A Mauritius history tour reveals the fascinating story of an island shaped by Dutch, French and British colonial rule, and the arrival of nearly half a million indentured labourers from India, China and Madagascar who built the society you see today.
The south-east coast is where the island's recorded human history begins — the Dutch landed at Vieux Grand Port in 1598, the first Europeans to establish a formal presence. This private tour brings that history to life across five remarkable sites in one day.
A small coral island just offshore that conservation organisations have spent decades restoring to its pre-human condition. Cleared of invasive species and replanted with endemic vegetation, it is now home to giant Aldabra tortoises, rare endemic birds and the closest approximation to what Mauritius looked like before human arrival. Access is by boat; the visit is guided by the Mauritian Wildlife Foundation. Boat trip and entry included.
One of the most important coral reef systems in the Indian Ocean. Crystal-clear turquoise lagoon, remarkable coral cover and abundant marine life in a protected marine park.
The oldest European settlement in Mauritius. Dutch colonial ruins from 1638 on an active archaeological site. The museum tells the story of the Battle of Grand Port, Napoleon's only naval victory over the British.
A quietly charming coastal town on the bay where the 1810 Battle of Grand Port took place. The Naval Museum is housed in a magnificent 1772 French colonial mansion with artefacts from the battle.
Comfortable private air-conditioned vehicle exclusively for your group. Your driver provides cultural insights in English or French throughout the day.
Your private driver collects you for the drive to the south-east coast.
Boat crossing to this remarkable coral island restored to its pre-human state by the Mauritian Wildlife Foundation. Meet giant Aldabra tortoises, spot rare endemic birds and explore endemic forest. Boat trip and entry included.
One of the most important coral reef systems in the Indian Ocean. Exceptional lagoon clarity and coral coverage in a protected marine park. Swimwear recommended.
Authentic Mauritian cuisine at a local restaurant in the Mahebourg area. Diverse flavours reflecting the island's Indian, Creole, Chinese and French heritage.
The site of the very first European settlement in Mauritius — Dutch colonists arrived in 1638. Ancient ruins on an active archaeological site. The museum tells the story of the Battle of Grand Port, Napoleon's only naval victory over the British (1810).
A charming coastal town on the bay where the 1810 naval battle took place. Explore the covered market, waterfront promenade and the Naval Museum housed in a magnificent 1772 French colonial mansion.
Comfortable door-to-door return transfer to your accommodation.
Your driver collects you from your hotel entrance. The exact pickup time is confirmed in your booking email based on your hotel location.
Un circuit historique à l'Île Maurice révèle l'histoire fascinante d'une île façonnée par la domination coloniale hollandaise, française et britannique, et par l'arrivée de près d'un demi-million de travailleurs sous contrat d'Inde, de Chine et de Madagascar.
La côte sud-est est l'endroit où commence l'histoire humaine enregistrée de l'île. Les Hollandais ont débarqué à Vieux Grand Port en 1598. Ce circuit privé fait revivre cette histoire à travers cinq sites remarquables en une journée.
Votre chauffeur privé vous récupère pour la route vers la côte sud-est.
Traversée en bateau vers cette île corallienne restaurée à son état préhistorique par la Mauritian Wildlife Foundation. Tortues géantes d'Aldabra, oiseaux endémiques rares et forêt endémique. Bateau et entrée inclus.
L'un des systèmes de récifs coralliens les plus importants de l'océan Indien. Lagon d'une clarté exceptionnelle dans un parc marin protégé.
Cuisine mauricienne authentique dans un restaurant de la région de Mahébourg.
Le site du premier établissement européen à l'Île Maurice. Ruines coloniales hollandaises de 1638. Le musée raconte la Bataille de Grand Port, la seule victoire navale de Napoléon sur les Britanniques.
Ville côtière charmante sur la baie de la bataille de 1810. Le Musée Naval est abrité dans un magnifique manoir français de 1772.
Transfert confortable porte-à-porte.
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