Private Tour

Mauritius Guided South tour (Private)

Overview

Available languages

English

French

7 hours

Mobile ticket

Explore the southern part of Mauritius in a private day tour. Pickup and drop off are offered from around the island.

Your adventure begins at your hotel where you will be picked up and then go through the town of Curepipe to reach the top of Trou aux Cerfs crater to see an extinct volcano.

Then, head to Grand Bassin Hindu Temple which is surrounded by the crater lake of Ganga Talao. there you will have the chance to see the most prayed Hindu gods.

From the temple then drive to Black River Gorges National Park and Alexandra Waterfall to admire the breathtaking panoramas of the island's southern landscapes and mountains.

A final stop at La Valley des Couleurs, where the 23 Colored Earth marvel awaits, complemented by an array of local activities. Your journey concludes with a scenic drive back to your hotel.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Private transportation

Air-conditioned vehicle

All Fees and Taxes

Lunch is excluded in the price, however the driver can recommend you some restaurants to enjoy a delicious lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Trou aux Cerfs

Explore the southern part of Mauritius in a 7hrs private day tour. The tour begins with pick-up anywhere in Mauritius. You will meet & be greeted by our driver/guide, then you are ready to set off for your first stop. You'll be heading to Trou Aux Cerfs which is one of the famous natural tourist attractions in Mauritius. The dormant volcanic crater is around 605 meters above sea level, with a diameter of 350 meters & a depth of around 100 meters. Unlike the typical volcanic features, Trou aux Cerfs’ crater is surrounded by a vast area of lush forest consisting of indigenous plant species and some giant green pine trees. It is believed that the Trou aux Cerfs erupted once and has remained dormant for the last 700 000 years; experts believe that there is a potential chance for it to become active again. Definitely, one of the main highlights is the 360-degree view of the town, Curepipe & the majestic view of Rempart Mountain, Trois Mamelles, and the Port-Louis-Moka Mountain range.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Grand Bassin

After few minutes driving, you will reach Grand Bassin (commonly known as Ganga Talao is a crater lake, about 550 meters above sea level, located in the mountainous Southwest of Mauritius. On the shoreline sits a temple along with a collection of small shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva and other gods. During your visit to this sacred site, you will inevitably be awestruck by the gigantic statue of Lord Shiva. However, fear not about your doom, at Grand Bassin you will find the Hindu God Lord Shiva, smiling and as peaceful as ever. The statue is 33 meters high & is the highest known statue in Mauritius. Ganga Talao is a major draw of crowds in Mauritius, with many people visiting the site to pray meditate, or simply to walk by the lake and enjoy the gorgeous surrounding views. The lake of Ganga Talao is thought to be around 18 meters deep and is teeming with a healthy population of fish and eels.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Mauritius Guided South tour (Private)

Pickup included

Reviews

4.71

7 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great trip to explore the South of Mauritius.
Caroline B,
Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A varied and interesting experience. Ritchie the driver was both professional and personable. The highlight for me was the Temple visit. Certainly a great way to find out more about the South of the Island. Would recommend.
A perfect day in Mauritius
Jo H,
Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Kavish was a terrific guide/host/companion. His timing was spot-on, with exactly the time I wanted at each spot. The places we visited were the prime sites- especially the glorious Chameral Coloured Sands and Waterfall, and tge volcano. Kavish guided me to the perfect lunch - local food, family restaurant, in my budget. I never felt pressured to go anywhere or spend extra money. Instead he went to extraordinary lengths to take me to two obscure spots that are very important to me *(the Flinders and Laperouse Monuments). Thank you for a perfect day in Mauritius!
This is a great tour to...
Michael E,
Feb 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
This is a great tour to get around and see what the Island of Mauritius holds. The driver was very knowledgeable and very diligent to provide a great experience. However be fair warned that you will be pushed through the tourist traps which takes away from the real mauritius experience.
Great, informative excursion
Waltraud A,
Jan 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our driver took us safely and on time to all the viewpoints and gave us excellent information (about life in Mauritius)
Worth it!!!
Dominique L,
Oct 20, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Perfect tour guide. Informative, friendly and patient. Would recommend this trip as faroz was amazing! Got to feed the monkeys also!!
Exploring Mauritius with Ridwaan
Tracy R,
Feb 24, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We first met Ridwaan when he picked us up at the airport. He was an excellent driver and a very nice person. He also took the safety precautions due to Covid-19 very seriously so we felt safe. We went all over the island with Ridwaan and he even arranged a private boat for us to see the dolphins. He always took us exactly where we wanted to go which included bird watching and the Ebony Forest. His service was friendly, professional and reasonably priced. Highly recommended.