Mauritius: Eco-Chic Workshop plus Rewind the Colonial Past
ID: GYG1051552-1617346
Category:
Country: Mauritius
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Join a 2-hour eco-chic workshop in Northern Mauritius. Create unique crafts, explore La Demeure Saint Antoine, and enjoy a Heritage High Tea in a historic setting.
Begin your experience with a 2-3 hour eco-chic workshop celebrating sustainable crafts in a relaxed and friendly setting. Learn how to create your own unique jewelry using recycled materials guided by talented local artisans.
Next, step into the heart of Mauritius’ colonial past at La Demeure Saint Antoine, a grand family home dating back to 1830. Just minutes from Grand Baie, this beautifully preserved residence offers a rare glimpse into the island’s French colonial heritage.
Wander through elegant rooms in enfilade, stroll under the colonnaded verandah, and explore lush gardens steeped in history. As you tour the property, uncover stories of the island’s past of refined gatherings, colonial legacies, and generations of family tradition.
End your visit with a charming Heritage High Tea, served in the shade of century-old trees an intimate, elegant experience where history comes to life.
Highlights
- Create unique jewelry or keychains using recycled materials
- Explore La Demeure Saint Antoine, a grand family home from 1830
- Wander through elegant rooms and stroll under the colonnaded verandah
- Enjoy a Heritage High Tea in the shade of century-old trees
- Connect with local women artisans in an immersive moment of fun ,laughter, local jokes, learning the culture.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The workshop is 2 hours long
The location is near Grand Baie
The experience includes a tour of a colonial home
Public Beach of Grand Gaube
INCLUDED
- Eco-chic workshop
- Glass painting basics
- Wood pyrography demo
- Jewelry or keychain creation using recycled materials
- Guidance by local artisans
- Tour of La Demeure Saint Antoine
- Heritage High Tea
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation to the location
- Meals other than High Tea
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
