse on the way.
Duration: 3 hours

Pass By: Blue Penny Museum, Blue Penny Square Le Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis, Mauritius
One of the many attractions in Port Louis.

Pass By: Port Louis Race track, Port Louis, Mauritius
One of the many attractions in Port Louis.

Pass By: Aapravasi Ghat, Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis, Mauritius
One of the many attractions in Port Louis.

Pass By: Blue Penny Museum, Blue Penny Square Le Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis, Mauritius
One of the many attractions in Port Louis.

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 2: Private Mauritius Highlights Tour Day 1: The Centre, South & Southwest

Stop At: Trou aux Cerfs, Curepipe, Mauritius
You will be able to enjoy the 360 degree views from the top of the volcano while taking a stroll around the crater. This dormant volcano stands at around 600m above sea level, and on clear days offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the island.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Ganga Talao - Grand Bassin, Savanne District, Mauritius
Drive by the largest reservoir in Mauritius, the Mare-aux-Vacoas, on the way to Grand Bassin, a tranquil and serene crater lake considered sacred by the Hindu population. Discover the Hindu culture by visiting the temples around the lake and enjoy the peace and quiet of the surroundings. You will also be amazed by the tall statue of Shiva and the view from the highest temple. Be sure to watch out for the monkeys and wildlife. Note: It may not be possible to make this stop in the month of February or March as the area is also a pilgrimage site during the festival of Mahashivaratree.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Bois Cheri Tea Factory and Tea Museum, Bois Cheri Road, Bois Cheri, Mauritius
Discover the tea making process at Bois Chéri, the first tea plantation in Mauritius, founded in 1892. You will visit the plantation, factory, museum and learn about the tea production process from harvest and fermentation to drying, sieving and packaging, and the history of tea in Mauritius. After the guided tour, you can sample the delicious varieties of tea on the terrace of its old chalet and admire a volcanic crater now transformed into a small lake, surrounded by lush greenery.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: La Vanille Nature Park, Riviere des Anguilles, Mauritius
Stroll through La Vanille Réserve des Mascareignes and its 3.5 hectares of lush greenery. Discover its beautiful palm and banana trees, giant bamboos, its impressive animals, including 2,000 Nile Crocodiles and 1,000 giant tortoises. You will also visit their insectarium which boasts one of the best private collections in the world with 23,000 species.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Gris Gris Beach, South Coast, Souillac, Mauritius
Admire the rugged scenery of big, powerful waves crashing on the cliffs at Gris Gris. A few metres away, you will see La Roche qui pleure, a natural rock formation that resembles a person crying when the waves hit it.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Black River Gorges National Park, Mauritius
Nature lovers will enjoy the incredible views of the Black River Gorges, the largest national park in Mauritius. Covering an area of 6754 hectares, the park is home to numerous endemic flora and fauna and provides visitors with beautiful hikes, with varying levels of difficulty. During your drive through the park and Plaine des Champagnes, you will also get to stop and admire Alexandra falls and viewpoint, and if they’re in season, like the locals, you’ll want to pick a few goyaves de chine!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Chamarel’s Seven Coloured Earth Geopark, Chamarel, Mauritius
Visit the popular Chamarel, the coloured earth site, where in addition to the geological wonders of the seven coloured dunes, you can view the Chamarel Falls, the most famous waterfall in Mauritius! And, make sure you stop by the giant tortoise pens before leaving the park!
Duration: 1 hour

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
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Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Services of a fully licensed, qualified driver
  • Private air-conditioned and insured car
  • Parking Fees
Not included
  • Entrance fees
  • Lunch or snacks
  • Entry/Admission - SSR Botanic Garden
  • Entry/Admission - L'Aventure du Sucre
  • Entry/Admission - Chateau De Labourdonnais
  • Entry/Admission - Bois Cheri Tea Factory and Tea Museum
  • Entry/Admission - La Vanille Nature Park
  • Entry/Admission - Chamarel’s Seven Coloured Earth Geopark
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infant seats available
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Each tour lasts up to 10 hours, and you will be able to choose how long you spend at each attraction (except for the dolphin portion). Depending on your group’s speed you may not have time to see all the listed attractions. You will be able to stop for lunch but the price of the lunch is not included.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cultural
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