Private Tour
South-West of Mauritius Private Full-Day Scenic Tour with Lunch
Overview
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8 hours
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Explore the southwest of Mauritius on this 7–8 hour Private scenic tour along with your guide with a stop at Trou aux Cerfs, a lush green dormant volcano.
Next, stop at Mare aux Vacoas, the largest reservoir in Mauritius, peacefully surrounded by dense forest.
Continue to the sacred lake of Grand Bassin, where you will experience one of the island’s most important spiritual sites. Afterward, head to Alexandra Falls where cascading waters resemble scenes from a real-life jungle.
Drive to the Black River Gorges Viewpoint, offering spectacular views over the deep valleys. Later, discover Bassin Blanc, a beautiful crater lake nestled within thick forest.
Enjoy a Mauritian lunch before continuing to the famous Twenty-three Colour Earth, known for its naturally multi-colored sand dunes. Next, visit Chamouze Waterfall, an impressive single-drop waterfall cascading.
Finally, conclude your tour at Gris-Gris, where you will witness powerful waves crashing against rugged cliffs
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Trou aux Cerfs
Discover the spectacular southwest of Mauritius on this unforgettable private full-day scenic tour, accompanied by your expert local guide. From volcanic craters and sacred lakes to waterfalls, lush forests, colorful landscapes, and dramatic coastal cliffs, this experience showcases some of the island’s most breathtaking natural wonders. Your journey begins at the famous Trou aux Cerfs, a dormant volcanic crater surrounded by lush greenery and offering panoramic views across Mauritius. Continue through scenic mountain roads toward Mare aux Vacoas, the island’s largest reservoir, peacefully nestled within dense forest landscapes.
Continue toward Mare aux Vacoas, the largest freshwater reservoir in Mauritius. Nestled within dense forest landscapes, the peaceful lake and refreshing mountain atmosphere create a tranquil stop perfect for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts. Although nothing as fancy as the other attractions in Mauritius, Mare aux Vacoas is a gem hidden between lines of thick forests. It is the perfect place to spend a relaxing few minutes away from the usual hustle and bustle of the country. The reservoir even offers a rather amazing view worth several clicks.
What‘s Included
Beverages during lunch (Non- Alcoholic)
Pick-up and drop-off at any accommodation in Mauritius
Entrance to Twenty-Three Colored Earth and Chamouny Waterfall
Certified private Guide/Driver
Private transportation in a fully air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water upon arrival
Mauritian Culinary Lunch Experience (Vegetarian or Non-vegetarian)
Gratuities (optional)
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South-West of Mauritius Private Full-Day Scenic Tour
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Reviews
485 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
South West Mauritius scenic tour
ajp602,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an excellent day with Manav who took us to all the best spots on our tour. Would definitely book this tour again when we come back to Mauritius. We had a lot of fun especially doing the activities in the adventure park
Fantastic overview of the island of Mauritius
Robin C,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour is a great overview of some of the sites of the southwestern potion of the island. Kavi, our driver, is fluent in English and has great knowledge of each site. He tailored the tour to our interests- geology, beach/snorkeling info, history/customs. Lunch was at a beachside restaurant on the south shore of grilled fish or chicken and was delicious. His vehicle is large, modern, and comfortable. The full 7 hours was fun, interesting, friendly, and informative. My husband and I loved the tour.
5 star
Richard O,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience day. Our driver Aniket was very informative and answered all of our questions. It was a rainey day but an umbrella was provided as was water
Nice tour of the south west
668nassere,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Radhika was a very nice guide and gave us useful information for the remainder of the holiday too
Amazing tour made even netter by our guide
michaelsN47WA,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed this trip, it was one of the highlights of our stay in Mauritius. The scenery in the south-west is absolutely stunning, and everything was perfectly organized. A special shoutout to our driver and guide Manav, who made the whole experience even better. He was friendly, professional, and shared a lot of interesting insights along the way. Thanks to him, the day felt smooth, relaxed, and genuinely enjoyable. Highly recommend this tour if you want to explore the island in a comfortable and personal way.
Absolutely beautiful trip to the south of Mauritius
Go765089,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time and our tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. He took his time to explain the different places we visited. He was kind and thoughtful and also very patient.
Thee 👌 best
202phindilem,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kind, caring and friendly and welcoming
Disappointment
Lisa E,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Activity did not take place as driver was not on site. Friendly on the phone. I was promised that I would get my money back. We haven't gotten a dime back yet. 400 euros and no performance.
Underwhelming
Sarah O,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Tour felt a little rushed. We were back in six and a half hours but would have liked much longer in Valle Adventure Park to have a cold drink and enjoy the surroundings. Missed the deer as had to cut the walk short. The lunch was very disappointing. We were not offered what was advertised. No curry, no meat or fish and no salad. Just cheese fritters, vegetable rice and ice cream. Only one drink allowed and no water available with our meal. The crater part of the tour is a bit pointless as you can’t see it from where we were. Our guide showed it to us on a picture on his phone.
Unexpected costs
Sianisoo,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Purchased through Viator, a trip advisor company. Cost per adult was £87.34. Manav was our private driver for the day. The day before the excursion he sent a WhatsApp to introduce himself. Throughout the day he was professional, informative and knowledgeable about the sites we visited. He was able to answer all our questions about the sites with ease. We built a good rapport through the day. The car was clean and comfortable, which made us feel safe. The sites visited were very good, and Manav provided good information about the island and its history. We encountered two issues on the excursion. 1. Valle Advenature Park - To visit two attractions: the Twenty-Three colored earth, and the Chamuny Waterfall, stating "Admission Ticket Included". We were disappointed with the Valle Adventure Park, as we did not expect the additional cost involved in seeing the Twenty-Three coloured earth and the Chamuny Waterfall. We were told that to see these attractions, we had to choose a package to get around the park, and there was no other option to see them. In order to see these we needed to pay an additional £280.56 each (on top of the Viator excursion price) to visit the areas. Initially the price was over £460 for a package deal but likely Manav was there to help us negotiate a lower price for quad biking and 7 zip lines, the Twenty-Three coloured earth and the Chamuny Waterfall were only seen in the second half of the package doing the zip lines. So we didn't even need to do quad biking which they told us we should do to see the first attraction. If it was not for Manav we probably would have just asked to leave the park, but we decided to stay as he helped get a lower price and we were on holiday and already there. This was my husband's choice, and I wanted to leave seeing the two attractions due to the additional cost. 2. 3-course traditional Mauritian Lunch - The restaurant was pleasant but the meal was average. I advised ahead of the booking of a gluten intolerance and a gluten free meal requirement. On arrival, we were advised this was not passed on. The meal comprised of fries to start, fries with and plain grilled chicken as a main, and chocolate ice cream for dessert. Whilst there was only one gluten free meal needed, both parties were served the same meal. I do not feel this was the fault of the restaurant as they had not been able to prepare the gluten free meal ahead of our arrival. The meal certainly was not a 3-course traditional Mauritian Lunch.
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