Markets & crafts in Mauritius Island
Mauritius local artisans tour with a traditional lunch
Behind every handmade piece in Mauritius is a person, a story and a purpose. On this experience, you'll explore the island through its craftsmanship. You'll meet local women and artisans, and learn how tradition, sustainability and community spirit are woven into every creation.You'll start at The Beautiful Local Hands, a shop where women turn recycled materials into unique crafts, helping to improve their quality of life. Your next stop is Baz'Art Kreasion, a project dedicated to supporting women artisans as they refine their skills. Here, you'll see how jewellery and accessories are crafted with care and expertise. Later, you'll visit Le Rendez-Vous, a boutique that brings together more than 50 Mauritian designers under one roof, offering a curated collection of local products you won't find anywhere else.The experience ends with a traditional Mauritian lunch at Le Grand Désir Restaurant, followed by a visit to the Quatre Bornes Market, where you can stock up on souvenirs like textile products and little treats. You'll return to your hotel with a deeper understanding of the people, passions and traditions that make Mauritius so special.
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Mahebourg walking tour with Biscuiterie Rault visit
Discover the village of Mahebourg, the first capital of Mauritius, with a local guide. Visit Biscuterie Rault and taste traditional cassava biscuits.
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Mauritian Spices & Traditions Tour with Port Louis
Mauritius may be a small island, but it has so much to offer. This tour packs in the Pamplemousse Botanical Garden, a visit to the citadel, a panoramic tour of Port Louis and free time at the Caudan Waterfront.The morning begins with a trip to explore Pamplemousse Botanical Garden, the oldest botanical gardens in the Southern Hemisphere. Here, you can observe more than 600 rare plant species sprouting among the shady palm avenues and lily ponds.Next, it's on to one of the island's best panoramic viewpoints at 'La Citadelle'. Here, your guide will point out the Champs de Mars racecourse and Port Louis skyline before driving through central Port Louis with views from of Cathedral, Supreme Court and Government House. To finish the tour, we'll enjoy some free time at Caudan Waterfront where you can browse the craft bazaar and the modern boutiques.
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Northern Mauritius tour with Sugar World and botanical garden
The north of Mauritius is awash with history, culture and nature – this trip dips into all three in the photogenic north of the island. Visiting Cap Malheureux village and Pamplemousse Gardens, you'll stop for lunch and a rum tasting experience before free time to shop in the Caudan city craft market. Jean, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Pamplemousse is a unique botanical garden, famous for its big pond full of giant water lilies, the largest leaves of which can support a weight of around 50 kilos.'The morning begins with a photo stop at the pretty village of Cap Malheureux, home to the iconic, red-roofed church of Notre-Dame Auxiliatrice, a bright contrast to the colours of the Indian Ocean beyond. Next, we'll take a trip to Pamplemousse Gardens – the oldest botanical gardens in the southern hemisphere. Explore more than 500 rare plant species sprouting among the shady palm avenues and spice plantations here, then head on to Sugarworld for lunch.This factory and museum won't just see you fed, it's also the place to be schooled in the sugar trade, its history and to sample some sugarcane. There's some special Mauritian rum to wash it all down with too. You'll also visit the Blue Penny Museum, where displays include the famous postage stamps of 1847. Rounding off, we'll head to the city of Port Louis for free time to shop the modern boutiques down at Caudan Waterfront or hit the historic quarter's old craft bazaar.
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Mauritius South Island Tour with Chamarel Geopark & Grand Bassin
Wild beauty abounds in Mauritius. But the island's colourful south is absolutely bursting with it. This tour takes you to a roll call of must-sees. Trou aux Cerfs volcano, a sacred lake, the seven-coloured earth of Chamarel and much more await. Sandya, one of our local guides, says, ‘The south is how I imagine my island was 400 years ago. I try to imagine how our animals lived, such as the giant tortoises and extinct dodo, and the now-protected luxuriant forests.'The fun kicks off at Trou aux Cerfs, a dormant volcano with a 90-metre-deep pine-studded crater. Next, we'll visit Voiliers de l'Océan, where artisans handcraft teak models of 18th century galleons. Laurna, another of our local guides, says, ‘It takes about 300 hours to complete a small boat of 70cm, while for larger boats about 1 to 3 months, depending on the size.' At the Takamaka winery, sample lychee wines and find out how discarded skins are used. This visit supports the employment of locals in a traditional business.Then, at Grand Bassin, a lake sacred to Hindus, you'll visit a temple and maybe offer prayers. A drive through Black River Gorges National Park takes you to a restaurant in Chamarel for a lunch made from locally sourced ingredients. Highlights in the park include the 100-metre drop Chamarel waterfalls and the seven-coloured earth of Chamarel. These barren volcanic dunes are surrounded by greenery.
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Popular experiences in Mauritius Island
Mauritius Island - Underwater Waterfall Helicopter Flight from South Helipad
Admire the awe-inspiring Le Morne Brabant mountain and the unique phenomenon of the underwater waterfall from an helicopter.
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Mauritius Island - 45-Minute Scenic Helicopter Flight in Mauritius from North Helipad
Enjoy an helicopter tour in Mauritius and see some of its most iconic places: Le Morne Brabant, Underwater Waterfall and many more.
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Mauritius Island - Mauritius Scenic Helicopter Flight from South Helipad
Enjoy a helicopter ride over south Mauritius and look at the stunning views of this splendid corner of the world.
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Mauritius Island - Rhumerie de Chamarel entrance ticket
See how rum gets from the plantation to your bottle and taste Chamarel premium rum.
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Mauritius Island - 10-minute helicopter flight over the Grand Bay Area from North Helipad
Book your Mauritius helicopter flight over the Grand Bay area. Enjoy an unforgettable bird's eye view of the island.
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Mauritius Island - Mauritius Ebony Forest and bird watching tour
Explore the importance of ebony wood at the Flycatcher Forest as you see the beautiful rare birds that make this forest their home.
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Mauritius Island - Mauritius design your day private tour
Join this tour to design your perfect day in Mauritius, perfect for anyone coming with friends and family without having to stick to a tour agency's itinerary.
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Mauritius Island - Port Louis city tour with botanic garden and oceanarium visit
The bold and bright island of Mauritius is as colourful as it is compact, making it easy to explore its northern highlights on this full-day tour. Your day begins among giant water lilies the size of dinner tables and rare, ancient palms at the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanic Garden, known locally as ‘Pamplemousses' – after the grapefruit trees that thrive there.Next, you'll see the urban side of the country with a drive to the capital, Port Louis. Amid a mix of modern and colonial buildings, the landmarks you'll get a look at show off the French, British, Chinese, Indian, African and Creole influences that've shaped Mauritius over the centuries. Look out for St Louis Cathedral, the hilltop fortress and Chinatown.You'll then head to the Central Market, the heart of the city, with around three hours to browse spice-laden stalls, wander to Caudan Harbour, or sit down for lunch at one of the waterfront cafes and restaurants. Finally, you'll spend a couple of hours at the Odysseo Oceanarium. This state-of-the-art aquarium introduces you to different ecosystems, like inland forests, coral reefs and Mauritius' coastal waters. For a final thrill before you head back to your hotel, you'll see sharks and rays gliding overhead as you stroll through the glass tunnels their tanks are built around.
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Mauritius Island - Mauritius local artisans tour with a traditional lunch
Behind every handmade piece in Mauritius is a person, a story and a purpose. On this experience, you'll explore the island through its craftsmanship. You'll meet local women and artisans, and learn how tradition, sustainability and community spirit are woven into every creation.You'll start at The Beautiful Local Hands, a shop where women turn recycled materials into unique crafts, helping to improve their quality of life. Your next stop is Baz'Art Kreasion, a project dedicated to supporting women artisans as they refine their skills. Here, you'll see how jewellery and accessories are crafted with care and expertise. Later, you'll visit Le Rendez-Vous, a boutique that brings together more than 50 Mauritian designers under one roof, offering a curated collection of local products you won't find anywhere else.The experience ends with a traditional Mauritian lunch at Le Grand Désir Restaurant, followed by a visit to the Quatre Bornes Market, where you can stock up on souvenirs like textile products and little treats. You'll return to your hotel with a deeper understanding of the people, passions and traditions that make Mauritius so special.
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Mauritius Island - Mahebourg walking tour with Biscuiterie Rault visit
Discover the village of Mahebourg, the first capital of Mauritius, with a local guide. Visit Biscuterie Rault and taste traditional cassava biscuits.
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Mauritius Island - Mauritius dolphin and whale watching speedboat tour
Join this speedboat tour and spot wild dolphins and whales in their natural habitat in Mauritius. Enjoy the ride as you sightsee and go snorkeling near the reef.
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Mauritius Island - Mauritius Oceanarium Entrance Ticket With Transfer
Book your tickets and visit the first oceanarium of its sort in Mauritius and the largest in the Mascarene Archipelago.
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Mauritius Island - Mauritius submarine tour
Dive into an unforgettable adventure with this panoramic submarine tour. Witness marine life, coral formations, and the ocean's hidden beauty.
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Mauritius Island - Mauritius Five Island Cataspeed Tour
Embark on a cataspeed tour. Snorkel at Blue Bay Marine Park, visit Ile au Phare, and relish a BBQ lunch at Ilot Mangénie.
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Mauritius Island - Mauritius Nature Eco-Tour with Ebony Forest Visit
Embark on an eco-adventure tour, visit a rare Ebony tree sanctuary, savour traditional Mauritian cuisine, explore the World of Seashells museum, and learn about recycling.
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Mauritius Island - Mauritius 75-Minute Private Helicopter Flight from North Helipad
Discover the jewels that Mauritius hides, enjoy aerial views of Ile aux Cerfs and admire the untouched parts of Tamarind Waterfalls.
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Mauritius Island - Mauritius Ebony Forest and hiking tour
Enjoy a 3-4 hour hiking tour along the Ridgeline Trail at Ebony Forest and learn about the history of Île aux Benitiers
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Mauritius Island - Bras d'Eau and Roches Noires mountain bike tour in Mauritius
Enjoy mountain biking through Bras d'Eau National Park and the authentic village of Roches Noires in Mauritius with an experienced guide.
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Mauritius Island - Mauritius Ebony Forest Chamarel entrance tickets
Marvel at the beauty and tranquility of the Ebony Forest and enjoy the mountains and greenery that Chamarel can offer you.
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Mauritius Island - Mauritius sea kayaking at Île D'Ambre
Enjoy the mangroves of Île D'Ambre where you can sea kayak, relax, soak, snorkel, or take a short walk at the beach.
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