{"gallery":"","desc":"<h3>Description<span>&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The drive first leads up to the high plateau towards the sacred lake of Grand Bassin, the most important place of worship of the Mauritian Hindus.<br \/><br \/>The winding country road then leads to Bois Ch&eacute;ri, a village surrounded by tea plantations. The Bois Cheri tea factory also houses an interesting tea museum. In the charming 'chalet' with its wonderful views over the south, several types of local teas can be tasted.<br \/><br \/>On the Saint Aubin Sugar Estate, stroll through the magnificent garden surrounding the colonial house, visit the adjoining anthurium plantation, discover the secrets of vanilla and learn about its cultivation.<br \/><br \/>One kilometre across the sugar-cane fields and you reach the amazing lodges of Andrea, located atop a high cliff of sheer basalt rock on which the oceanic swells crash in a violent yet harmonic rhythm. A typical Mauritian lunch is served at the &laquo; Table d'hotes &raquo; followed by a walk within a nearby deer park. The final highlight is a visit of the La Vanille R&eacute;serve des Mascareignes nature park. This valley is home to a large number of regional flora and fauna including the giant tortoises and a breeding place for hundreds of crocodiles.<\/p>"}