The spice gardens of Le Domaine de Saint Aubin
Rivière des Anguilles · Savanne
The Domaine de Saint Aubin stretches near the south coast of the island, around Rivière des Anguilles. Its fields were once given over to sugar cane; today the estate is a stop on the Tea Route. It can be explored at one’s own pace, or on a guided tour.
What sets it apart
The gardens bring together tropical spices, vanilla orchids and anthurium nurseries. The old colonial house is preserved as a national heritage site; its traditional dining room serves lunch with a view over the gardens. The estate also has a traditional rum distillery, where tastings are offered.
Highlights
- Tropical spice gardens
- Vanilla orchids and anthurium nurseries
- An old colonial house, a national heritage site
- A stop on the Tea Route
- Lunch served with a view over the gardens
- A traditional rum distillery, with tastings
Good to know
- The gardens can be explored alone, at your own pace, or on a guided tour.
- Ask the estate about opening hours and prices before making the journey.
Getting there
The estate lies around Rivière des Anguilles, in the south of the island.
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