First decide which focus you want to shape your trip; you can then factor the specific location of your accommodation into your plans. Other attractions in the Savanne District can also provide starting points for planning your trip.

Tea at Domaine de Bois Chéri

At Domaine de Bois Chéri, visitors can learn about the history of tea and the production stages, from picking to processing in the factory. The estate also has a dedicated museum. A visit therefore combines the history of tea with an insight into how it is processed, focusing on the individual stages from picking to the finished product. Check current operating information before your trip.

Le Chalet de Bois Chéri on the estate offers tastings of various Bois Chéri teas. If you want to include this in your plans, check in advance whether it is currently available. This lets you tailor your visit to the aspects of tea culture that interest you.

Ganga Talao: Lake, Statue and Pilgrimage Site

Grand Bassin (Ganga Talao) is one of the main attractions in the Savanne District. A 33-metre-high statue of Shiva stands at the entrance to the crater lake. Visitors can walk along the shore; people from Mauritius and abroad make the pilgrimage to Ganga Talao on foot. This place brings together a striking structure, the lake and a pilgrimage tradition.

La Vanille Crocodile Park, Kanaka Crater and Bassin Blanc are also among the main attractions in the Savanne District. These names add to the options you can consider when planning your trip. The contrast between the themes is clear: Domaine de Bois Chéri focuses on tea history and processing, while Ganga Talao is about the lake, the statue, the walk along the shore and its connection to pilgrimage. Base your accommodation search on which focus matters more to you.

Mauritius in a Broader Context

Mauritius as a whole offers a broader historical context. The cultural landscape of Le Morne at the southwestern tip of the island was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on 10 July 2008. It illustrates the history of slavery in Mauritius and the pursuit of freedom in the 17th and 18th centuries. The mountain served as a fortress and refuge for escaped enslaved people; physical and oral evidence documents this use. The historic site of Vieux Grand Port is also on Mauritius and is considered the location of the island’s first human settlement.

As a general guide to getting around Mauritius, bus services operate in various regions and make it possible to travel to almost anywhere on the island. Check current routes and timetables for your specific plans. This island-wide overview does not replace checking the connection you need for your trip to Savanne.

Discover more destinations: Riambel, Bel Ombre, Chemin Grenier, Souillac, Bois Cheri, Surinam, Grand Port, Plaines Wilhems.

For the broader travel overview: Mauritius.