Tea and Culture Route
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Is Tea and Culture Route worth booking?
Tea and Culture Route is a 6-hour experience in Trou d'Eau Douce, Mauritius, from $95 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 53 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (4)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $95 per person
• Tour of the natural beauty & scenic wonders of Mauritius • Giant statue of Lord Shiva. • Visits and Discovery of the Wild Part of Mauritius and its Multi Cultural. • Taste the unique Mauritian vanilla Tea .Taste t
What you get
- Professional Driver guide
- Pick and drop off to your hotel
About this experience
• Tour of the natural beauty & scenic wonders of Mauritius • Giant statue of Lord Shiva. • Visits and Discovery of the Wild Part of Mauritius and its Multi Cultural. • Taste the unique Mauritian vanilla Tea .Taste the St Aubin Rhum NOTE: All our excursions are concentrated on visits and discovery rather than lengthy travel in bus or car. Cancellation Policy: 24 hours 100% Refund.
What's included
Included
- Professional Driver guide
- Pick and drop off to your hotel
Not included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Drinks(available to purchase)
- Gratuities (If you love the service offered)
- Lunch
- Entrance Tickets
What you'll see and do
Vacoas
The Mare aux Vacoas water reservoir is not only the largest lake of Mauritius but also the main water reserve that supplies potable water to the nation and those residing in the upper Plaines Wilhems
10 minutes here
Grand Bassin
Discover the hindu culture, it's sacred lake and the giant Shiva Statue, which is unique in the southern hemisphere.
30 minutes here
Bois Cheri Tea Factory and Tea Museum
guide will lead you through the factory and the tea plantation, offering you to discover the history, stories and tales of the Bois Chéri and the importance of tea productions in Mauritius. After the guided tour of the tea factory, you will visit the tea production museum learning more about the history of tea in Mauritius. The Bois Chéri offers a great panoramic view of the south of the island. Nowadays Bois Chéri produces a new range of flavored teas, green teas and herbal teas. You may taste them during your visit.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Amma Tookay Hindu Temple
The first temple that the hired workers built was made of bamboo and straw. It was devastated after a cyclone but the statue remained there. This is the statue they tried to move without success ”. After which cyclone, the sugar camp was moved to Riche-Bois. And the demolished, abandoned temple. the sugar camp was moved to Riche-Bois. And the demolished, abandoned temple. the sugar camp was moved to Riche-Bois. And the demolished, abandoned temple. "Sacrifices" Until Narainsamy Thungapen, a local planter, decides to rebuild it. With the help of the locals, he rebuilt the temple. This time they are using wood and tin sheets. With his wife, he takes care of it. After 35 years, the couple decided to hand over the management of the temple to the Savanne Tamil Benevolent Society. And there, wood and sheet metal gave way to concrete.
20 minutes here
Saint Aubin
Since 2003, this agricultural rum has been produced by the Saint-Aubin distillery, which until then had been growing sugar cane in the south of the island since 1819. And it is thanks to Jean Baptiste GUIMBEAU, established in Mauritius in 1793 and creator of the family business St Aubin in 1819, that this rum has been made for eight generations in Mauritius. Since then, the company has developed the sugar industry, then invested in the production of tea, agricultural rum, local products and ecological tourism.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 90 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Van max 10 Pax
Micro Bus Pickup included
TEA AND CULTURE ROUTE
Tour of the natural beauty & scenic wonders of Mauritius .Historic Alexandra waterfalls. Giant statue of Lord Shiva. Visits and Discovery Taste the unique Mauritian vanilla Tea. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- TIPIK TOUR
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
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Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $95 to $150
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 53
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Tea and Culture Route: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Trou d'Eau Douce.
How much does Tea and Culture Route cost?
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Prices start at $95 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Trou d'Eau Douce usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Tea and Culture Route take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Trou d'Eau Douce is not rushed.
Is Tea and Culture Route worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Trou d'Eau Douce, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Tea and Culture Route?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Tea and Culture Route suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Tea and Culture Route?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Trou d'Eau Douce can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Trou d'Eau Douce and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Tea and Culture Route start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Trou d'Eau Douce within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Trou d'Eau Douce?
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On Outty we rank every Trou d'Eau Douce experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Mauritius full day : Private north tour, Southern Tales Tour: Crocodile Park, 23-Colored Earth & Lunch, Mauritius Private Transfers: Airport and Ground Services. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Trou d'Eau Douce?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Trou d'Eau Douce?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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