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Exotic South Tour

This tour takes you to some of Mauritius’ most iconic and scenic spots. Begin with a visit to the sacred Grand Bassin (Ganga Talao) and the towering 108-ft Shiva statue. Continue to La Vallée des Couleurs Nature Park, rich in diverse flora, fauna, and natural landscapes. Head south to the Maconde viewpoint for stunning coastal views and learn about its historical roots. Visit the dramatic cliffs of Gris-Gris Beach and the famous “Crying Rock” formation. End the journey at La Vanille Reserve des Mascareignes, home to crocodiles, monkeys, giant tortoises, and lush tropical vegetation.

Price for 1- 4 pax€70 | $75 | £60DetailOnly for TransportationActivity DetailLunch & Tickets not includedShare
Itinerary:
  • Pick up from any hotel/residence in the morning
  • Grand Bassin
  • La Vallee Des Couleurs
  • Maconde (view point)
  • Gris-Gris
  • La Mascareignes Vanille Crocodile
  • Drop-off at your hotel/ residence
Tour Description:
  • Tour Duration: 8 hours (Day tour)
  • Pick-up Time: Choose to start any time between 8:30 am to 10:00 am
  • Included in the tour: Pick-up and drop off from the hotel / place of accommodation in Mauritius.
  • Price are per vehicle not per person
  • Payment methods: Cash payment can be made to the driver in MUR, EUR or USD or pay-online.
  • Full-day transportation to all the sights mentioned above.
  • Entry Tickets: To visit & lunch are not included in the prices.
  • Entry Tickets fees to places such as Chamarel, Curious Corner & Rhumerie de Chamarel approximately MUR 800 in total per adult. Contact us for additional information.
  • As for lunch your driver can recommend some good restaurants along the way.
  • Bad weather: Re-schedule or obtain a full refund in case you paid online in advance.

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THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE EXOTIC SOUTH TOUR

After you are picked up from your accommodation, you will head to Grand Bassin is also known as Ganga Talao, it is a tourist favourte place that oozes out a drop sense of spirituality, surrounded by forestation that gives a feeling of calmness and contentedness.

You will also get to see the statue of lord shiva, The highest statue in Mauritius 108 feet (33 meters) Grant Shiva statue (Mangal Mahadev).

La Vallee Des Couleurs Nature park is home to various species of flora and fauna and a great place to enjoy selection of nature trips and fun activities.
Nature lovers are bound to like this place, it is quite a unique experience with the indigenous fauna and flora that abound in the park. Visitors are treated with a range of natural landscapes, including plateaus, mountain, valleys, craters and crater-lakes.

Maconde located on the south coast of Mauritius, Baie Du Cape is a small picturesque village. The south is known for its natural beauty and its wild, rugged beaches of Mauritius.
The Maconde viewpoint is part of one of the most scenic tours of Mauritius. It`s believed that the name Maconde originates from the time of slavery, where fugitive slaves from the Makonde tribe of Mozambique came to seek refuge.

We will then head to Gris-Gris Beach. While most of Mauritius Island is surrounded by coral reefs, giving us the calm lagoon. The island is famous for, the southern part where there is a break in the reef.
At Gris-Gris, you will be able to admire the rugged scenery of big, powerful waves crashing on the stunning cliffs.
A few metres away, you will see La Roche qui Pleure, a natural rock formation that resemble a person crying when the waves hit it.

Finally then on to discover the exotic La Vanille Reserve Des Mascareignes where Nile Crocodile, monkeys &giant Aldabra Tortoises and an insectarium are found among luxuriant tropical vegetation.

We booked our airport transfer with Mauritius Taxi Tours for our honeymoon, and it was the perfect welcome to the island. Our driver was waiting with a smile, the car was spotless, and the ride was so relaxing. It really set the tone for a beautiful trip.

Lina & Marco

Milano, Italy

As a Mauritian, I was impressed by the professionalism and service! I booked a tour for visiting family, and everything was perfect — clean vehicle, polite driver, and great timing. They really showed my guests the best of our island. Highly recommend for both locals and tourists!

Kevin Ramah

Rose-Hill, Mauritius

We were a group of six friends exploring Mauritius and booked multiple tours with Mauritius Taxi Tours — every single one was amazing! The drivers were super friendly, the vans were spacious and comfy, and the tour stops were breathtaking. It felt like a private VIP adventure every day!

Ayesha & Friends

Dubai, UAE
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