Tropical South West of Mauritius: Full-day All-inclusive tour (Visit to 3 parks)
By Freshverde Holidays
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7.8 out of 10Free cancellation available
per adult
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 8h
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Selective hotel pickup
- Multiple languages
Overview
In this 8 hours private tour, you will explore the southwest of Mauritius including a visit to the Green Dormant Volcano named Trou Aux Cerfs which is a highly popular attraction. Next, you will stop at Mare Aux Vacoas reservoir.
Afterwards, head to Maconde viewpoint to see the panoramic stunning view of the sea. Next, head to Twenty Three Coloured Earth which is unique because of its multi-colored sand. Then continue to Chamouny waterfall which is undoubtedly the beautiful single-drop waterfall. Next, head to the Bois Cherri Tea Factory to learn about the production and plantation.
Later, you will enjoy a Mauritian 3-course lunch & head to Rhumerie De St Aubin to visit the rum distillery & rum making. Then, continue to Gorge Viewpoint to see the panoramic unparalleled beauty of the deep dense forest & its valley.
Afterwards, head to Alexandra Autumn to live a unique experience with nature & its waterfalls. Finally, stop at Grand Bassin to see the gigantic statue of Lord Shiva
Activity location
- Mare aux Vacoas
- Plaines Wilhems District, Plaines Wilhems District, Mauritius
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Mare aux Vacoas
- Plaines Wilhems District, Plaines Wilhems District, Mauritius
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Tropical South West of Mauritius: Full-day All-inclusive tour (Visit to 3 parks)
- 8h
- English
Pickup included
Starting time: 8:30 am
Price details
AU$206.04 x 2 AdultsAU$412.08
Total
What's included, what's not
- Drinks during lunch (Non- Alcoholic)
- Private transport in a fully Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water upon arrival
- Entrance at the Twenty-Three Coloured Earth & Chamouny Waterfall
- Entrance at the Bois Cherri Tea Factory
- Entrance at Rhumerie De St Aubin
- Services of a fully qualified certified private Guide/Driver
- 3-course Lunch (Veg and Non-veg) Note: Halal Food
- Pick-up and drop-off at any hotel or accommodation in Mauritius
- Service charge (Optional)
Know before you book
- Public transport options are available nearby
- Specialised infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Children ages 3 years and under are free. Please notify of CHILD/ INFANT SEAT at the time of booking
- Please advise of any food allergies or illness.
- Please wear non slippery shoes
Activity itinerary
Trou aux Cerfs
- 40m
- Admission ticket included
Begin your 7-8 hours southwest scenic tour with a hotel pick-up anywhere in Mauritius. You will meet & be greeted by our certified guide and after boarding to your comfortable vehicle, then set off for your first stop.
You'll be heading to Trou Aux Cerfs which is one of the famous natural tourist attractions in Mauritius. The dormant volcanic crater is around 605 metres above sea level, with a diameter of 350 metres & a depth of around 100 metres.
Unlike the typical volcanic features, Trou aux Cerfs’ crater is surrounded by a vast area of lush forest consisting of indigenous plant species and some giant green pine trees. It is believed that the Trou aux Cerfs erupted once and has remained dormant for the last 700 000 years; experts believe that there is a potential chance for it to become active again.
Definitely, one of the main highlights is the 360-degree view of the town, Curepipe & the majestic view of Rempart Mountain, Trois Mamelles, and the Port-Louis- Moka mountain range.
Mare aux Vacoas
- 30m
Afterwards, head to Mare Aux Vacoas reservoir which has the honour of being the largest reservoir on the island with a capacity of almost 26 million cubic metres and is simultaneously a rather popular stop for tourists visiting the south of the island.
Although nothing as fancy as the other attractions in Mauritius, Mare aux Vacoas is a gem hidden between lines of thick forests. It is the perfect place to spend a relaxing few minutes away from the usual hustle and bustle of the country. The reservoir even offers a rather amazing view worth several clicks.
Grand Bassin
- 40m
- Admission ticket included
After some time, continue to Ganga Talao (commonly known as Grand Bassin is a crater lake, about 550 metres above sea level, located in the mountainous Southwest of Mauritius. On the shoreline sits a temple along with a collection of small shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva and other gods.
During your visit to this sacred site, you will inevitably be awestruck by the gigantic statue of Lord Shiva. However, fear not about your doom, at Grand Bassin you will find the Hindu God Lord Shiva, smiling and as peaceful as ever. The statue is 33 metres high & is the highest known statue in Mauritius. Ganga Talao is a major draw of crowds in Mauritius, with many people visiting the site to pray, meditate, or simply to walk by the lake and enjoy the gorgeous surrounding views. The lake of Ganga Talao is thought to be around 18 metres deep with a healthy population of fish in the lake.
Alexandra Falls
- 30m
- Admission ticket included
The next stop is Alexandra falls which is Situated some 700m above sea level & is one of the most popular nature sites in Mauritius.
You must have definitely seen many of its pictures on postcards or in videos venting the beauty of Mauritius. Alexandra Falls is indeed one of the most emblematic & popular sites of the island. Famous not only for its breathtaking beauty, Alexandra Falls also offers visitors the chance to live a unique experience with nature.
Once you are there, do not miss the chance to admire and capture on your camera the panoramic view of the South-East Coast with its turquoise ocean. If you want to take in the full view, you can climb up a wooden platform.
On your right is the Alexandra Falls. From where you are, the waterfall looks like a silent white stream cascading over the rocky outcrops. You will also have a plunging look on Mauritius’s virgin green valley which is home to many endemic avian species and flora. You will need nothing more to soothe the eye.
Black River Gorges National Park
- 30m
- Admission ticket included
Next, you'll head to Gorge Viewpoint, where you will stop for a stunning panoramic view of the endless green stretches. Amidst the unspoiled rainforest of Mauritius, there are almost 17,000 acres of rolling hills, deep valleys, spectacular waterfalls, and unparalleled beauty of flora and fauna in the southwestern region. You will be amazed to discover how high the viewing area is from the gorge. On the right side of the viewpoint, you can see a breathtaking waterfall. The path leading to the viewpoint has a unique ambiance of its own with some souvenir stalls. The Black River Gorges Nature Reserve was constructed in order to save the natural vegetation of the island and make it one of the most important Mauritian sights.
The Black River Gorges National park protects most of the island's remaining rainforest and is home to many species of wild animals and birds.
La Vallee des Couleurs
- 40m
- Admission ticket included
Next, you'll visit the Twenty- Three coloured earth which is a natural phenomenon & a prominent tourist attraction. The colours evolved through the conversion of basaltic lava to clay minerals. An almost surreal, lunar-like spectacle of rainbow-hued sand dunes unfolds before your eyes, leaving you utterly mesmerised. Set in the middle of lush green vegetation, this unique geological oddity is one of those amazing creations of nature that just make you go “Wow”.
It is a relatively big area of sand dunes comprising sand of seven distinct colours approximately red, brown, violet, green, blue, purple & yellow. And what is more fascinating is the fact that if you mix the coloured earth together, they'll eventually settle into separate layers. You may also be puzzled as the colours might play tricks on you & may appear to be shadows
There is also a Tortoise Park & Souvenir Shop offering an array of memorabilia, including local products while the Coffee shop is a happy cafe experience.
La Vallee des Couleurs
- 25m
- Admission ticket included
After some time, you'll visit undoubtedly the beautiful single-drop waterfall in Mauritius, the Chamouny Waterfall is a striking piece of nature standing amid dense vegetation.
The Chamouny falls are definitely the most famous & recognised waterfalls in Mauritius and as such has always been the main attraction for tourists & if you are one, you simply cannot afford to miss the magnificent & “best waterfalls in Mauritius”!
La Plantation de Saint Aubin
- 1h
- Admission ticket included
Afterwards, you will head to Rhumerie De St Aubin to learn all you need to know about Rum making on paradise island. You will get to enjoy a boozily delicious rum tasting session, discovering the different flavours of rum the distillery manufactures.
Highlights of this site:
- Enjoy a the warmth and authenticity of the Rhumerie de St Aubin Distillery
- Experience a guided visit of the distillery
- Enjoy a delicious and boozy rum tasting session
- Discover the exclusive Rum making process with sugar cane
- Get the opportunity to try the selection of the agricultural Rums produced by the distillery
Gris Gris Beach
- 2h
After a few minutes of driving, we will go through the souillac village where you will be able to see the culture of this magnificent village.
The appeal of Gris Gris lies in it scenery, the high cliffs here drop abruptly to the sea and the refreshing winds of the Indian Ocean blow all year round.
you will have a great viewpoint on the cliffs and will see the crashing of waves against the flanks. There is a small garden offering many quiet spots for you to relax on one of the many benches, while having a view of the sea, waves and rock cliffs. From the garden, a path leads to a small beach where you can admire the view of the sea up close.
Afterwards, you'll head to a local restaurant to savour a 3-course Mauritian lunch comprising fresh Salads, Rice, Soups, chicken curry, or fish and vegetables. You will have a choice and the chef will explain to you and ask you about your preferred choice.
Bois Cheri Tea Factory
- 1h
- Admission ticket included
Enjoy a beautiful visit of a tea estate and learn while strolling around about the history of the tea industry on the island. You will also discover the art of tea making and get to taste the purely Mauritian tea towards the end of your visit.
Nowadays Bois Chéri produces a new range of flavoured teas, green teas and herbal teas. You may taste them during your visit. Get ready to be amazed by the richness and freshness of the flavours you are about to taste.
The Bois Chéri offers a great panoramic view of the south of the island. Get your camera ready as you would want to take a piece of this marvellous view with you back home.
Your south-west full-day scenic tour ends with return transport to your hotel.
Location
Activity location
- Mare aux Vacoas
- Plaines Wilhems District, Plaines Wilhems District, Mauritius
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Mare aux Vacoas
- Plaines Wilhems District, Plaines Wilhems District, Mauritius
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