• Bois Cheri Tea Factory and Tea Museum - Start your 8-hour all-inclusive East Mauritius tour with a convenient hotel pick-up from any location in Mauritius. You’ll be warmly welcomed by our certified guide, and after settling into your comfortable vehicle, you’ll head to your first destination, the Bois Cheri Tea Factory.

Your journey begins at the Bois Chéri Tea Factory, where a guide will take you through the factory and tea plantation, sharing the rich history, stories, and significance of tea production in Mauritius.

Following the factory tour, you’ll explore the tea production museum to delve deeper into the history of tea in Mauritius.

Bois Chéri offers a stunning panoramic view of the island’s southern region. Today, Bois Chéri produces a variety of flavored teas, green teas, and herbal teas, which you can sample during your visit.

• Rum St Aubin Distillery - Next, you’ll discover the Rhumerie St Aubin. Set in a charming colonial house with tropical and traditional vibes, the Rhumerie de St Aubin Distillery offers insights into rum-making on this paradise island. Enjoy a delightful rum tasting session, exploring the diverse flavors produced by the distillery.

Freshverde Holidays invites you to visit the Rhumerie de St-Aubin, where an experienced guide will provide a detailed explanation of the rum-making process during your distillery tour. Enjoy a quaint visit and rum tasting.

Highlights:

• Visit the Rum House and Tasting

• Guided tour of the Sugar Factory

• Visit La Vieille Cheminée du Domaine de Saint Aubin

• Visit the Vanilla House

• Visit the Anthurium Greenhouse

• Explore the tropical botanical and spice gardens at Saint Aubin

• Discover the Mini Farm of Domaine de Saint Aubin

• Blue Bay Marine Park - Blue Bay Marine Park is a top spot to witness the vibrant marine life and enjoy snorkeling in Mauritius. At the Marine Park, you can choose to view the underwater world from a glass-bottom boat or dive in for snorkeling.

Snorkeling at the park is highly recommended, as the colorful marine life is truly breathtaking.

With an average depth of 5.5 meters and crystal-clear water, the snorkeling conditions are perfect, offering excellent views of the reef, fish, and a wide variety of corals.

Blue Bay Marine Park is home to mangroves, algae, seagrasses, corals, and other marine life. It hosts a diverse range of fish species, including Damselfish, Surgeonfish, Butterflyfish, juvenile Sailfin Tangs, as well as tiny Pipefish and Trumpetfish.

Note: All activities are supervised to protect the flora and fauna, respecting marine life and its ecosystem.

• Mahebourg Museum - Next, enjoy a 3-course lunch at a local restaurant, featuring fresh salads, rice, soups, chicken, fish, and vegetables.

Then, proceed to Mahebourg to visit the National History Museum of Mauritius, which offers a historical journey of the island dating back to the 18th century.

The Naval Museum of Mauritius showcases the remnants of the French colonial empire. The museum’s appeal lies not only in its exhibits but also in its historical building. It’s worth seeing both the exterior and the various exhibitions. Additionally, you’ll find exquisite artifacts from numerous shipwrecks, including bones of extinct Giant Tortoises and the Dodo, providing evidence of their existence until a few hundred years ago.

• Mahebourg Waterfront - Afterward, visit the Mahebourg waterfront to explore the fascinating culture and history of Mauritius. Located in a traditional Mauritian village, the new Mahebourg Waterfront is perfect for a relaxing walk and a journey back in time, immersing yourself in local history. You’ll learn about the epic battle fought in this region and see the memorial, Bataille de le Passe, honoring the fighters who lost their lives. Enjoy the panoramic view of the battle site.

• Bazar Street - Then, head to the Mahebourg local market, a vibrant place for those eager to experience local culture. Discover amazing products at great prices. Initially focused on silks and textiles, the market now offers a wide variety of seashells. It features typical market goods like vegetables and fruits for locals, as well as a range of local handicrafts and souvenirs.

Don’t miss the food! The Mahebourg Market offers a delicious selection of street food, including Briyani, Dholl Puri (lentil pancakes), Chinese Noodles, and the famous Gato Pima (split pea fritters). Enjoy a delightful street food tasting without worrying about your diet!

• Frederick Hendrick Museum - Finally, visit the Frederick Hendrick Museum, a historical site showcasing the remnants of the first human settlement in Mauritius. Located at Old Grand Port, this site bears witness to the Dutch and French colonial settlements on the southeast coast of Mauritius. The museum is surrounded by a lush tropical garden and includes a visitor center with an exhibition of artifacts found during archaeological excavations since 1997, along with the remains of some ruins. These include building materials like stones, bricks, nails, military objects such as musket balls, cannonballs, flintstones, and many other intriguing items.

• Blue-Bay Marine park and Glass bottom boat trip
• Snorkeling at Blue Bay marine park
• Snorkeling equipments will be provided (Blue-Bay Marine park)
• Tea tasting at Le Bois Cheri restaurant (Panoramic view)
• Entrance to Bois cheri Tea Factory & Tea Route
• Rum tasting at Rhumerie De St-Aubin
• Entrance to the Rhumerie De St-Aubin
• Mauritian Culinary Lunch Experience (Vegetarian or Non-vegetarian)
• Beverages during lunch (Non- Alcoholic)
• Bottled water upon arrival
• Pick-up and drop-off at any accommodation in Mauritius
• Private transportation in a fully air-conditioned vehicle
• Services of a fully qualified certified private guide/driver

• Gratuities (Optional)

Explore the many attractions of the South-East on this 8-hour all-inclusive private tour. Start with a visit to Rhumerie de St-Aubin, where you can learn about the traditional rum-making process and indulge in a delightful rum tasting session.

Then, proceed to the renowned Bois Chéri Tea Factory to discover the production of Mauritian tea and enjoy a tea tasting while taking in the stunning views of the surrounding plantations.

Next, visit Blue Bay Marine Park for a glass-bottom boat trip and snorkeling adventure to admire the vibrant coral reefs and colorful marine life.

Afterward, enjoy a delicious lunch before heading to the Mahebourg National Museum to explore the island’s intriguing history. Take a leisurely walk along the Mahebourg Waterfront, famous for the historic Bataille de la Passe, and immerse yourself in the local culture and artisanal products at the lively Mahebourg Market.

Finally, visit the Frederik Hendrik Museum to view the remnants of the Dutch settlement.

• Vegetarian meals available – please request when booking
• Children 3 years & under are free; notify if a infant seat is needed
• Inform us of any food allergies or illnesses
• Wear non-slip shoes and comfortable clothes
• Bring towels and spare clothes for snorkeling at Blue-Bay Marine park

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.