The 15 South Mauritius Tours That Earn Their Price

1.Bel Ombre Nature Reserve 4×4 Safari Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 121 reviews · 2 hours · from $40Our pick

Spend two hours in a small-group 4x4 safari across Bel Ombre Nature Reserve. Your English or French-speaking guide points out rare birds, native plants, deer, bats, waterfalls, mountain views, and traces of settlement. Expect a bumpy ride, very few stops, and a close look at southern Mauritius.

“The tour guide was very nice and a professional driver. He explained everything and answered all the questions:). The tour was nice and simple.”

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2.Tea and Sugar Plantation Guided Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 116 reviews · 6h 30m

Spend about six and a half hours with a private guide such as Ibrahim or Sailen, visiting Aubineaux, Bois Chéri, and Saint Aubin. Expect colonial buildings, tea-making, vanilla and sugar production, rum tasting, plantation walks, and a three-course lunch.

“The trip was superbly! From the organization to the actual trip everything was very well! You will be picked up at your hotel by an certified guide who will show you all the sights in person. Thus it felt very private and special. There where no queues, no waiting for us. We got to places at the sites without to be there in a huge group etc. The tasting was very good. There was a table reserved and you had a nice sight! At lunch we had a 3 course menu which was so authentic and superbly cooked! It rea Our guide Saulen had so much to share. He showed…”

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3.Southern Tour w/La Vanille & Le Morne Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 74 reviews · 9 hours

Take a private, hotel-to-hotel tour of southern Mauritius with an English, French, German, or Italian-speaking guide. Visit Grand Bassin, La Vanille Nature Park, Gris Gris, Bel Ombre, and Le Morne, with optional quad biking, ziplining, and lunch at your own cost.

“Fabulous trip to the south of the island. Raj our guide for the day was lovely and shared his knowledge throughout the day. The Vallee Des Couleurs was lots of fun (it was a little expensive, but we were so glad we did it) and the Giant Tortoises were amazing, so many!!….what an experience!”

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4.Mauritius Natirel : 7 cascades valley waterfall discovery

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 37 reviews · 3 hours - 1 day · from $44

Follow guide Tee through Mauritius’s Tamarind Falls Valley, where a muddy jungle trail leads past five waterfalls and views of the sixth and seventh. Swim, jump, taste local fruit, and share breakfast and a Creole lunch. Bring sturdy shoes and insect repellent. Transfers cost extra.

“Excellente découverte des 7 cascades en compagnie de TEE, TEE a été un excellent accompagnant, il est allé a notre rythme, tout en veillant a notre sécurité tout au long de la randonnée. je recommande a 100% N'oubliez pas de vous munir de bonnes chaussuress et d'un anti-moustique 😉”

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5.Vallé Advenature Park: Signature Zipline

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 24 reviews · from $85

You’ll glide 1.5 km above Vallé Advenature Park with an instructor, safety gear, and views of forests, waterfalls, lagoons, plants, and wildlife. The $85 ticket covers the zipline only, not park admission, GoPro rental, or professional photos.

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6.Private South Day Tour with Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 8 hours · from $106Top rated

Spend up to eight hours exploring Mauritius’s south-southwest in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English or French-speaking guide. Meet guides such as Nabeel or Mr. Zahio, visit Grand Bassin and Alexandra Falls, taste local rum, and finish at the 23 Colored Earth.

“Really enjoyed the trip. We had an excellent guide called Nabeel who made the day really enjoyable. He was very knowledgeable and informative and was able to answer all our questions. He was very kind and thoughtful. Such a sweet and gentle person with a calming personality. He took us to all the wonderful places in the South with such detailed explanations. I wish we had met him from the start of our holiday. I would recommend Nabeel for all your future trips to Mauritius.”

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7.South: Gorges, Waterfalls, Lakes, Trails, 23 Coloured Earth

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 13 reviews

Spend up to eight hours exploring southern Mauritius with a private driver-guide. Visit Sophie Nature Walk, Mare aux Vacoas, Grand Bassin, Alexandra Falls, Black River Gorges, and Valle Advenature Park, with optional lunch, ziplines, and quad biking.

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8.Vallé Advenature Park: Waterfall Zipline

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 12 reviews · from $65

At Vallé Advenature Park, you clip into a guided zipline and glide above waterfalls and tropical forest. French- and English-speaking instructors provide the safety briefing and gear. The $65 price excludes park admission, photos, and GoPro rental, so budget for extras.

“Who an exciting experience but far too expensive for this short time. Very disappointing”

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9.Vallé Advenature Park, Discovery Quad single 1hr

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 12 reviews · from $77

Ride a guided quad bike for one hour through Vallé Advenature Park, passing the 23 Coloured Earth and scenic waterfalls. English and French support, safety gear, and expert instruction are included. Guides such as Meven may also help with photos along the route.

“Nice ride. You weren't allowed to take photos yourself. Photos are taken that you can buy later... the guide did take photos of you if you asked with your own phone...”

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10.Advenature Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 11 reviews · from $160

Take on Vallé Advenature Park’s long zipline course above forest, waterfalls, and multicolored earth formations. You’ll receive safety gear and a full briefing, then ride a safari bus uphill to the lines. English, French, and Arabic guidance is available, with guide Zubeir praised for clear explanations and humor.

“Fantastic to have experienced. A challenging ride uphill, but the guides are very knowledgeable, helpful, take photos, and tell you about the nature.”

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11.Scenic Bike Trails with Gear & Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 3 hours · from $70

Spend three hours at Mo’Bike in Chamouny, riding private downhill trails through a 300-hectare nature park. Your bike, helmet, gloves, trail briefing, and unlimited 4x4 shuttle rides are included. Charles, Christophe, and Chris can offer extra coaching, while the Rider’s Café handles drinks and snacks.

“super accueil. Le site est magnifique. Dépaysement total.”

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12.Vallé Advenature Park, Nepalese Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · from $48

At Vallé Advenature Park, you’ll receive a safety briefing and required gear before crossing the 350-meter Nepalese Bridge, the longest suspension bridge in the Indian Ocean. Expect a swaying walkway, wide views, and a real test of balance. English, French, and Arabic support is available.

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13.10 Flight Trail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $114

Gear up with English or French-speaking guides for a 10-zipline route through Vallé Advenature Park. You’ll fly above waterfalls, forest, and the 23-Coloured Earth. Guides such as Zubeir, Toni, and Sophie have helped first-timers feel secure. Optional filming and added zipline sections cost extra.

“Everything went great. I was only scared on the first line because it was my first time on a zip line. They assigned a whole team of guys who were experts in their field to us. They explained everything, showed us, sent us off and caught us. They filmed us (for an extra fee), but I wouldn't have had time to do anything on my own in the air. The track is in very good condition, the cables are new. I recommend it. It's really cool and fun.”

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14.Vallé Advenature Park – Adventure Tour Zipline

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $85

You’ll ride six ziplines across a 2.4-kilometer course at Vallé Advenature Park, with guides helping at every platform. Expect forest, mountain and southern-coast views, short walks, waterfalls, and access to 23 Coloured Earth. The 45-minute ride suits families but not children under four.

“Plenty of car parking. Had booking for Ziplining and Quad biking. On arrival greeted by friendly staff member. Poncho available to purchase for £2.50 each, as weather can change and good for Quad biking. Staff assisted us into safety gear and were transported on the jeep to the start of the zipline. Staff assisted us the whole way, were friendly and helpful. Ziplines were an amazing experience, it's better if you weigh more than 50kg as you can get stuck and will be assisted. Completed all 6x ziplines around 45mins - 1hr. There is also giant tortoises at the Valle adventure park, free roaming chickens, cafe, toilets, walking trials, gift…”

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15.Southern Tour Incl. Adventure Park & Le Morne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 9 hours

Spend nine hours touring southern Mauritius by private air-conditioned vehicle, with hotel pickup, a driver-guide, and WiFi. Visit Grand Bassin, Valles des Couleur Park, La Vanille Nature Park, Gris Gris, Bel Ombre, Rivière des Galets, Maconde Viewpoint, and Le Morne. Guides including Akash, Kevin, and Prakash tailor the day to your group.

“Unser privater Driver (Papa!) war einfach super, kannte alles und sehr vertrauensvoller Fahrer ! Danke für diese Tour !!”

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