Private Southwest Tour with Local Lunch & Rum Tasting
Recommended by 90% of travelers
Chamarel, Mauritius
- 8 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Define your own itinerary with this full customizable and flexible tour of Mauritius. Visit the island's attractions and sights at your own pace while driven by a chauffeur in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Tailored recommendations according to your interests are available on request. Whether the North or South side of the island sparks your interest, relax and enjoy this totally personalized experience.
- Experience is offered in English and French
- Choose the side of Mauritius that most interests your
- Relax while being led by a fully licensed and qualified driver
- Enjoy a private experience restricted to your group
What's Included
- Private transfer for your group to and from your hotel
- A private tour of the South West of the island
- A delicious Mauritian lunch, with non-alcoholic drinks
- Rum tasting at Chamarel Distillery
- All entrance fees
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
We pick up at all hotels, B&Bs, apartments on the island. Please let us know which hotel, B&B or apartment you're staying at. Note that the driver will pick you up at 9am.
Operating hours.9:00 am
Itinerary
1
Grand Bassin
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Black River Gorges National Park
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Alexandra Falls
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth Geopark
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
5
Rhumerie de Chamarel
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Chamarel Waterfalls (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.5
based on 10 reviews
Francesca_K, Dec 2025
Our recent tour experience in Mauritius, which didn't quite meet our expectations.
On the positive side, the food stop was a highlight, with delicious local cuisine. However, the service was a bit lacking, as we had to ask for our drinks multiple times due to forgetful waiters.
Unfortunately, the tour guide's performance was underwashing. He seemed more like a taxi driver than a knowledgeable guide, rarely interacting with us or providing insights about the places we visited. This was particularly disappointing given the wealth of information our airport taxi driver shared with us on the way to our hotel!
The tour felt more like a series of rushed visits, with the driver prioritizing shopping stops over cultural and natural attractions. We were taken to four different souvenir shops, which wasted a significant amount of time. We felt pressured to make purchases, and the driver's disappointment when we didn't was palpable.
Communication was also a challenge, as our driver's limited English made it difficult to get answers to our questions.
The final straw was the rushed visit to the 7 Colours, with the driver creating unnecessary stress about the rum tasting closing if we didn't hurry.
Overall, I wouldn't recommend this tour operator. Given the experience, we would have preferred to rent a car or opt for a more reputable tour operator with knowledgeable guides.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Hi, thanks for your review and feedback. We will follow up with your driver regarding you feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the lunch.
Jason_N, Aug 2025
A great day out seeing the sights of the south of the island. We didn’t feel rushed at all and got to see lots. Lunch was good and our tour guide San was very knowledgeable and kind.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Hi, thanks so much for your review! We're glad you had a great trip and we hope to see you again soon!
Lisa_W, May 2024
We had a lovely day out visiting the south of the island, despite the heavy rain at times. Our driver, Prakesh was very informative, sharing so much knowledge about the island, he couldn’t do enough for us and on our return trip, took us back to the north via the coast on the west, where we had some beautiful view. The rum tour was great and we loved seeing the waterfall. Lunch was delicious, in a lovely restaurant. 4star due to the rain limiting how much time we could spend in some of the activities.
Response from Host, May 2024
Hi Lisa, thanks for your review! We're glad you had a great day despite the rain. We hope to see you again soon!
frankjattke, Nov 2022
At the start of our holidays we wanted to explore Port Louis and some other points. Unfortunately, it was Sunday and many attractions had been closed. But San, our driver found good alternatives. The lunch was very tasty! We enjoyed the day very much.
Response from Host, Nov 2022
Thanks for the review Frank! We're glad San was able to help you find some alternative sites, and that you had a great lunch along the way!
FrankGudbrand_M, Nov 2025
Nice and rich excursion a whole day. Good lunch included. Nice experiences. Nice driver with a spacious and good car.
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Response from Host, Nov 2025
Hi, thanks for your review! We're glad you had a great day and we hope you had a great stay in Mauritius!
alice_G, Oct 2022
Le chauffeur très agréable, gentil, visite des sites sud ouest , franchement je recommande.
Il nous a conseillé un très bon restaurant à chamarel "mich resto" top!
Response from Host, Oct 2022
Bonjour Alice, merci pour votre avis ! Nous sommes très heureux que vous ayez aimé la visite, et en particulier le restaurant. Nous vous souhaitons un excellent séjour à Maurice.
Sergei_I, Jan 2022
Во время этой поездки мы осмотрели порт Луи, посетили Собор Святого Людовика, Форт Аделаиду, погуляли во дворике Мечети Джумма, по набережной Le Caudan и Саду Компании, зашли в музей Естественной Истории и на центральный рынок, потом съездили в Ботанический сад Pamplemousse Botanical Garden и Музей сахара L’Adventure du Sucre, откуда конечно не вышли без покупок, потом посетили пляж Мон-Шуази. Вероятно я не совсем правильно сформировал маршрут, т.к. водитель на обратную дорогу в наш отель в Гранд Бэ предложил выбор между Моншуази и церковью Notre-Dame-Auxiliatrice. Время было посетить оба места, но нам пришлось выбирать. Конечно мы рады, что удалось искупаться на таком красивом пляже как Мон-Шуази, но и немного жаль что мы не добрались до Notre-Dame-Auxiliatrice и пляжа Pereybere Public beach. Но поездка была очень интересной и познавательной, и мы остались довольны.
Response from Host, Jan 2022
Hi Sergei, thanks for your comments. It sounds like you had a great day and were able to see many different sites around the island. We wish you a great rest of your stay in Mauritius!
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