L' Aventure du Sucre

Discover L’Aventure du Sucre: The Ultimate Mauritius Sugar Museum

Welcome to L’Aventure du Sucre, an unmissable heritage site and a trailblazer for cultural tourism in Mauritius. Housed in a beautifully restored, 200-year-old former sugar factory that ceased operations in 1999, this eco-museum welcomes over 100,000 visitors annually.

Spanning a massive 5,000 m² educational trail, the museum features ten interactive themed areas. Dive into the fascinating history of Mauritius and discover how the extraordinary sugarcane plant shaped our multicultural island, driving agro-technological progress, green energy transition, and world-class rum production.

Why Visit Us?

• Accessible to All: Fully inclusive layout for all mobility levels.
• Multilingual Audio Guides: Available in 9 languages.
• Family-Friendly: Tailored interactive trails for children and toddlers.
• Cultural Hub: Regular temporary exhibitions blending Mauritian art and education.
• Immersive Soundscapes: Walk among giant 19th-century steam engines, towering crushing mills, and an authentic 1922 locomotive.

Unmissable Museum Experiences

Expert Guided Tours

Immerse yourself in our history. Our passionate local guides reveal the deep-rooted secrets of sugarcane and the soul of Mauritius.

• Schedule: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri at 10:30 AM & 2:00 PM | Wed at 2:00 PM.
• Price: 300 Rs per person (ages 15+; in addition to entry ticket). Prior reservation advised.

Authentic Cane Cutting Experience

Step into the fields every Wednesday at 10:30 AM (excluding public holidays). Grab a billhook, meet our local cutters, learn to harvest the crop, and press the stems to taste raw, fresh sugarcane nectar.

Visitor Information: Times & Rates

Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday (including public holidays) from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

• Last recommended entry: 3:00 PM | Ticket office closes: 3:15 PM.
• Visit Duration: 45 minutes to 3 hours.

Bonus with every ticket: Access to temporary exhibitions and a complimentary tasting of over 30 sugarcane products at the Village Boutik—including natural brown sugars, premium New Grove rums, exotic jams, and honey.

Entrance Fees