Port Louis and Pamplemousses Garden - A full day trip
Overview
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8 hours
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City Tour and Botanical Garden.
Highlights: Pamplemousses Garden, Port Louis Capital, Caudan Waterfront including Victoria Urban Terminal, the market and Citadel Fort Adelaide (as per opening days).
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Lunch is available when mentioned in the purchase.
What To Expect
SSR Botanic Garden
The Botanic Garden, formally known as Sir Seewoosagur Botanic Garden, is one of the most visited attractions in Mauritius. The garden is located in the proximity of Port-Louis, in the district of Pamplemousses. The botanical garden was initially opened as a private garden by the French governor of Mauritius nearly 300 years ago, later to become the National Botanical Garden of Mauritius. The botanical garden stretches over endless acres of land and it may take you more than a week to cover the whole garden. It is populated with more than 650 varieties of plants among which are the famous Baobabs, the Palmier Bouteille, the ineluctable Giant Water Lilies, dozens of medicinal plants, a large spice garden and many more. One of the main attractions of the botanical garden is the 85 different varieties of palm trees brought from different corners of the world. Other indigenous species of plants are also exhibited here.
Port Louis
Port Louis, the cosmopolitan capital city of Mauritius was founded in 1735 by the French governor and pioneer Bertrand-François Mahé de La Bourdonnais. Located on the Northwest Coast, Port Louis is the administrative and business capital of the island. Buzzing with activity during the day, the city is full of cultural and historical treasures that should not be missed. Beyond the central market, which is a focal point for those who want to feel close to the soul of Mauritius, are many historic sites including the Champ de Mars - the oldest race course in the southern hemisphere.
Options
Full Day Tour Only
Private Vehicle.: Chauffeur driven, air-conditioned vehicle. Pickup included
Full Day Tour + Lunch
Lunch and drinks included: EITHER Chicken OR Fish OR Beef. Veg Also Available To specify any allergies Private Vehicle Pickup included
What‘s Included
Transport by private vehicle
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Gratuities
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Beautiful day on a great island
Hallergasse1110,Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spent our holiday as a family of five at the Beachcomber Cannoniere Mauritius. We booked for this excursion Rajesh Seewoopaul Rajesh.991@hotmail.com Spoke a great English, very informative. Took time for everything, knew the best places to exchange money. The family felt well looked after around. The car was very comfortable and space adequate for us as well. DANKE RAJESH!!!!
Goid trip made great by Veet
David M,Aug 16, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Good tour , made great by our guide/driver veet , who was very new to role but took us to extra sites . Poor fella had an accident , which was not his fault , on way back , which meant we didn’t get back until much later than planned . Just hope he gets it all sorted
Reserve more time for the botanical Garden
Kalman K,Apr 12, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00The Botanical Garden was a super experience, highly recommended to stay 2 hours at least. Unfortunately Fort Adelaide was closed due to a public holiday as well es the Blue Penny Museum. Our Guide, Hansley brought us to a tea museum which was not on the program and was really interesting.
Tour of the North
Steven David G,Apr 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Driver was on time and very friend. Car was clean inside and out. The driver was very knowledgeable about his local area and the country he lives in.
Interesting town
Brenda L,Oct 8, 2023
- Review from Viator
3.00This tour was OK. I would have liked a slower walk-through umbrella sq and Port Louis so I could take pictures. Markets were interesting. Recommend paying the extra to have a tour guide in the botanical gardens. Lunch was ok. 'Pin Location' means 'address' not that the tour guide used it.
Day filled with shopping
Nicola V,Jun 26, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Kunal looked after us very well! We had a great time, thank you for a unforgettable day! Lunch was out of this world as well!
Amazing trip!
gilvear12,May 8, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic day sightseeing, our driver and guide, Vinoo, was very knowledgeable and friendly. He went above and beyond to ensure that we got the most out of the day and couldn’t recommend him highly enough! He showed us around the capital, and allowed us time to do some shopping in the local and craft markets. The views from Fort Adelaide were breathtaking across the capital towards the Indian Ocean. The Botanical Gardens were very pretty with the added bonus of giant tortoises. We also had the lunch option which was delicious.
Botanical Gardens at Pamplemousses Mauritiius
Hugh W,Apr 24, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00We didn't do this full day tour but we went to the Botanical Gardens at Pamplemousses on our own. Very disappointing I'm afraid. A general down at heel feel to the place. Plants and trees either not labelled or inadequately. The fine colonial house is closed and there are no proper facilities for visitors. Even the tortoises look depressed and kept in poor conditions compared to the La Vanille reserve in the south of the island.
Excellent Trip!
Kavita P,Oct 11, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00Nawfal was an excellent and helpful guide and we really enjoyed the excursion, would highly recommend!
A short informative tour to see a small part of the island
whodaresgins2017,Apr 11, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A morning to see a small part of the island . The Botanical gardens were good to see and worth getting a guide otherwise you would miss too much . We then went onto visit the Port Louis - the fort , local market and waterfront . Our guide was informative and friendly .
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