Wild Mauritius: Full-Day Exploration of South-West Nature, Rum Distillery and Tea Factory
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10 Ratings
Trou aux Cerfs
Embark on a full-day exploration of the wild south-west of Mauritius. Visit a tea factory, rum distillery, dormant volcano, sea cliffs, waterfalls, and more. Discover the natural beauty and cultural heritage of this stunning region.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Trou aux Cerfs - 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 meters above sea level, with a diameter of 350 meters & a depth of around 100 meters.

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.

What's Included
  • Tea tasting at Le Bois Cheri with panoramic views
  • Complimentary non-alcoholic beverages during lunch
  • Delicious 3-course lunch offering both vegetarian and Halal non-vegetarian options
  • Exclusive rum tasting experience at Rhumerie De St-Aubin
  • Admission to the esteemed Bois Cheri Tea Factory and Tea Route
  • Comfortable private transportation in a fully air-conditioned vehicle
  • Welcoming bottled water provided upon arrival
  • Entrance to the aromatic Rhumerie De St-aubin
  • Expert guidance by a fully certified private guide/driver
  • Convenient pick-up and drop-off at any accommodation in Mauritius
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities (Optional)
Additional Information

Join us for an 8-hour private exploration of the wild south-western region of Mauritius. Led by your dedicated guide, you’ll visit stunning locations such as the Bois Cheri Tea Factory, where you’ll observe how tea is developed in Mauritius. The journey continues to Rhumerie St Aubin, a visit that provides insights into the process of making Rum in Mauritius.

Then, admire the well-known dormant volcano, Trou Aux Cerfs, and proceed to Mare aux Vacoas. We’ll drive you to Gris-Gris, celebrated for its majestic sea cliffs granting a splendid view from the summit.

Enjoy a delightful 3-course meal before continuing to Grand Bassin, where you’ll see the towering statue of Lord Shiva. Subsequently, we’ll take you to Alexandra falls, offering a rare encounter with its breathtaking waterfalls and deep valley.

We’ll then proceed to Gorge Viewpoint for a panoramic view of stunning flora and fauna. Later, we head to the Chamarel village to witness the spectacular views from Chamarel viewpoint. Lastly, upon reaching the Maconde viewpoint, you’ll feel sandwiched between the ocean’s might.

  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking
  • 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
Location
Trou aux Cerfs
Curepipe,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Nuvin
Oct 21, 2023
Incredible experience - Great experience with incredible places such as the Bois Chéri site and the Chamarel rum factory in particular. Visit with a friendly and incredibly cultured guide
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James_m
Nov 6, 2022
Great tour of the North of Mauritius - Fantastic trip around the north of the island. Our guide Paco was amazing. He was really friendly and couldn’t have done any more for us. He was extremely knowledgeable and happily answered any questions we had. The botanical gardens were a definite highlight of the day. The sugar museum was also very interesting.
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W7909ogwalters
Sep 20, 2022
Fun Day - Mr Manu was our driver for 3 tours, he is an inteliigent guy and a good driver. He helped us with everything (stay away from tourist trap) and also make us discover some more amazing places. He bought us some local snacks which was very tasty. We discovered every places that was mentioned on the tours description
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380anik
Jul 28, 2022
South with dives - This is a great tour with lots of places to discover. The South of mauritius is indeed exotic.. our guide dives is very knowledgeable. Someone very funny.. The food was good 👌 I recommend this tour and ask for dives as guide.
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Brunhildekid
Jul 29, 2022
Terrible!! - It was time & money wasting. They didn't hold to the terms of conditions. They didn't provide bottled water, any guide just send taxi and driver. This guy(name was Irshaad) calling someone all the driving or just watching his phone. And skipped Rochester fall gave the reason road closed repair didn't suggest alternatives. In addition, after come back to hotel he demanded money from me his working time(1.5 hour)was excesses. We even that didn't go to all fixed course and hotel is in belle mare far from southwest. I have never found driver's overtime allowance in terms and conditions. I have already numerous trips, it's first time. I don't recommend this tour. Especially your hotel is in belle mare east area, You must prepare cash for driver's overtime allowance. 일인당 15만원이나 하는 비싼 투어 였는데 보낸건 택시랑 기사가 끝. 기사(이름 irshaaf) 는 운전 내내 큰소리로 통화중 이었으며 관광지에서는 폰 게임 하느라 사진한장 찍어주지 않았습니다. 주요코스인 로체스터폴은 도로 수리한다고 그냥 건너 뛰면서 본인 운전시간이 8시간 초과했다고 오버타임 페이를 청구했습니다. 우리숙소가 동북쪽 지역이라 애초에 8시간안에 호텔로 돌아오는거 자체가 불가능했는데 그런건 지알바가 아니라면서 끝까지 돈을 받아갔습니다. 수많은 나라를 여행해봤지만 이런경우는 처음입니다.
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