Private Full Day Tour in Mauritius: Six Natural Wonders

Chamarel Waterfall drops dramatically in a single rush, fed by multiple streams at once.

A private full-day tour of southern Mauritius with a live guide in English or French, visiting six natural landmarks: the dormant Trou aux Cerfs volcano, the sacred crater lake at Grand Bassin, Alexandra Falls at 700 meters elevation, Black River Gorges National Park, Chamarel Waterfall and the Seven Colored Earth geopark. The tour runs eight hours including travel time, with pickup, private transportation and bottled water included. Lunch at a local Mauritian restaurant is available as an add-on.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Trou aux Cerfs Volcano30m
2. Black River Gorges National Park30m
3. Chamarel Waterfall15m
4. Seven Coloured Earth Geopark30m

Explore Mauritius' scenic southern highlights

• Visit Trou aux Cerfs volcano
• Explore Grand Bassin Sacred Lake
• See Alexandra Falls
• Discover Black River Gorges National Park
• View Chamarel Waterfall
• Experience Seven Colored Earth

The experience

The tour starts with Trou aux Cerfs, a dormant volcano in Curepipe with a crater 80 meters deep and a cone that rises 605 meters. From there the route moves through the island's interior to Grand Bassin, the sacred crater lake where Hindu pilgrims gather for prayer and religious festivals. The guide navigates the full day across the southern region, stopping at each site long enough to walk the grounds and take in the landscape without rushing between them.

Alexandra Falls sits 700 meters above sea level and is one of the island's most photographed sights. The route then enters Black River Gorges National Park, a 67.54 square kilometer reserve of humid upland forest and marshy heathland established in 1994. Chamarel Waterfall, the tallest single-drop waterfall in Mauritius at 100 meters, flows at peak rates exceeding 40,000 cubic meters per minute, fed by three separate streams that pour into the Saint Denis River. The final stop is the Seven Colored Earth at Chamarel, where the sand displays seven distinct geological colors.

The vehicle is air-conditioned and the guide speaks English or French throughout the day. Bottled water is provided. If you want lunch, the driver stops at a local Mauritian restaurant where you can order real Mauritian dishes. The cost is separate. Entrance fees to Chamarel Geo Park and the Rhumerie Chamarel are not included in the tour price.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• a live guide in English or French.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• pickup included.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to4h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 27

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availableInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Al Ameen Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you're traveling as a couple or small family and want a full-day shared tour that covers six major landmarks with a driver handling all navigation and logistics.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and French.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Trou aux Cerfs and why is it on this tour?

Trou aux Cerfs is a dormant volcano in Curepipe with a well-defined crater 80 meters deep and a cone standing 605 meters high. It's the first stop on the tour and gives you a close look at Mauritius' volcanic geology.

How high is Alexandra Falls and what makes it special?

Alexandra Falls sits 700 meters above sea level and is one of Mauritius' most iconic natural sights, known for its breathtaking setting and the chance to connect with the landscape.

Is Chamarel Waterfall the biggest waterfall on the island?

Chamarel Waterfall is the tallest single-drop waterfall in Mauritius at 100 meters, with a peak flow rate exceeding 40,000 cubic meters per minute. It's fed by three separate streams and surrounded by dense vegetation.

What is the Seven Colored Earth and where is it?

The Seven Colored Earth is a natural geopark at Chamarel where the sand displays seven distinct geological colors, a unique phenomenon found in Mauritius. It's the final stop on the tour.

Does the tour include lunch?

Lunch is not included in the base tour price, but the driver stops at a local Mauritian restaurant where you can order real Mauritian dishes and pay separately.