discover the North of Mauritius and fill your with stunning photos, a full-day private tour (approximately 8 hours)

8 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Balaclava. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Private full-day tour of northern Mauritius
02 Enjoy panoramic views from Fort Adelaide
03 Explore Port Louis Central Market and Caudan Waterfront
04 Visit the Pamplemousses Botanical Garden
05 Choose between The Sugar Adventure or Labourdonnais Castle
06 See Cap Malheureux and its iconic red-roofed church
07 Stop in Grand Baie or relax at Mont Choisy Beach
08 Hotel pickup and drop-off included

Discover the highlights of northern Mauritius on a private full-day tour that blends history, culture, nature, and coastal scenery. From the lively streets of Port Louis and panoramic views at Fort Adelaide to the famous Pamplemousses Botanical Garden, this experience offers a varied and family-friendly way to explore the island.

Along the way, visit landmark spots such as the Central Market, Caudan Waterfront, and Cap Malheureux with its iconic red-roofed church. You can also explore the island’s sugar heritage at The Sugar Adventure or choose the alternative visit to Labourdonnais Castle, before ending the day in Grand Baie or at Mont Choisy Beach.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Port Louis, Grand-Baie, Pamplemousses

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

A classic tour of the North of Mauritius harmoniously combines colonial history, local culture and postcard-perfect coastal scenery

Typical day itinerary in the North

8:30 AM – Departure from your hotel Early morning pick-up to avoid traffic to the capital.
09:15 – Fort Adelaide ( The Citadel)Panoramic view: Admire Port-Louis and its port from 100 meters above sea level .
History: Discover this former British fortification built in the 19th century
10:15 – Port Louis Central Market and Caudan Waterfront
Modern shopping: Walk to the Caudan Waterfront to see its famous hanging umbrellas .
12:00 – Pamplemousses Botanical Garden (SSR)Unique nature: Explore the oldest botanical garden in the southern hemisphere.
Must-sees: Don't miss the giant water lily pond ( Victoria amazonica ) and the giant tortoises.
1:30 PM – Lunch at the Sugar EstateGourmet option: Settle in at the Le Fangourin restaurant in the heart of the former Beau Plan estate.
2:30 PM – The Sugar Adventure or Labourdonnais CastleThe Sugar Adventure :An interactive museum in a former factory to understand the history of the islandthrough sugar cane, concluding with a tasting of rum sand unrefined sugars.
Alternative ( Labourdonnais ): Visit to a magnificent colonial castle surrounded by tropical orchards.
4:00 PM – Cap Malheureux and the Church with the Red RoofThe perfect shot: Visit the iconic chapel which faces the turquoise lagoon .
Coastal panorama: Enjoy the breathtaking view of the islet of Coin de Mire .
16:45 – Grand Baie and Mont Choisy BeachEnd-of-day relaxation: Make a stop in the lively seaside resort of Grand Baie or relax on the white sands of Mont Choisy .
5:30 PM – Return to your accommodation

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Balaclava. 3 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Private transportation

What's Not Included

Lunch
All Fees and Taxes

Know before you go

INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infants must not sit on laps
We can organise your pick up to your hotel or villa, our tour are personalize with a chauffeur / guide with a Private Car for maximum 4 persons. Otherwise we can organize for Group for a minimum of 5 up to 14 passengers. We drop guest to their respective hotel or villa too apart which is mention on the list.

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