Explore Mauritius's south-west on a private tour that combines scenic viewpoints, a 1-hour horseback ride along the beach, and a Mauritian lunch.
Getting started
Get picked up from your hotel or accommodation in Mauritius and settle into private transportation in a fully air-conditioned vehicle. Bottled water upon arrival is provided as you meet your qualified guide-driver and go over the day's Private South-West tour plan. After this brief introduction, you set off toward the island's south-west region for your first stop.
What to expect
Bel Ombre beach
This coastal stretch is where your horseback adventure unfolds along the shoreline.
Features
- A 1-hour horseback ride along the beach lets you experience horse riding on the beautiful beach of Bel Ombre, with time to enjoy the coastal scenery from the saddle.
- All arrangements for the 1-hour horseback ride along the beach are included in your Private South-West Tour, so you can focus on the experience while your guide-driver manages timing and logistics.
Chamarel
Chamarel Viewpoint is one of the key south-west stops, known for its elevated panoramas over the region.
Features
- At Chamarel Viewpoint you enjoy panoramic views across the surrounding landscape, giving you a broad perspective on Mauritius's south-west coast.
- Your visit to Chamarel is part of the Private South-West tour, with your qualified guide-driver handling access and timing so you can make the most of the stop.
Le Morne
Le Morne forms another major viewpoint on your route through the south-west.
Features
- From vantage points around Le Morne you can enjoy panoramic views that include this well-known peninsula and its surrounding lagoon.
- Time at Le Morne is integrated into the Private South-West Tour itinerary and reached via round-trip hotel transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Alexandra Falls
Alexandra Falls lies in a lush inland area that showcases the island's valleys and greenery.
Features
- At Alexandra Falls you admire lush valleys that frame the waterfall, with viewpoints that highlight the area's forested slopes.
- Your qualified guide-driver brings you to Alexandra Falls as part of the Private South-West tour, ensuring you have enough time for photos and to appreciate the setting.
Black River Gorges
Black River Gorges is a key natural stop on this route, known for its deep valleys and forested scenery.
Features
- Viewpoints around Black River Gorges let you admire lush valleys stretching into the distance, giving a sense of the scale of this protected area.
- The visit to Black River Gorges is included in your Private South-West tour, with transport in your private air-conditioned vehicle between stops.
Trou-aux-Cerfs
Trou-aux-Cerfs is a dormant volcano included on your list of south-west highlights.
Features
- At Trou-aux-Cerfs you visit the dormant volcano and enjoy panoramic views from its rim, looking out over the surrounding towns and landscape.
- This stop at Trou-aux-Cerfs is part of your Private South-West tour circuit, reached via round-trip hotel transfers that keep travel straightforward.
Mauritian lunch stop
Midway through your day, you pause for a local meal that reflects Mauritian culinary traditions.
Features
- A Mauritian Culinary Lunch Experience lets you savor a delicious Mauritian lunch after your adventure, with dishes that showcase the island's cuisine.
- Lunch with vegetarian options and non-alcoholic beverages is included in your Private Day Trip + Horse Riding and Lunch variant, so you do not need to arrange separate meals during the tour.
