Mauritius Sightseeing Tours: North, South and Ile aux Cerfs
Every Mauritius package from Dreamland Vacations includes the three tours most Indian travellers want: the North Island tour, the South Island tour and a day at Ile aux Cerfs. Here is what you see on each, and which optional tours are worth adding.
Mauritius North tour
A full day around the capital and the north coast. You visit Port Louis and the Citadel (Fort Adelaide) for the view over the harbour, the shops and cafés of Caudan Waterfront, the giant water lilies of the Pamplemousses (SSR) Botanical Garden, the red-roofed church at Cap Malheureux and the beach town of Grand Baie.
Mauritius South tour
The South tour shows the green, hilly side of Mauritius. It starts at Grand Bassin (Ganga Talao), the sacred lake with the tall Shiva and Durga statues, then the Trou aux Cerfs volcanic crater, the Black River Gorges viewpoint, and Chamarel with its Seven Coloured Earth and 100-metre waterfall. Some tours end at Gris Gris beach or the Le Morne viewpoint.
Ile aux Cerfs tour
Ile aux Cerfs is a small island off the east coast with white sand and a turquoise lagoon. You take a boat from Trou d'Eau Douce and spend the day on the beach. Optional extras include parasailing, an undersea walk, a glass-bottom boat and the speedboat trip to the GRSE waterfall. Lunch is not included unless you book it.
Mauritius tours at a glance
| Tour | What you see |
|---|---|
| North Island tour | Port Louis, Citadel (Fort Adelaide), Caudan Waterfront, Pamplemousses Botanical Garden, the red-roofed church at Cap Malheureux and Grand Baie |
| South Island tour | Grand Bassin (Ganga Talao), Trou aux Cerfs volcanic crater, Black River Gorges viewpoint, Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth and Chamarel waterfall |
| Ile aux Cerfs | A boat ride from Trou d'Eau Douce to the island's most famous beach, with optional parasailing, undersea walk and the GRSE waterfall boat trip |
| Catamaran cruise | A full-day sail with lunch, swimming and snorkelling, on the east coast to Ile aux Cerfs or the west coast with dolphin watching |
Optional tours worth adding
- Catamaran cruise: full day with lunch and snorkelling
- Dolphin watching at Tamarin Bay (early morning)
- Casela Nature Park: safari, zip line and lion walk, good for families
- Blue Bay Marine Park: glass-bottom boat and snorkelling
- Helicopter or seaplane flight over Le Morne and the 'underwater waterfall'
See where each place is in our guide to places to visit in Mauritius, and how the tours fit into a Mauritius itinerary.
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Which tours are included in your Mauritius packages?
The North Island tour, the South Island tour and an Ile aux Cerfs day with boat transfer. Catamaran cruises, water sports and entry fees for parks such as Casela are optional.
Is Ile aux Cerfs worth visiting?
Yes. It has some of the best beach and lagoon in Mauritius. Go on a weekday if you can, as it is busier at weekends.
Can I take private tours in Mauritius?
Yes. Our packages use shared or private tours depending on the package; private tours with your own car and driver can be added on request.
Is Grand Bassin included in the South tour?
Yes. Grand Bassin (Ganga Talao) is a regular stop on our South Island tour.
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