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Legendary South Tour

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Duration

8 Hours

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English, French

Overview

Trou aux Cerfs (also known as Murr’s Volcano) is a dormant volcano with a well-defined cone and crater. It is 605 m (1,985 ft) high and is located in Curepipe. The crater has been alternately described as 300 and 350 meters in diameter and is 80 meters deep. The crater was formed less than 2 million years ago in the second phase of volcanic activity that created Mauritius.

 Ship Model Factory is situated at Curepipe where you will get a large variety of model ships made from different types of wood in Mauritius.

Adamas is a jewelry shop located at Curepipe. It is one of the largest diamonds cutting works in the South Africa for nearly 60 years. The diamond cutting factory was originally opened in 1970 in Mauritius. The shop deals in all aspect of the jewelry and precious stone trade. Adamas is the largest selection of loose diamonds in the Indian Ocean.

Grand Bassin also known as the Sacred Lake is known to the most sacred Hindu place in Mauritius. The lake also known as Ganga Talao welcomes pilgrims and tourists from around the world for its dedication to Hindu Culture. Mangal Mahadev is 108 Ft statue of the Hindu God, Shiva, standing with his trident and it is the tallest statue in Mauritius. At Ganga Talao, the Hindu Goddess Durga is 108 Ft which is the tallest Durga Statue in Mauritius.

The Chamarel Waterfall, at around 100 meters high, is Mauritius’ tallest single-drop waterfall. It stands out among forested area. It has a powerful rush, with a peak flow rate of around 40,000 m3 per minute, and is fed by three different streams that run into the Saint Denis River.

Don’t miss the waterfall’s viewpoint on your left as you drive down the Seven Colored Earth Geopark’s 3km entry road, which provides a lovely approach. It may be reached through a trail winding through dense foliage, providing a front-row perspective of this natural treasure.

The Chamarel Waterfall, which flows from the ledge of a basalt cliff into an oval pool before flowing down a 6km tropical-forest-fringed canyon to Baie du Cap, splashes into an oval pool. The sight is not only soothing, but it also serves as a brilliant piece of millions of years of volcanic activity. Lavas of two different ages have shaped the spectacular terrain. A layer of brecciated basalt towards the base dates from between 10 and 8 million years ago, with a second layer dating from between 3.5 and 1.7 million years ago on top.

Nature has a way of piquing our attention, and Chamarel’s Seven Colored Earth is one of those mysteries that will spark yours. Chamarel 7 Coloured Earth is a stunning Geo Park location with its 600 million years of history! Chamarel’s Seven Colored Earth is one of those fascinating things that will spark your interest. Chamarel 7 Coloured Earth is a stunning Geo Park location with 600 million years of history! In Mauritius, our 8.5-hectare park is the spot to go for an enjoyable environment that combines geology, education, and conservation with amazement and discovery in connecting to the island’s amazing natural heritage.

 

 

Highlights

  • Pick up from hotel at 09.00 AM (depending on the coast)
  • Visit of the Trou Aux Cerfs Volcano
  • Visit of the Ship Model Factory
  • Visit the Adamas Shop
  • Visit the Sacred lake – Grand Bassin
  • Lunch at own cost
  • Visit of Chamarel Waterfall
  • Visit of the Chamarel Seven Colored Earth
  • Back to hotel

Itinerary

Trou Aux Cerfs
Trou Aux Cerfs

ou aux Cerfs is a dormant volcano located in Curepipe. The crater was formed less than 2 million years ago in the second phase of volcanic activity that created Mauritius. The crater has been described as 300 and 350 meters un diameter and is 80 meters deep

Ship Model Factory
Ship Model Factory

Ship Model Factory is situated at Curepipe where you will get a large variety of model ships made from different types of wood in Mauritius.

Adamas
Adamas

Adamas is a jewelry shop located at Curepipe. It is one of the largest diamonds cutting works in the South Africa for nearly 60 years. The diamond cutting factory was originally opened in 1970 in Mauritius. The shop deals in all aspect of the jewelry and precious stone trade. Adamas is the largest selection of loose diamonds in the Indian Ocean.

Grand Bassin - Ganga Talao (The Sacred Lake)
Grand Bassin - Ganga Talao (The Sacred Lake)

Grand Bassin also known as the Sacred Lake is known to the most sacred Hindu place in Mauritius. The lake also known as Ganga Talao welcomes pilgrims and tourists from around the world for its dedication to Hindu Culture. Mangal Mahadev is 108 Ft statue of the Hindu God, Shiva, standing with his trident and it is the tallest statue in Mauritius. At Ganga Talao, the Hindu Goddess Durga is 108 Ft which is the tallest Durga Statue in Mauritius.

Chamarel Waterfall
Chamarel Waterfall

The Chamarel Waterfall, at around 100 meters high, is Mauritius' tallest single-drop waterfall. It stands out among forested areas. It has a powerful rush, with a peak flow rate of around 40,000 m3 per minute, and is fed by three different streams that run into the Saint-Denis River. It's no wonder that the Chamarel Waterfall is one of Mauritius' most popular tourist attractions!

Chamarel
Chamarel

The Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth is a located in the Rivière Noire District and it is a tourist destination. The colors evolved through conversion of basaltic lava to clay minerals. It is relatively small area of sand dunes comprising sand of sand of seven distinct colors namely red, brown, violet, green, blue, purple and yellow.

Included/Excluded

  • Private Transfers
  • Entrance fee at Chamarel Seven Colored Earth
  • Any Personal Expenses
  • Lunch
  • Guide Fee

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