Chamarel Tour: Waterfall, Wine Tasting & 7 Coloured Earth

The coloured earth of Chamarel is made from volcanic minerals, and you see it alongside a waterfall in a single day.

A full-day guided tour of Chamarel and the southwest coast of Mauritius, with private transport, all entry fees, wine tasting at Takamaka, and a 3-course lunch included. The itinerary moves through Trou aux Cerfs volcano, the sacred lake at Ganga Talao, Alexandra Falls, and ends at Curious Corner, a one-of-a-kind illusion park. Pickup and drop-off from your hotel; the guide speaks English, Italian or French; children from age 1 are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Trou aux Cerfs Volcano15m · entry included
2. Seven Coloured Earth Geopark45m · entry included
3. Chamarel Waterfall10m · entry included

Full day South West Mauritius tour

• Visit Trou aux Cerfs volcano viewpoint
• Wine tasting at Takamaka Wine Palace
• Explore Ganga Talao and Shiva statues
• Stop at Alexandra park and falls
• View west coast from local fair
• Lunch in Chamarel village
• Visit Curious Corner park
• See the Seven Coloured Earth
• View Chamarel Waterfall
• Drive scenic route past reservoir

The experience

The tour starts at Trou aux Cerfs, a dormant volcano at the highest point of Mauritius's central plateau, where you get panoramic views across the island. From there the route moves south through Ganga Talao, the sacred lake ringed by giant Shiva statues, then to Alexandra Falls and a viewpoint over the Black River Gorges toward the west coast. The guide navigates the scenic stops and handles the timing so you move through the day without arranging anything yourself.

Lunch is a 3-course meal at Chamarel village with a choice of chicken, fish or vegetarian options, plus soft drinks included. Before and after, you visit the Chamarel Waterfall (the highest in Mauritius and set inside a private park), and the Seven Coloured Earth Geopark, where volcanic ash has created bands of red, purple, green and other mineral hues across the landscape. Wine tasting at Takamaka Wine Palace (for guests 18 and over) is included in the package, so you sample the island's lychee wine without an extra charge.

The final stop is Curious Corner, an optical illusion park unique to Mauritius, designed to leave visitors disoriented and amused. The whole day runs about 8 hours in an air-conditioned vehicle with a private guide. The route is wheelchair accessible, and the operator can arrange infant seats if you're traveling with small children.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned transport throughout the day.
• entry to Chamarel Park and the Chamarel Waterfall.
• entry to the Seven Coloured Earth Geopark.
• wine tasting at Takamaka Wine Palace (for guests 18+).
• entry to Curious Corner.
• a 3-course lunch with soft drinks and a choice of chicken, fish or vegetarian.
• all fees and taxes.
• hotel pickup and drop-off.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

Book up to16h before

AgesAdult (9 and older) · Child (1 to 8 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, French and Italian

Audio guideEnglish, French and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Beguided Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want one guide steering you through multiple southwest sites in a single day, with lunch and wine tasting included. Choose it when you need everything coordinated in one package rather than piecing together separate bookings.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, French and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 8 years).

What is the Chamarel Waterfall like, and how much time do you spend there?

Chamarel Waterfall is the highest waterfall in Mauritius, located inside a private park in the village. The itinerary includes entry to the park and time to view and photograph the falls as part of the full-day route.

Can I choose what I eat at lunch, or is the meal fixed?

Lunch is a 3-course meal with three options: chicken, fish, or vegetarian. You choose which one when you book or on the day of the tour.

Is the wine tasting included for everyone, or only some guests?

Wine tasting at Takamaka Wine Palace is included for guests 18 and over. Younger travelers visit the venue but do not participate in the tasting.

What is Curious Corner, and why is it worth the visit?

Curious Corner is an optical illusion park and the only one of its kind in Mauritius, designed with tricks of perspective and gravity to disorient and entertain visitors. It's included in the package and sits at the end of the day's route.

Does the tour include pickup from my hotel, and what time does it start?

Pickup from your hotel is included. The specific pickup time depends on where you're staying. Confirm the exact time when you book.