Southern Mauritius Day Trip: Nature Reserve, Saint Aubin Sugar Estate with Rum Tastings, and Lunch
Port Louis, Mauritius
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Trip Type: Day Trips
Duration: 8 hours
Explore the beauty spots and natural wonders of south Mauritius on this relaxing 8-hour tour, including lunch! With an expert guide, travel into the island’s lush southern region where rolling hills, deep forests and rugged cliffs dominate. See the crocodiles and giant tortoises at the Le Vanille Réserve des Mascareignes nature park, rewind the centuries and sample rum at the Saint Aubin Sugar Estate, and feast on a delicious Mauritius lunch. Last but not least, see the Indian Ocean crash against the cliffs at Gris Gris, Mauritius’ southernmost point.
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Explore the beauty spots and natural wonders of south Mauritius on this relaxing 8-hour tour, including lunch! With an expert guide, travel into the island’s lush southern region where rolling hills, deep forests and rugged cliffs dominate. See the crocodiles and giant tortoises at the Le Vanille Réserve des Mascareignes nature park, rewind the centuries and sample rum at the Saint Aubin Sugar Estate, and feast on a delicious Mauritius lunch. Last but not least, see the Indian Ocean crash against the cliffs at Gris Gris, Mauritius’ southernmost point.Start your experience with a pickup from your hotel in the north, east, west or south of the island and head to Mauritius’ verdant southern region. Enjoy the scenery and learn about the area’s flora, fauna and history from your guide as you go.
Your first stop is Le Vanille Réserve des Mascareignes, an idyllically lush nature reserve famous for its exotic wildlife. Walk the nature trail and see the giant Aldabra giant tortoise and Nile crocodiles at the breeding centers. There are more than 1,500 crocodiles of different ages here and, as you watch them feed, the reserve guide will explain each stage of their development and how they came to be on Mauritius.
Continue to the Saint Aubin Sugar Estate, where tropical gardens surround a 19th-century colonial house. Admire the vanilla and anthurium plantations, see the old sugar factory and explore the gardens and mansion. Also, visit the quaint rum distillery to taste and learn about the delicious rum still produced here.
Next, savor a traditional Mauritius lunch at a local restaurant. Dig into a 3-course meal of local favorites, including a main course of chicken or fish vindaye (curry). See the Itinerary for a sample menu.
Afterward, take in the views at Gris Gris, the island’s most southerly point. Here, the Indian Ocean batters the basalt cliffs with incredible force due to the absence of barrier reefs. Capture the views on camera and then board your coach for your return journey.
Your experience ends in the late afternoon with a hotel drop-off.
Special Offer - Book by May 31 and travel by July 31 to save 10% off our previously offered price! - Book Now!
Your first stop is Le Vanille Réserve des Mascareignes, an idyllically lush nature reserve famous for its exotic wildlife. Walk the nature trail and see the giant Aldabra giant tortoise and Nile crocodiles at the breeding centers. There are more than 1,500 crocodiles of different ages here and, as you watch them feed, the reserve guide will explain each stage of their development and how they came to be on Mauritius.
Continue to the Saint Aubin Sugar Estate, where tropical gardens surround a 19th-century colonial house. Admire the vanilla and anthurium plantations, see the old sugar factory and explore the gardens and mansion. Also, visit the quaint rum distillery to taste and learn about the delicious rum still produced here.
Next, savor a traditional Mauritius lunch at a local restaurant. Dig into a 3-course meal of local favorites, including a main course of chicken or fish vindaye (curry). See the Itinerary for a sample menu.
Afterward, take in the views at Gris Gris, the island’s most southerly point. Here, the Indian Ocean batters the basalt cliffs with incredible force due to the absence of barrier reefs. Capture the views on camera and then board your coach for your return journey.
Your experience ends in the late afternoon with a hotel drop-off.
Special Offer - Book by May 31 and travel by July 31 to save 10% off our previously offered price! - Book Now!
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