Life in the Sugarcane Fields
Much of the island's storied past is linked to sugarcane. Get a glimpse of a day in the life of a sugarcane planter.
The Experience
Much of Mauritius' storied past is linked to sugarcane. While the industry is in decline, there are still sugarcane fields and old mills across the island. Rise early to see the planters head out into the fields and learn to cut the cane the traditional way, using a machete. Take a break with the planters and enjoy your tiffin box snack. A tiffin is a stacked metal container that you see all over India. After a refreshing glass of sugarcane juice, learn to make a rum-based cocktail at our bar.
What's included
Early morning bike ride to Mare La Chaux to see the sugarcane planters
Learn to cut sugar cane the traditional way
Sip on a refreshing sugarcane juice, known as a "Fangourin"
Enjoy a typical Bento-style 'tiffin' lunch break in the field with the planters
Craft a rum-based cocktail with our mixologist
Things to keep in mind
- Minimum 1 adult staying for 1 night minimum.
- Available from June to September only – Harvesting season for sugarcane is only during this period.
- Available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.
- What to bring: sunglasses, sun hat, sunscreen, walking shoes, face masks required for guests in public areas, hand sanitizer.
- All bookings must be guaranteed at the time of booking with a full deposit. Activities based on weekly schedule and subject to availability. We encourage you to book in advance with a minimum of 48 hrs Notice.
- Cancellations up to 48h prior to day of activity are fully refunded. Cancellations less than 48h prior will not be refunded.
- Not exchangeable / not transferable.
- All information mentioned on this document is subject to change without prior notice.
- All rates are public rates per package, inclusive of VAT and Government Tax.
- We reserve the right to cancel an inclusion due to the weather. You will be refunded for the individual inclusion.
- If you must reschedule, we would require the full names of guests or a cancellation fee will be applied. No-shows and guests who stop the activity for any reason will be asked to pay 100% of the cancellation fee.