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Spectacular East Tour of Mauritius with Horse Riding at the Seaside & Lunch
Trou d'Eau Douce, Mauritius
$346.46
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Overview
In this 8-hour private tour, you will discover the East of Mauritius, an area known for its picturesque beaches. On this trip, you will enjoy a 1-hour horse riding activity along the beach of Palmar which will make it a romantic experience.
Next, you'll head to Pointe Canon which is a historical viewpoint for its anti-ship cannons. Afterward, head to Frederick Henrick museum which bears the remnants of the first human settlement in Mauritius. Then, head to the Mahebourg Waterfront where you can enjoy an unforgettable stroll in a beautiful natural setting & admire the panoramic sea view.
Later, you will enjoy a 3-course lunch & head to Mahebourg local market where you will have spectacular sights for those who wish to experience the lively local culture. Then, head to Mahebourg Museum to learn the history of the successive colonisations of Mauritius.
Finally, head to Blue bay to see or swim in this magnificent lagoon.
Next, you'll head to Pointe Canon which is a historical viewpoint for its anti-ship cannons. Afterward, head to Frederick Henrick museum which bears the remnants of the first human settlement in Mauritius. Then, head to the Mahebourg Waterfront where you can enjoy an unforgettable stroll in a beautiful natural setting & admire the panoramic sea view.
Later, you will enjoy a 3-course lunch & head to Mahebourg local market where you will have spectacular sights for those who wish to experience the lively local culture. Then, head to Mahebourg Museum to learn the history of the successive colonisations of Mauritius.
Finally, head to Blue bay to see or swim in this magnificent lagoon.
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Spectacular East Tour of Mauritius with Horse Riding at the Seaside & Lunch
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Bottled water upon arrival
- Private transportation in a fully air-conditioned vehicle
- Horse Riding equipments are provided
- Services of a fully qualified certified private guide/driver
- Pick-up and drop-off at any accommodation in Mauritius
- 3-course Lunch (Veg and Non-veg) Note: Halal food
- Beverages during lunch (Non- Alcoholic)
- 1-Hour Horse Riding experience along the beach
- Gratuities (Optional)
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Belle MareBegin your 8 hours Spectacular East of Mauritius tour with a hotel pick-up at your accommodation anywhere in Mauritius. You will meet and be greeted by our certified guide and after boarding to your comfortable vehicle, then set off for your first stop at Palmar beach to enjoy a 1 hour romantic horse riding.
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Palmar BeachArriving at Palmar, you will start this ride on land and finish right into the sea splashing in the waves with your horse. Horse Riding on the Beach – For a Unique and Unforgettable experience Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by a very friendly staff and you will meet your horse. You will have 10 minutes of initiation before leaving the paddock. Novice riders will be taught how to mount their horse and will be given basic tuition on how to control their horse. As part of this horse riding trip, you will ride along the beautiful beaches of Palmar, having beautiful views of turquoise blue water. So, take your time and enjoy this outstanding landscape with your horse. During your horde ride, you can have a nice chat with the professional guides, who would be happy to share their experience and love for the horses with you. The horseback riding is organized with calm and docile horses to guarantee our clients maximum security.
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Then drive to Pointe Canon which is an interesting place to go to have a nice overview of the different sites surrounding Mahebourg. You will see the imposing Lion Mountain that overlooks the sugar cane fields, Mouchoir Rouge islet, facing the waterfront, and Ile aux Aigrettes further north, a small protected island located in the lagoon and which is also a nature reserve. Pointe Canon is the place where the inhabitants of the region meet during events such as regattas and the commemoration of the abolition of slavery celebrations in February. You will see the panoramic view of the South East and the ocean.
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On the way, we will go to visit the Frederick Hendrick Museum. The Frederik Hendrik Museum is a historical site that at present bears the remnants of the first human settlement in Mauritius. Located at Old Grand Port, this place is considered a historical site bearing witness to the Dutch and French colonial settlements in Mauritius, on the coast of south east Mauritius. The very first inhabitants of Mauritius, the Dutch, settled here to colonize the island. The museum is surrounded by a luxuriant tropical garden, includes a visitors’ centre with an exhibition of artifacts found during archaeological excavations in the area since 1997 and the remains of some ruins. They consist of building materials: stones, bricks, nails; military objects like musket balls, cannonballs, flintstones, and many other interesting utilities.
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Mahebourg MuseumAfterward, you'll head to a local restaurant to savor a 3-course lunch comprising Fresh Salads, Rice, Soups, chicken, fish & vegetables Then, head to Mahebourg to visit the National History Museum of Mauritius, which will take you into a historical journey of the island dating back to the 18th century. The Naval Museum of Mauritius contains the reminiscences of the French colonial empire. The interesting aspects of the Naval Museum lie not solely in its collection of exhibits, but also in its history as a building. It is worthwhile to see both the exterior of the building & the different exhibitions. In addition, you will also get to see exquisite artifacts of many other ships' wrecks. Some bones of an extinct species of Giant Tortoises & of the Dodo are displayed at the museum. These bones bear testimony to their existence until some few hundred years back.
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Mahebourg WaterfrontAfter some time, visit Mahebourg waterfront to know about the Culture and History of Mauritius which is very interesting. Located in the traditional Mauritian Village, the new Mahebourg Waterfront is ideal for a relaxing walk as well as a journey back in time taking part in the local Mauritian history! You will get the chance to see and learn more about the epic battle that was fought in this region. There is also the memorial known as Bataille de le Passe that pays homage to the fighters who lost their lives in the battle. You will get to see the panoramic view where the battle took place.
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Then head to the mahebourg local market, is a spectacular sight for those who wish to experience the lively local culture. You will find amazing products here at a great bargain.The Mahebourg market was initially focusing on silks and textiles, but today you are sure to find a large variety of World of Seashells on offer. The market offers typical market products such as vegetables, fruits for the surrounding locals but also a wide variety of local handicrafts and souvenirs of the paradise island. One thing we surely advise you not to miss is the food. At the Mahebourg Market, you will have a large selection of food such as Briyani, Dholl Puri (lentils pancakes), Chinese Noodles or the very famous Gato Pima (fritter made with split pea). They make up for a delicious street food tasting, don’t worry we won’t tattle to your diet!
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Blue Bay BeachFinally, head to Blue Bay beach which is located on the southeast coast in the district of Grand Port and is only a few kilometers away from the beautiful village of Mahebourg. With white, delicate sand and shade provided by the filaos, Blue Bay is very suitable for family outings and it remains true to its name by offering an amazing emerald blue water of pure beauty, a white sand beach surrounded by large casuarina trees. Blue Bay is also home to a marine park, ideal for snorkeling with an almost translucent clear water allowing you to rub shoulders with small colorful fish and abundant marine life that live among the many corals dispersed in the lagoon. At blue-Bay, you can stroll around or simply have a swim in the pure crystal blue water. You will surely in love with this beach
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Spectacular East Tour of Mauritius with Horse Riding at the Seaside & Lunch
Trou d'Eau Douce, Mauritius
$346.46
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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