North Mauritius tour with lunch: Port Louis markets and gardens

Walk through Port Louis markets, climb the fort, and eat lunch at a local restaurant

A private guided tour of northern Mauritius starting in Port Louis, visiting the Caudan Waterfront, Craft Market, Central Market, Citadel Fort Adelaide, Marie Reine de la Paix, the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden, and the Kaylasson Temple, with a 3-course lunch included. The tour runs 6 to 8 hours with hotel pickup, a fully air-conditioned vehicle, and a guide who speaks English, French, Italian, German or Spanish. Lunch is vegetarian or non-vegetarian (Halal foods available), and admission to the botanical garden is included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore North Mauritius highlights

• Stroll Le Caudan Waterfront marina
• Visit Le Craft Market
• Explore Central Market and shop
• Tour Citadel Fort Adelaide
• Relax at Marie Reine de la Paix
• Walk Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden
• Enjoy 3-course lunch at local restaurant
• Admire Kaylasson Temple architecture

The experience

The tour starts at Le Caudan Waterfront, where you stroll around the marina and photograph the Umbrella Passerelle before moving into the markets. At the Craft Market and Central Market in Port Louis, you walk through stalls of locally produced goods, spices and street food. The Central Market also gives you the chance to try the local lottery if you want. These stops let you see how Port Louis actually works, not just pass through it.

From the markets, you climb to Citadel Fort Adelaide (La Citadelle), a British-built fortress from 1834–1840 perched on Petite Montagne Hill. The panoramic views from the top take in Port Louis, the harbour and the surrounding mountains. After that comes a quieter moment at Marie Reine de la Paix, a peaceful spot in the city. Then you walk through the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden, where the giant water lilies have leaves reaching up to 2 meters across. You'll also see the palm collection, spice garden and medicinal garden. Lunch, a 3-course meal, happens at a local restaurant, and you can choose vegetarian or non-vegetarian (Halal options available). The day ends at the Kaylasson Temple, an ornate Hindu temple where you can admire the architecture and experience local spirituality.

Your guide speaks English, French, Italian, German or Spanish, and the vehicle is fully air-conditioned. Hotel pickup is included, so you don't arrange transport to the starting point. Bottled water comes with you throughout the day.

What’s included

• Fully air-conditioned private vehicle.
• hotel pickup.
• a live guide in your choice of English, French, Italian, German or Spanish.
• admission to the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden.
• a 3-course lunch (vegetarian or non-vegetarian, Halal available).
• bottled water throughout the day.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Youth (6 to 17 years) · Child (2 to 5 years) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, French, German, Italian and Hindi

Audio guideSpanish, Arabic, Chinese, Danish, Dutch, Hindi and Turkish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 39 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats available

Operated by Paradise In Your Palm Tours

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to explore Port Louis markets and temples at your own pace with a private guide rather than in a group, and if a full morning or afternoon of walking through the city's cultural sites fits your schedule.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, French, German, Italian and Hindi.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (6 to 17 years); Child (2 to 5 years); Infant (under 2): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Citadel Fort Adelaide and why is it worth climbing?

Citadel Fort Adelaide, known locally as La Citadelle, is a British-built fortress constructed between 1834 and 1840 on Petite Montagne Hill in Port Louis. It was designed to defend the capital against French attacks and monitor the population during the abolition of slavery. The climb rewards you with panoramic views of Port Louis, the harbour and the surrounding mountains.

Can I see the giant water lilies at the botanical garden?

Yes. The Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden features giant water lilies with leaves reaching up to 2 meters in diameter as a central attraction. You'll also walk through the palm collection, spice garden and medicinal garden during your visit.

Is lunch included, and can I request vegetarian food?

Lunch is a 3-course meal at a local restaurant and is included in the tour price. You can choose vegetarian or non-vegetarian options, and Halal foods are available.

How long does the tour take and when does pickup happen?

The tour runs 6 to 8 hours. Hotel pickup is included, so your guide will collect you from your accommodation at the start of the day.