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Bois Cheri (Visit & Tour) + Optional Lunch
Visit Tea Factory + Tea Plantation + Tea Tasting + Optional Lunch
Bois Cheri Road, Bois Cheri
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Discover The Bois Chéri Tea Plantation
Visit To The Tea Museum
Tea Tasting & Biscuits
Optional Lunch
Region:
South
Age restriction:
It is not advisable for children under 5 years old to visit the factory
Operating Hours:
09:00 - 14:00
:
Instant Confirmation
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The tea factory is closed on Sunday and Public Holidays.
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Last entrance: 16h00
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On-Site Restaurant
Package Summary
Inclusions
Visit to Bois Cheri + Optional Lunch - Activity Inclusions:
- A guided tour of the Bois Cheri tea factory (*please see Notes)
- Visit to the tea museum (Closed Until Further Notice)
- Visit to the tea plantation
- Tea tasting at the chalet (tea & biscuits)
- Optional: 3-course Lunch (choice of 2 menus)
- In order to watch the Tea Factory in operation, please book your visit for the morning.
- The tea factory is open from Monday to Saturday during summer and once a week during the winter season. (Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays.)
- Operational days and time of the Bois Cheri Tea Factory are subject to change without notice.
*Notes:
Operating Days
Monday - Saturday
Activity Time
Monday to Friday - 9:00 to 14:00
Saturday - 9:00 to 11:00
Tea Factory Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 11:00
- Saturday - 09:00 to 10:30/11:00
- *During Winter: Wednesdays only - 09:00 - 10:30
Duration
1-2 hours
Meeting Point
Bois Cheri
Price Validity
Until 31/10/2023
Conditions & Additional Info
Booking information about the Visit to Bois Cheri package
- Although this package is suitable for any age, it is not advisable for children under 5 years old to visit the factory.
- During the winter months, the activity of the factory is diminished - It will be open only once a week.
- Note: The Tea Factory operates in the morning. All guides and clients have access to the first floor of the factory only.
- Mauritian ID card or Resident permit must be shown upon arrival.
Cancellation Policy
As per Deals.mu
Activity Details
Activity Details
Bois Cheri - Plantation and Factory Overview
Located a few kilometers from Grand Bassin, Bois Chéri is a tea factory and a museum. Bois Chéri is the first tea plantation in Mauritius dates back to 1892.
During the visit, you will increase your knowledge about the different stages of production of the tea making process: from picking to packaging, withering, fermentation, drying and sieving. Bois Chéri produces a new range of flavored teas, green teas and herbal teas.
What to Expect?
What to expect from a visit to Bois Cheri - Plantation and Factory + Optional Lunch
As part of the visit of Bois Cheri, you will be able to discover the below process and history:
- A guide will lead you through the factory where you will be amazed by the production process of the tea.
- You will uncover the old machines related to tea production, tea services from the 19th century, photos, tables and documents introducing the knowledge of several different infusions.
- Have a walk in the tea plantation and witness the great panoramic view of the south of the island whilst learning about the history, stories and tales of the Bois Chéri along with the importance of tea productions in Mauritius.
- Visit to the tea museum - The tea museum completes the visit and highlights the particularities of this culture in the history of our island.
- Tea Tasting - Do not miss the chance to taste the different flavors of tea with the delicious biscuits at the chalet.
- It is highly recommended that you end your tour with a lunch. Dine in a serene setting at Le Bois Cheri Restaurant with an appetising 3-course lunch (Optional).
Food & Beverages
Food & Beverages
Bois Cheri (Visit & Tour) - Food & Beverages
At the end of the tour, you have the option to enjoy a delicious lunch at Le Bois Cheri Restaurant and will get to choose between 2 menus. MENU 1- Signature Welcome: Bois Chéri Iced Tea
- Starter: Vegetable fritters
- Main Course: Chicken with Bois Chéri Green tea sauce
- Dessert: Caramelised banana with vanilla ice cream
- Drink: O'chéri still water
MENU 2 Signature Welcome:
- Homemade Bois Chéri Iced Tea
Starters (Choose one):
- Starter option 1: Crispy Chicken served with sweet chili sauce
- Starter option 2: Mauritian-style Calamari salad served with pineapple, fresh vegetables and citrus vinaigrette
- Starter option 3: Coeur de Palmiste Saint Aubin salad with citrus vinaigrette (V)
Main Courses (Choose one):
- Main course option 1: Octopus curry (ourite) accompanied by lentils, pickles, steamed rice and tomato chutney
- Main course option 2: Saint Aubin vanilla chicken served with traditional accompaniments
- Main course option 3: Spaghetti with tomato sauce, cheese and fresh basil (V)
Dessert:
- Dessert option 1: Caramelized banana and vanilla ice cream
- Dessert option 2: A selection of ice creams or sorbets
Drinks:
- Tea tasting: A selection of 3 varieties of tea
- Drinks not mentioned are not included and payable on site.
Additional Information
Important Information
Important info about your visit to Bois Cheri
Age restriction: It is not advisable for children under 5 years to visit factories
Minimum height: No height restrictions
What to bring
- Camera
- Suitable footwear (sports shoes)
- Mosquito repellent
Tips
- Reach the Tea Factory early in the morning in order to discover the tea making process as it's not operational after 10.30.
- You can also purchase your favorite tea flavor there.
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Package Summary
Inclusions
Visit to Bois Cheri + Optional Lunch - Activity Inclusions:
- A guided tour of the Bois Cheri tea factory (*please see Notes)
- Visit to the tea museum (Closed Until Further Notice)
- Visit to the tea plantation
- Tea tasting at the chalet (tea & biscuits)
- Optional: 3-course Lunch (choice of 2 menus)
- In order to watch the Tea Factory in operation, please book your visit for the morning.
- The tea factory is open from Monday to Saturday during summer and once a week during the winter season. (Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays.)
- Operational days and time of the Bois Cheri Tea Factory are subject to change without notice.
*Notes:
Operating Days
Monday - Saturday
Activity Time
Monday to Friday - 9:00 to 14:00
Saturday - 9:00 to 11:00
Tea Factory Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 11:00
- Saturday - 09:00 to 10:30/11:00
- *During Winter: Wednesdays only - 09:00 - 10:30
Duration
1-2 hours
Meeting Point
Bois Cheri
Price Validity
Until 31/10/2023
Conditions & Additional Info
Booking information about the Visit to Bois Cheri package
- Although this package is suitable for any age, it is not advisable for children under 5 years old to visit the factory.
- During the winter months, the activity of the factory is diminished - It will be open only once a week.
- Note: The Tea Factory operates in the morning. All guides and clients have access to the first floor of the factory only.
- Mauritian ID card or Resident permit must be shown upon arrival.
Cancellation Policy
As per Deals.mu
Activity Details
Activity Details
Bois Cheri - Plantation and Factory Overview
Located a few kilometers from Grand Bassin, Bois Chéri is a tea factory and a museum. Bois Chéri is the first tea plantation in Mauritius dates back to 1892.
During the visit, you will increase your knowledge about the different stages of production of the tea making process: from picking to packaging, withering, fermentation, drying and sieving. Bois Chéri produces a new range of flavored teas, green teas and herbal teas.
What to Expect?
What to expect from a visit to Bois Cheri - Plantation and Factory + Optional Lunch
As part of the visit of Bois Cheri, you will be able to discover the below process and history:
- A guide will lead you through the factory where you will be amazed by the production process of the tea.
- You will uncover the old machines related to tea production, tea services from the 19th century, photos, tables and documents introducing the knowledge of several different infusions.
- Have a walk in the tea plantation and witness the great panoramic view of the south of the island whilst learning about the history, stories and tales of the Bois Chéri along with the importance of tea productions in Mauritius.
- Visit to the tea museum - The tea museum completes the visit and highlights the particularities of this culture in the history of our island.
- Tea Tasting - Do not miss the chance to taste the different flavors of tea with the delicious biscuits at the chalet.
- It is highly recommended that you end your tour with a lunch. Dine in a serene setting at Le Bois Cheri Restaurant with an appetising 3-course lunch (Optional).
Food & Beverages
Food & Beverages
Bois Cheri (Visit & Tour) - Food & Beverages
At the end of the tour, you have the option to enjoy a delicious lunch at Le Bois Cheri Restaurant and will get to choose between 2 menus. MENU 1- Signature Welcome: Bois Chéri Iced Tea
- Starter: Vegetable fritters
- Main Course: Chicken with Bois Chéri Green tea sauce
- Dessert: Caramelised banana with vanilla ice cream
- Drink: O'chéri still water
MENU 2 Signature Welcome:
- Homemade Bois Chéri Iced Tea
Starters (Choose one):
- Starter option 1: Crispy Chicken served with sweet chili sauce
- Starter option 2: Mauritian-style Calamari salad served with pineapple, fresh vegetables and citrus vinaigrette
- Starter option 3: Coeur de Palmiste Saint Aubin salad with citrus vinaigrette (V)
Main Courses (Choose one):
- Main course option 1: Octopus curry (ourite) accompanied by lentils, pickles, steamed rice and tomato chutney
- Main course option 2: Saint Aubin vanilla chicken served with traditional accompaniments
- Main course option 3: Spaghetti with tomato sauce, cheese and fresh basil (V)
Dessert:
- Dessert option 1: Caramelized banana and vanilla ice cream
- Dessert option 2: A selection of ice creams or sorbets
Drinks:
- Tea tasting: A selection of 3 varieties of tea
- Drinks not mentioned are not included and payable on site.
Additional Information
Important Information
Important info about your visit to Bois Cheri
Age restriction: It is not advisable for children under 5 years to visit factories
Minimum height: No height restrictions
What to bring
- Camera
- Suitable footwear (sports shoes)
- Mosquito repellent
Tips
- Reach the Tea Factory early in the morning in order to discover the tea making process as it's not operational after 10.30.
- You can also purchase your favorite tea flavor there.