Port Louis & Pamplemousses Private Day Trip

On this private excursion around the north of Mauritius, you'll discover Port Louis, the island’s capital. We'll also go to Pamplemousses, where we'll stroll through the botanical gardens, enter an old sugar factory that now houses a museum, and visit the Labourdonnais plantation, where you will try the local rum and tropical sorbets!

Description

After collecting you from your hotel at the indicated time, we'll head for Port Louis, the capital of Mauritius. Established as a secure port by the French colonies in the 17th century, it serves as a commercial centre and the most important harbour in the region. We'll pass along the streets of Port Louis and browse Central Market, a traditional commercial space.

Our next stop is Caudan Waterfront, a small peninsula that has become the commercial centre of Port Louis, featuring select restaurants and shops within its pretty buildings.

Our guide will take you to Chinatown. Through the traditional ‘friendship gate’, you'll see pagodas and small restaurants. We'll also visit Fort Adelaide, a colonial citadel that dominates the city. Afterward, you'll have free time for lunch.

We will then head to the Botanical Gardens in Pamplemousses, which date back over 200 years, to admire the famous giant water lilies. You can also choose to add a visit to an old sugar factory, now known as “L’Aventure du Sucre” (The Sugar Adventure). This 1774 hacienda features a sugar cane plantation, and you'll sample rum, juice, and jams.

The tour ends back at your hotel, approximately 8 hours after the initial pickup.