Southwest Mauritius Tropical Full-Day All-Inclusive Private Tour from Trou d'Eau Douce with 3 Parks, Lunch, and Tastings
by Freshverde Holidays
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This full-day tropical tour of southwest Mauritius lasts about seven to eight hours and includes hotel pickup and drop-off anywhere on the island. The tour begins with a visit to Trou aux Cerfs, a dormant volcanic crater located approximately 605 meters above sea level. The crater is about 350 meters in diameter and 100 meters deep, surrounded by native forest. Visitors can enjoy a 360-degree view of Curepipe, Rempart Mountain, Trois Mamelles, and the Moka mountain range. Next, the tour stops at Mare aux Vacoas, the largest reservoir on the island with a capacity of nearly 26 million cubic meters, set within dense forest. Afterward, the group visits Grand Bassin, also known as Ganga Talao, a crater lake about 550 meters above sea level. This sacred site features a temple complex and a 33-meter-high statue of Lord Shiva, the tallest statue in Mauritius. The tour continues to Alexandra Falls, situated around 700 meters above sea level. Visitors can view the waterfall and the southeast coast from a wooden platform. Then, there is a stop at the Black River Gorges Viewpoint inside the national park, offering panoramic views of valleys, hills, and a waterfall amid rainforest. The next destination is the Twenty-Three Coloured Earths, an area of sand dunes with seven distinct colors formed from volcanic clay minerals. Nearby are a tortoise park, souvenir shop, and coffee shop. Following this, the tour visits Chamouny Waterfall, a single-drop waterfall surrounded by dense vegetation. A three-course Mauritian lunch is served at a local restaurant, with options including salads, rice, soups, chicken curry or fish, and vegetables. After lunch, the tour proceeds to Rhumerie de Saint Aubin, where visitors tour the rum distillery and taste various rums made from sugar cane. The final stop is the Bois Chéri Tea Factory, where guests learn about the tea industry and production while tasting several types of tea, including flavored and herbal varieties. The factory grounds offer a panoramic view of the south coast. The tour includes private air-conditioned transport, beverages during lunch (non-alcoholic), bottled water upon arrival, all entrance fees, a certified guide/driver, and hotel pickup and drop-off. Vegetarian meals are available upon request.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Trou aux Cerfs
The tour starts with a hotel pick-up anywhere in Mauritius for a 7-8 hour southwest scenic tour. The first stop is Trou aux Cerfs, a dormant volcanic crater situated about 605 meters above sea level. The crater is approximately 350 meters in diameter and 100 meters deep. It is surrounded by a large area of native forest and some large green pine trees. The crater is thought to have erupted once and has remained dormant for the last 700,000 years. Visitors can observe a 360-degree view including the town of Curepipe, Rempart Mountain, Trois Mamelles, and the Port-Louis-Moka mountain range.
40 min
Mare aux Vacoas Reservoir
Next is Mare aux Vacoas, the largest reservoir in Mauritius with a capacity near 26 million cubic meters. It lies within dense forest and offers a quiet spot away from the busy areas of the island. The reservoir provides notable views suitable for photography.
30 min
Grand Bassin
The tour continues to Grand Bassin (Ganga Talao), a crater lake about 550 meters above sea level located in the mountainous southwest. The lakeshore features a temple and several shrines devoted to Lord Shiva and other deities. The site includes a 33-meter-tall statue of Lord Shiva, the tallest statue in Mauritius, which has a peaceful expression. The lake is approximately 18 meters deep and supports a healthy fish population. Many visitors come to pray, meditate, or walk around the lake.
40 min
Alexandra Falls
Alexandra Falls is situated roughly 700 meters above sea level and is a well-known natural site. You can climb a wooden platform for a panoramic view of the southeast coast and turquoise ocean. The waterfall appears as a white stream flowing over rocky outcrops. From this viewpoint, you can also see the surrounding green valley, home to many native bird and plant species.
30 min
Black River Gorges National Park
At the Black River Gorges Viewpoint, you will see extensive green hills, deep valleys, and a waterfall. The park protects about 17,000 acres of rainforest and native wildlife. There are souvenir stalls along the path to the viewpoint. The area was established to preserve the island’s natural vegetation and is an important site for biodiversity.
30 min
Valle Advenature Park
This stop is at the Twenty-Three Coloured Earths, a natural formation of sand dunes with seven colors: red, brown, violet, green, blue, purple, and yellow. The colors result from the transformation of basaltic lava into clay minerals. The sands settle into separate layers if mixed. Nearby are a tortoise park, a souvenir shop with local products, and a coffee shop.
40 min
Valle Advenature Park
Chamouze Waterfall is a single-drop waterfall located in dense vegetation. It is the most famous waterfall in Mauritius and attracts many visitors. The waterfall is considered a main attraction for tourists.
25 min
Rhumerie de Saint Aubin
At Rhumerie De St Aubin, you take a guided tour of the rum distillery. The process of rum making with sugar cane is explained. The visit includes a rum tasting session with several varieties of agricultural rums produced on site.
60 min
Gris Gris Beach
Passing through Souillac village, you can observe local culture. At Gris Gris, high cliffs drop sharply to the sea, with Indian Ocean winds year-round. There is a garden with benches overlooking the sea and waves hitting the cliffs. A path leads from the garden to a small beach for sea views. After this, you will have a 3-course Mauritian lunch at a local restaurant with options including salads, rice, soups, chicken curry, fish, and vegetables.
120 min
Bois Chéri Tea Factory
The final stop is the Bois Chéri Tea Factory where you learn about the island’s tea history and production. You may taste various teas including flavored, green, and herbal teas. The factory offers panoramic views of the southern coastline. The tour concludes with return transport to your hotel.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Southwest Mauritius Tropical Full-Day All-Inclusive Private Tour from Trou d'Eau Douce with 3 Parks, Lunch, and Tastings
by Freshverde Holidays
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€250.80Overview
This full-day tropical tour of southwest Mauritius lasts about seven to eight hours and includes hotel pickup and drop-off anywhere on the island. The tour begins with a visit to Trou aux Cerfs, a dormant volcanic crater located approximately 605 meters above sea level. The crater is about 350 meters in diameter and 100 meters deep, surrounded by native forest. Visitors can enjoy a 360-degree view of Curepipe, Rempart Mountain, Trois Mamelles, and the Moka mountain range. Next, the tour stops at Mare aux Vacoas, the largest reservoir on the island with a capacity of nearly 26 million cubic meters, set within dense forest. Afterward, the group visits Grand Bassin, also known as Ganga Talao, a crater lake about 550 meters above sea level. This sacred site features a temple complex and a 33-meter-high statue of Lord Shiva, the tallest statue in Mauritius. The tour continues to Alexandra Falls, situated around 700 meters above sea level. Visitors can view the waterfall and the southeast coast from a wooden platform. Then, there is a stop at the Black River Gorges Viewpoint inside the national park, offering panoramic views of valleys, hills, and a waterfall amid rainforest. The next destination is the Twenty-Three Coloured Earths, an area of sand dunes with seven distinct colors formed from volcanic clay minerals. Nearby are a tortoise park, souvenir shop, and coffee shop. Following this, the tour visits Chamouny Waterfall, a single-drop waterfall surrounded by dense vegetation. A three-course Mauritian lunch is served at a local restaurant, with options including salads, rice, soups, chicken curry or fish, and vegetables. After lunch, the tour proceeds to Rhumerie de Saint Aubin, where visitors tour the rum distillery and taste various rums made from sugar cane. The final stop is the Bois Chéri Tea Factory, where guests learn about the tea industry and production while tasting several types of tea, including flavored and herbal varieties. The factory grounds offer a panoramic view of the south coast. The tour includes private air-conditioned transport, beverages during lunch (non-alcoholic), bottled water upon arrival, all entrance fees, a certified guide/driver, and hotel pickup and drop-off. Vegetarian meals are available upon request.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Trou aux Cerfs
The tour starts with a hotel pick-up anywhere in Mauritius for a 7-8 hour southwest scenic tour. The first stop is Trou aux Cerfs, a dormant volcanic crater situated about 605 meters above sea level. The crater is approximately 350 meters in diameter and 100 meters deep. It is surrounded by a large area of native forest and some large green pine trees. The crater is thought to have erupted once and has remained dormant for the last 700,000 years. Visitors can observe a 360-degree view including the town of Curepipe, Rempart Mountain, Trois Mamelles, and the Port-Louis-Moka mountain range.
40 min
Mare aux Vacoas Reservoir
Next is Mare aux Vacoas, the largest reservoir in Mauritius with a capacity near 26 million cubic meters. It lies within dense forest and offers a quiet spot away from the busy areas of the island. The reservoir provides notable views suitable for photography.
30 min
Grand Bassin
The tour continues to Grand Bassin (Ganga Talao), a crater lake about 550 meters above sea level located in the mountainous southwest. The lakeshore features a temple and several shrines devoted to Lord Shiva and other deities. The site includes a 33-meter-tall statue of Lord Shiva, the tallest statue in Mauritius, which has a peaceful expression. The lake is approximately 18 meters deep and supports a healthy fish population. Many visitors come to pray, meditate, or walk around the lake.
40 min
Alexandra Falls
Alexandra Falls is situated roughly 700 meters above sea level and is a well-known natural site. You can climb a wooden platform for a panoramic view of the southeast coast and turquoise ocean. The waterfall appears as a white stream flowing over rocky outcrops. From this viewpoint, you can also see the surrounding green valley, home to many native bird and plant species.
30 min
Black River Gorges National Park
At the Black River Gorges Viewpoint, you will see extensive green hills, deep valleys, and a waterfall. The park protects about 17,000 acres of rainforest and native wildlife. There are souvenir stalls along the path to the viewpoint. The area was established to preserve the island’s natural vegetation and is an important site for biodiversity.
30 min
Valle Advenature Park
This stop is at the Twenty-Three Coloured Earths, a natural formation of sand dunes with seven colors: red, brown, violet, green, blue, purple, and yellow. The colors result from the transformation of basaltic lava into clay minerals. The sands settle into separate layers if mixed. Nearby are a tortoise park, a souvenir shop with local products, and a coffee shop.
40 min
Valle Advenature Park
Chamouze Waterfall is a single-drop waterfall located in dense vegetation. It is the most famous waterfall in Mauritius and attracts many visitors. The waterfall is considered a main attraction for tourists.
25 min
Rhumerie de Saint Aubin
At Rhumerie De St Aubin, you take a guided tour of the rum distillery. The process of rum making with sugar cane is explained. The visit includes a rum tasting session with several varieties of agricultural rums produced on site.
60 min
Gris Gris Beach
Passing through Souillac village, you can observe local culture. At Gris Gris, high cliffs drop sharply to the sea, with Indian Ocean winds year-round. There is a garden with benches overlooking the sea and waves hitting the cliffs. A path leads from the garden to a small beach for sea views. After this, you will have a 3-course Mauritian lunch at a local restaurant with options including salads, rice, soups, chicken curry, fish, and vegetables.
120 min
Bois Chéri Tea Factory
The final stop is the Bois Chéri Tea Factory where you learn about the island’s tea history and production. You may taste various teas including flavored, green, and herbal teas. The factory offers panoramic views of the southern coastline. The tour concludes with return transport to your hotel.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.