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North Tour

Created with Sketch. North Coast, Mauritius
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Duration

7 hours

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Tour Type

Specific Tour

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Inventory

4 people

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Languages

English, French, German

Overview

The north coast of Mauritius is colourful, bright and trendy. But more, it relates the history of the island and is a great way to learn about Mauritius.

Is this trip for you

This tour will take you through the historical times of Mauritius as you walk through the house of the Wiehe family. Learn about the lifestyle of the French family during the island’s ancient times and how it changed and progressed through time. Visiting the house, the orchards and the gardens consist of a bit of walking, but it is leisurely walk. You will also see how the famous ship models of the island is made, see the meticulous job of the worksmen in the workshop, which is very interesting to see. And then on top of the iconic spot at Cap Malheureux, visit Grand Baie for some shopping. If you need to do some souvenir shopping, this might be a good opportunity.

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HIGHLIGHTS

  • Discover Château de Labourdonnais and its small orchard.
  • Enjoy a tasting of fresh fruit juices from the orchard and the famous Labourdonnais fruit paste.
  • Visit of Historic Marine Ship Model Factory.
  • Stop at the famous red roof Chapel in Cap Malheureux.
  • Grand Baie Bazaar- the local market.

Itinerary

Tour the Iconic north of Mauritius
The tour starts with a visit of Chateau Labourdonnais, the prime of colonial architecture on the island, and its orchard. The visit lasts one hour as you wander through the mansion to learn about the Wiehe family and visit the magnificent orchards. Afterwards, discover the tropical flavours of the island through a tasting of the fresh Labourdonnais juices and its famous fruit pastes.

Continue on to the well-known ship model factory in Goodlands- Historic Marine, and witness the meticulous work of the shipmodel carvers.

The tour then goes through the villages of Anse La Raie, with a stop at the famous red roof chapel of Cap Malheureux, Notre Dame Auxiliatrice Chapel, for your most epic photo, before continuing to the village of Grand Baie. Here you will also be able to take stunning photos of the majestic Gunner's Quoin.

The rest of the afternoon is leisure time to discover our famous seaside village of Grand Baie, with its numerous shops, and the bazar, ideal to get your local souvenir.

Included/Exclude

  • Round trip transportation for the day.
  • The tour is accompanied by a guide.
  • Live tour commentary.
  • Entrance fees.
  • Beverages during the day.
  • Tips and gratuities, at your own discretion.

Tour's Location

Created with Sketch. North Coast, Mauritius

Practical Information

  • Pick up time will be communicated 48 hours prior to the tour.
  • Bring water to keep hydrated all day.
  • Subject to final confirmation.

Cancellation

100% fees 24 hours before.

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Davina Naiken

Member Since 2020

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