Port Louis: all 18 tours and excursions for your cruise

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Port louis by private van with guide - full day

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore Port Louis at your leisure during your full-day (8-hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Grand Bassin Sacred Lake, Chamarel Seven Coloured Earths,...

Port louis by private van with guide - half day

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore Port Louis at your leisure during your half-day (4-hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Pamplemousses Botanical Garden, Eureka Colonial House, Chateau...

Port louis by private car with guide - full day

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore Port Louis at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Grand Bassin Sacred Lake, Chamarel Seven Coloured Earths,...

Port louis by private car with guide - half day

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore Port Louis at your leisure during your half-day (4-hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Pamplemousses Botanical Garden, Eureka Colonial House, Chateau...

Historical highlights of chamarel

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Discover the South-West of Mauritius with a mixture of landscapes between impressive mountain peaks and ranges, sugar cane fields and the beautiful coastline. This region holds a special place in the history of the island as it used to shelter escaped slaves, called maroons, throughout the 18th to 19th centuries. The most local and authentic villages are located in this area as they are located far from the well developed urban areas. The first stop is at Chamarel Coffee plantation, the only...

History of mauritian tea

  • Cruise line: Silversea
On this half-day tour enjoy a beautiful visit of the long established Bois Chéri Tea Estate and learn about  the history and the importance of tea productions in Mauritius. Bois Cheri Tea EstateDepart the pier for an approximately 1-hour transfer to Bois Cheri Tea Estate. It was the French who first introduced tea to Mauritius but the cultivation of the fragrant shrub only started in earnest with the arrival of the British. Bois Chéri Tea Estate is the first tea plantation in...

Ile aux aigrettes nature reserve exploration

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Imagine visiting Mauritius five centuries ago before the first colonizers, you would encounter a lush and vivid forest inhabited by species native to Mauritius or the Mascarenes like the majestic ebony, the Eugenia bojeri and the Chassalia coriacea along with the Mauritius fody, the Mauritian Flying Fox and the mythic Dodo. While the Dodo is extinct, you can still experience this piece of history on the Ile Aux Aigrettes Island, a nature reserve managed by the Mauritius Wildlife Foundation to...

Colonial heritage of mahebourg

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Meet the past of Mauritius by exploring the Old Grand Port region where the first settlers arrived in the country. Mahebourg, Biscuiterie Rault, Tasting Depart the pier for an approximately one-hour transfer to Biscuiterie Rault, located in Mahebourg. Visit the oldest biscuit factory in the island and the only one in the region to manufacture biscuits from cassava. This plant was introduced by the French Governor Mahé de Labourdonnais in 1735 to feed cattle. In 1868, Hilarion Rault, whose...

Escapade at 5* lux grand gaube

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Spend an amazing day at a 5 star resort in Mauritius on all inclusive basis. Situated in the north-east of the island, LUX* Grand Gaube features the best views of the blue sea and the ultimate atmosphere. Amidst lush tropical gardens, the resort offers two spectacular pools, a full-service spa, a kids' and teens' club, an impressive selection of things to do and international culinary delights. The LUX* Grand Gaube.LUX Grand Gaube ResortThe totally reimagined retro-chic tropical retreat...

Catamaran adventure

  • Cruise line: Silversea
An unforgettable experience by discovering the West coast of the island on board a catamaran.   Tamarin Bay and Crystal Rock After an approx 1 hour transfer to the jetty, embark on the catamaran to explore the coves and stunning lagoons where dolphins are often seen. In the calm blue waters of the West, complete relaxation awaits. This catamaran cruise is a perfect reflection of the West Coast of Mauritius and its reputation: laid back, sun drenched, wonderfully idle. Setting off from Black...

Golf & tea time

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Bois Cheri Tea PlantationProceed to the village of Bois Cheri to enjoy a taste of Mauritian Heritage. The village hosts the oldest tea plantation on the island which dates back to 1892, and today is the largest producer of tea on the island. The plantation covers 250 hectares. This working tea factory turns 40 tonnes of tea leaves into ten tonnes of tea per day. There is also a museum which charts the history of tea and has exhibits of various machinery which became obsolete over the 115 years that...

Treasures of the south

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Trou-Aux-Cerfs Volcanic CraterStart the day with a stop at Trou-Aux-Cerfs, (also known as Murr's Volcano) the major dormant volcanic crater with a well-defined cone and crater. It is 606 m (1,985ft) high. The crater was formed less than 2 million years ago in the second phase of volcanic activity that created Mauritius. According to experts the volcano is currently dormant but could become active at any time within the next thousand years. Stop to view its 360° panoramic view. Grand Bassin...

Sugar museum & chateau labourdonnais

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Beau Plan Sugar FactoryThe former Beau Plan sugar Factory, now known as L'Aventure du Sucre, houses one of the best museums in Mauritius. It not only tells the story of sugar in great detail but also covers the history of Mauritius, slavery, the rum trade and much, much more. In 1998, after 177 years of raw sugar production the Beau Plan Sugar estate (L'Aventure du Sucre) ceased its operations and the factory building was converted into a museum. It tells the fascinating story of the...

Discover mauritius: heritage, culture & flavors

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Experience Mauritius’ rich heritage and vibrant culture on this half-day journey through its historic landmarks and lively traditions. Nelson Mandela Centre for African Culture, Local Historian Lecture, Sega Performance Disembark the ship and board your coach for an approximate 30-minute drive to La Tour Koenig, where your journey into the island’s rich cultural tapestry begins. Upon arrival, step inside the Nelson Mandela Centre for African Culture, where a local historian will unveil...

Authentic grand port: land & sea exploration

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Discover on this full-day land and sea adventure the rich heritage and natural beauty of Mauritius. Dutch Landing Site, Frederik Hendrik Museum Board your coach for an approx. 30-minute scenic transfer to Vieux Grand Port, the cradle of Mauritius’ history. Here, a prominent monument and the Frederik Hendrik Museum mark the site where Dutch sailors first landed in 1598. Stroll along the historic trail with your expert local historian, who will bring centuries-old tales to life as you admire...

Mauritius by helicopter

  • Cruise line: Silversea
During your 40 minute flight, enjoy Mauritius with this scenic helicopter tour. The take-off is from Triolet in the north of the island. Seen from the sky, the city of Port-Louis is a beautiful sight with its daily routine. The sixteen silos of the Moulin de la Concorde and the ships landing in the capital already mark the beginning of a beautiful adventure. Alternating between the green spaces and the lagoon, your flight will continue to Ile aux Bénitiers. Albion lighthouseDon't miss...

Ile des deux cocos retreat

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Indulge your senses with the beauty of Mauritius during this full-day excursion to the idyllic Ile des Deux Cocos. Ile des Deux CocosProceed through the Blue Bay National Marine Park to the blissful Ile des Deux Cocos, with its pearl-white beaches and translucent water. You'll be greeted with a refreshing cold towel and welcome drink, before going to relax on the beach or stroll along the small paths through native woodland. A wide range of free activities are available during the day. Swim...

Island wonders

  • Cruise line: Silversea
This tour will take you to discover the colonial architectures and the contrasting modern infrastructures in and around the Capital city of Port Louis and also to catch a glimpse of a colourful cross section of the Mauritian life.The Caudan WaterfrontVisit the Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis main shopping area facing the harbour. It is located in a zone which has witnessed a major development during the past few years with the construction of a metro station, urban bus terminal, marina, oceanarium...