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Port Louis Market, Botanical Garden & Temple-North Mauritius Tour

By Taxi Mauritius - Tours & Transfer
Free cancellation available
Price is S$160 per traveller* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure through our exclusive full-day guided tour, designed to leave you breathless.

Start your day by immersing yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the Port Louis Market & Caudan Waterfront, where the rich colours, aromas, and local craftsmanship awaken your senses. Next, be captivated by the serene beauty of Pamplemousse Gardens, home to majestic giant water lilies, before stepping into the Châteaux de Labourdonnais.

Delve into the island’s spiritual heart with a visit to the mesmerising Tamil Temple, before concluding your journey with the stunning Red Church at Cap Malheureux—a perfect spot for unforgettable photographs.

Throughout the day, relax in a luxurious, air-conditioned vehicle, as your expert guide brings Mauritius’ culture, heritage, and landscapes to life. Let this immersive, personalised tour be your gateway to the soul of Mauritius—a trip you'll treasure forever. Book now and create memories that will last a lifetime!

Activity location

  • Port Louis
    • Port Louis, MU

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Port Louis
    • Port Louis, MU

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Port Louis Market, Botanical Garden & Temple-North Mauritius Tour in Multilingual
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • Opening hours: Mon 8:30-18:00
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
S$159.70 x 1 TravellerS$159.70
Total
Price is S$159.70
Until Sun, 22 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transport
  • What's includedWhat's included
    WiFi on board
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle

Know before you book

  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Port Louis

  • 3h
Spend the first stop of the day exploring the capital city of Mauritius, Port Louis. Visit Fort Adelaide, known as 'The Citadel', a 19th-century military fortress which features a walled courtyard and panoramic city views. Then head into the central market, the Grand Port Louise Bazaar & China Town. Marvel at the impressive array of clothing, local vegetables, and exotic spices. Continue your shopping excursion at the splendid Caudan Waterfront.

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket not included
Visit the Pamplemousses Botanical Garden, renamed Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden, and the highlight of any visit to the north. It is the oldest botanical garden in the southern hemisphere, dating back to 1735.

Chateau De Labourdonnais

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
If you love history, a visit to Domaine de Labourdonnais in Mapou is a must. Domaine de Labourdonnais is famous for its château, which was built between 1856 and 1859 and was inhabited by a Mauritian family for over 150 years. The house is a neo-classical style with the ground floor elevated and a wide veranda wrapping around the house. Step inside and admire the dining room’s beautifully detailed wallpaper and the grand teak and black wood furniture, learning about the huge jars used to marinade fish and meat in the pantry. Guides are on hand to give you insight into the house and its owners. Outside, you can stroll around the estate’s orchards and landscaped gardens and choose to have a fine dining meal overlooking the house the Château, which serves up gastronomic dishes using fruits and vegetables harvested on the estate. After, pop into the shop and pick up some jams, fruit pastes or rum made from the estate’s fruit.

Mont Choisy Beach

  • 45m
he longest beach in the north of Mauritius, Mont Choisy extends to Trou aux Biches and Pointe aux Canonniers, a beach of endless beauty. The beach is easily recognisable by its coast that formed an arc. A beach lined by thousands of large casuarinas trees, a white sand beach and a turquoise water like most of the beaches that can be found in the north of the island. You will find at the entrance of the beach of Mont Choisy a monument, a relic of the past commemorating the first flight between Mauritius to Reunion. Mont Choisy beach is ideal for a family day at the beach, you will not feel cramped on a beach this large, if you walk a bit along the coast you will find a quiet corner for a lunch or for a walk to enjoy the beauty of this beach and its beautiful curves.

Sri Draubadi Ammen Temple Society

  • 45m
Draupadi, the daughter of King Drupada of Panchal, and is the pivotal female character in the epic, Mahabharata, where she is the wife of the Pancha Pandavas. People worship Draupadi as a Goddess, a Grama Devata (village deity), and as a Kula Devata (family deity). She occupies a central place in the cultural lives of the villagers. She originate from Tamil Nadu in India. Sri Draupadi Amman resides with all her grandeur to bless the world. The temple is renowned for its profound symbolism, intricate detailing, and spiritual significance.

Notre Dame Auxiliatrice

  • 45m
Don’t let Cap Malheureux’s name put you off. These days, there’s nothing malheureux (‘unfortunate’) about this pretty fishing village on the island’s northern tip. The simple little church of Notre Dame Auxiliatrice is one of the most photographed sights on the island – its bright red roof pops against the background of blue sky, turquoise waters and dramatic headland of Le Coin de Mire. You’re welcome to pop into the church, either to join mass or take a peek at the holy water basin made from a giant clam shell.

Location

Activity location

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    Port Louis
    • Port Louis, MU

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Port Louis
    • Port Louis, MU

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