Private Southwest Day Tour: 7-Coloured Earth, Chamarel Waterfall, Trou aux Cerfs
Enjoy a private full-day tour of the Southwest of Mauritius, including hotel pickup and dropoff. You will have the chance to: • Take a stroll around the crater of a dormant volcano, Trou aux Cerfs, and enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the island. • Discover the hindu culture of Mauritius by visiting the hindu temples around the crater lake of Grand Bassin. • Drive by the largest reservoir of the island and through the Black River Gorges National Park, and stop to admire the views and the Alexandra falls. • Visit the popular 7-coloured earth and Chamarel Falls.
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Southwest Tour
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What's included in Private Southwest Day Tour: 7-Coloured Earth, Chamarel Waterfall, Trou aux Cerfs
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Trou aux Cerfs
Enjoy the 360 degree views from the top of the Trou aux Cerfs volcano while taking a stroll around the crater. This dormant volcano stands at around 600 m above sea level, and on clear days offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the island.
Grand Bassin
Drive by the Mare-aux-Vacoas, Mauritius’ largest reservoir, on the way to Grand Bassin, a tranquil and serene crater lake considered sacred by the Hindu population. Discover the Hindu culture by visiting the temples around the lake and enjoy the peace and quiet of the surroundings. You will also be amazed by the tall statue of Shiva and the view from the highest temple. Be sure to watch out for the monkeys and wildlife. Note: It may not be possible to make this stop in the month of February or March as the area is also a pilgrimage site during the festival of Mahashivaratree.
Black River Gorges National Park
Nature lovers will enjoy the incredible views of the Black River Gorges, the largest national park in Mauritius. Covering an area of 6754 hectares, the park is home to numerous endemic flora and fauna and provides visitors with beautiful hikes, with varying levels of difficulty. During your drive through the park and Plaine des Champagnes, you will also get to stop and admire Alexandra falls and viewpoint, and if they’re in season, like the locals, you’ll want to pick a few goyaves de chine!
Inclusions
- Private transfer for your group to and from your hotel
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Services of a fully licensed, qualified driver
- Waiting time
- Parking fees
- Lunch
- Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth Geopark
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Additional Information
We pick up at all hotels, B&Bs, apartments on the island. Please let us know which hotel, B&B or apartment you're staying at. Note that the driver will pick you up at 9am.
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We pick up at all hotels, B&Bs, apartments on the island. Please let us know which hotel, B&B or apartment you're staying at.