Mauritius: Southern Tour w/La Vanille & Le Morne Beach

Overview

This private full-day tour in Mauritius combines cultural sites, wildlife encounters, adventure activities, and scenic beaches, ideal for nature and adventure enthusiasts.

Highlights

• See giant tortoises at La Vanille Crocodile Park
• Visit the sacred Hindu lake and temples at Grand Bassin
• Explore Gris Gris Beach with an optional lunch, Rivier Des Galet, and Le Morne Beach
• Spot Nile crocodiles, tenrecs, eels, iguanas, and other wildlife
• Experience offroad quad biking, ziplines, and the Nepalese bridge

Description

Your tour begins with hotel pickup and a visit to Grand Bassin, a sacred Hindu lake known for its peaceful atmosphere. Admire the towering Shiva statue at Mangal Mahadev and feed the wild monkeys in the area.

Next, enjoy adrenaline activities at Valles des Couleurs, where you can try quad biking, ziplining, and crossing the Nepalese Bridge (activities at personal expense).

Continue to La Vanille Crocodile Park, home to endemic flora and fauna. Observe Nile crocodiles, tenrecs, eels, iguanas, and giant tortoises native to Madagascar and Seychelles. Learn about extinct species through fossils, including the dodo and elephant bird, and visit the insectarium featuring rare insects from around the world.

Travel along scenic routes, stopping to absorb the calm beauty of Rivier des Galet Beach and Bel Ombre. Visit the Maconde Viewpoint for panoramic island views before relaxing at Gris Gris Beach with an option for lunch.

End your day at Le Morne Beach, renowned for clear waters suitable for swimming and snorkeling. Finally, return to your hotel with convenient transfer included.

Includes

• Hotel and Airbnb pickup and drop-off throughout Mauritius
• Air-conditioned transportation
• Private guided tour
• Bottled water
• Onboard WiFi
• Child seats available on request

Booking Tips

Wear comfortable clothing and bring swimwear, sunscreen, and a hat. Book in advance for preferred dates. The best time to visit is during the cooler, dry season between May and November.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.