Private North Day Tour: Botanical Garden, Sugar Museum, Rum Tasting, Port Louis

4.2 (80 reviews) Port Louis, Mauritius
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Enjoy a private full-day cultural journey through northern Mauritius, combining the island’s botanical heritage, sugar and rum traditions, and the vibrant atmosphere of its capital city.

Discover world-renowned Pamplemousses Botanical Garden, home to one of the richest collections of tropical plants in the Indian Ocean. Stroll through its peaceful grounds and discover rare and endemic species that reflect Mauritius’ unique natural heritage.

Visit a sugar estate and museum, where you’ll explore the island’s deep connection to sugar production and enjoy guided tastings of locally crafted sugars and Mauritian rum.

Explore Port Louis, where you’ll immerse yourself in the energy of the capital—wandering through its bustling markets, historic streets, and cultural landmarks. Walk the Caudan Waterfront, a lively harbourfront area perfect for relaxing, shopping, and taking in the coastal atmosphere.

What's included

  • Services of a fully licensed, qualified driver
  • Pickup & Dropoff at your accommodation
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Pamplemousses Garden:
  • L’Aventure du Sucre Museum:
  • Château de Labourdonnais:
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. SSR Botanic Garden
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    In the historical village of Pamplemousses, you will visit the famous Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden, where you will get to see the giant waterlilies and 85 varieties of palm trees from around the world. You will also discover the various spices and medicinal plants and learn about the various endemic and imported plants in the garden.
  2. L'Aventure du Sucre
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    In Pamplemousses you will also visit L’Aventure du Sucre, the informative museum set in an old sugar factory. There, you will not only discover the history of sugar but also that of Mauritius, the slave trade and rum. You will leave with a new appreciation of the island and its people and get to sample the different varieties of sugar and delicious local rums.
  3. Chateau De Labourdonnais
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Discover the Château de Labourdonnais, a beautifully restored colonial mansion built in 1859 and visit their enchanting tropical garden. The tour includes a visit of the château, a walk through the orchard and the bird garden, a viewing of the giant tortoises, as well as a guided tour of their rum distillery on the estate, and free rum tasting at bar. Note: Bring mosquito sprays. Due to the age and value of certain objects found inside the house, flash-photography is not allowed inside the chateau as this could lead to damage.
  4. Port Louis
    30m
    A tour of the North isn’t complete without a visit to Port-Louis, the capital of Mauritius. The city is a blend of the old and the new. On one side you have the hustle and bustle of the city’s historical market (bazaar), built in 1828, where you can bargain for different spices and souvenirs and sample Mauritian street food. And on the other side you have the modern Caudan Waterfront, where there visitors can shop at brand name stores and eat at various restaurants. You can visit the areas of Port-Louis that interest you such as the Aapravasi Ghat (UNESCO heritage site), and the smaller streets. For great views, your driver will take you for a stop at the Citadel and you will also get to see the Champs de Mars racecourse on the way.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up at all hotels, B&Bs, apartments on the island. Please let us know which hotel, B&B or apartment you're staying at. Note that the driver will pick you up at 9am.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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