Embark on a guided van tour of Bel Ombre Nature Reserve and succumb to the charm of Mauritius’s southwest coast. Discover one exquisite bay after another, such as Jacotet Bay and La Prairie Beach.

About this activity

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Duration 1.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide: French, English
Small group: Limited to 14 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Uta – Germany

The tour was fantastic. The guides at the resort are very friendly and have a lot of expertise, making the tour a worthwhile experience. Highly recommended!

Petra – Germany

Very good, we were thrilled, our tour guide explained everything to us in detail and showed us the most beautiful places in a short time! A compliment to the tour guide...

Highlights

Hear stories about pirates and naval battles at Jacotet Bay and Sancho Islet
Discover the iconic plantation home, Le Château de Bel Ombre, and memorial sites
Explore Bel Ombre, St- Martin and Baie du Cap villages, and the scenic Macondé
Learn about Bel Ombre's fascinating sugar history at Le Batelage de Bel Ombre
Visit La Prairie beach, one of Mauritius’s most iconic beaches, under Le Morne

Full description

Discover the southwest coast of Mauritius and its history on a scenic van trip with 11 iconic stops, including Bel Ombre Nature Reserve and Le Chateau de Bel Ombre. Receive an introduction to the area's history, culture, and unspoiled beauty from your local guide.

During the tour, explore Jacotet Bay, Sancho Islet, and Bel Ombre Nature Reserve. Listen to your guide's commentary about Bel Ombre's sugar history and visit Le Chateau de Bel Ombre and Le Batelage de Bel Ombre.

See the Trevessa Memorial, then discover the St. Martin and Baie du Cap villages. Pass by the Matthew Flinders Memorial before visiting Macondé and La Prairie Beach. Throughout the tour, hear tales of the area's pirate history, naval battles, and more.

Includes

Van tour
11 stops
Guide

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Tips

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users

Meeting point

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses
Camera
Comfortable clothes
Water

Not allowed

Pets
Smoking
Luggage or large bags
Alcohol and drugs
Littering
Nudity

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Nearby sights

Bel Ombre: Mauritius South West Coast Highlights Trip by Van