These three Port Louis options cover very different ways to travel in Mauritius: a walkable city-and-food outing in Port Louis, and two private full-day tours that explore the island’s south or north. Use the comparison below to match the route, pace, and transport style to the kind of day you want.
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Compare the 3 Tour Options
Use this comparison to match the itinerary, traveler feedback, duration, and key features to your preferred travel day.
| Tour | Best for | Rating | Reviews | Duration | Key point | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 City food walk | Travelers who want a guided taste-and-sightseeing introduction to Port Louis on foot. | ★ 5.0/5 | 18 reviews | Approx. 3 hr–4 hr | Includes food tastings on the route. | View on Viator |
 Private south day | Travelers who want a private full-day trip through southern Mauritius with hotel pickup and drop-off. | ★ 5.0/5 | 11 reviews | Approx. 7 hr | Private transportation is included. | View on Viator |
 Private north day | Travelers who want a private itinerary that combines Port Louis with northern Mauritius sights. | ★ 5.0/5 | 10 reviews | Approx. 7 hr | Private transportation is included. | View on Viator |
Explore Each Tour in Detail
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Compared with the two private tours, this one stays inside Port Louis and emphasizes walking, food, and city atmosphere.
Port Louis: Street Food & City Tour
Best for: Travelers who want a guided taste-and-sightseeing introduction to Port Louis on foot.
This experience is the most compact and local in feel of the three. It begins from Caudan Waterfront and focuses on walking through Port Louis rather than covering a wide island route. The tour combines food tastings with city sights, including the central market, Chinatown, old buildings, and the Company Garden. Confirmed inclusions are a local guide, bottled water, lunch, snacks, and food tastings, while hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. Choose this if you want a city-centered outing that pairs tasting with sightseeing and you are comfortable starting on foot in Port Louis.
Port Louis: Street Food & City Tour
- Includes food tastings on the route.
- Covers the central market and Chinatown.
- Uses a local guide for the walking experience.
Compared with the city tour, this is a longer private sightseeing day that leaves Port Louis behind and focuses on southern landscapes.
Mauritius Guided South Tour (Private)
Best for: Travelers who want a private full-day trip through southern Mauritius with hotel pickup and drop-off.
This private day tour is built for travelers who want a broader Mauritius route with transport handled for them. It starts with hotel pickup and moves through southern parts of the island, with stops listed at Trou aux Cerfs, Grand Bassin Hindu Temple, Black River Gorges National Park, Alexandra Waterfall, and La Valley des Couleurs. The product includes private transportation and an air-conditioned vehicle. Lunch is not included, and all fees and taxes are excluded. Compared with the Port Louis city tour, this option is less about walking and more about a private road trip with viewpoints and nature stops.
Mauritius Guided South Tour (Private)
- Private transportation is included.
- Pickup and drop-off are offered from around the island.
- The route concentrates on southern Mauritius sights in one day.
Compared with the south tour, this route adds Port Louis highlights to a private north-island day.
Mauritius Guided North Tour (Private)
Best for: Travelers who want a private itinerary that combines Port Louis with northern Mauritius sights.
This is the best fit for travelers who want a private day with a wider north-of-island focus and a stop in Port Louis. The itinerary confirms visits to Cap Malheureux, the Mauritius National Botanical Garden, a sugar estate and museum, and multiple Port Louis sights including the waterfront area, main market, craft market, and Fort Adelaide. The tour includes private transportation and an air-conditioned vehicle, with pickup and drop-off from any hotel or accommodation in Mauritius. Lunch is not included, and all fees and taxes are excluded. Relative to the other two tours, this one is the most useful if you want a private route that still includes the capital.
Mauritius Guided North Tour (Private)
- Private transportation is included.
- The route combines Port Louis with other northern sights.
- Pickup and drop-off are offered from anywhere in Mauritius.
How to choose your Port Louis itinerary style
If you want a short, walkable city outing, the street food tour keeps the focus on Port Louis itself. If you prefer a private day with transport included, choose the south or north tour based on whether you want more nature and viewpoints in the south or a mix of Port Louis and northern sights.
City food route
A walking route through Port Louis, with market, Chinatown, and garden stops.
Private south route
A full-day private drive through the south with crater, temple, waterfall, and nature stops.
Private north route
A private north-island day that includes Port Louis, botanical, and coastal stops.
Travel planning tip
Check the live product page before booking. Departure details, activity order, inclusions, and available options can change.
Booking notes
- Check whether you want a walking tour or a private vehicle day before booking.
- Lunch is not included on the two private tours, and hotel pickup is not included on the city food tour.
- All fees and taxes are excluded on the two private tours, so review the final booking details carefully.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which tour stays most focused on Port Louis itself?
The Street Food & City Tour stays in Port Louis and is centered on walking, market areas, Chinatown, and local food tastings.
Which options include private transportation?
Both Mauritius Guided South Tour (Private) and Mauritius Guided North Tour (Private) include private transportation and an air-conditioned vehicle.
Which tour is the easiest if I want pickup included?
The two private day tours list pickup and drop-off, while the Port Louis street food tour does not include hotel pickup and drop-off.