Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport 52 min
Black River Gorges National Park (28 min) Large rainforest park offering 2 information centers, picnic areas & 60 km. of hiking trails. Chamarel Waterfall (25 min) These picturesque, 272-ft. waterfalls can be viewed from an upper deck & base with shallow swimming. Le Morne Brabant (20 min) Sweeping sea views from a hilly peninsula with lush vegetation, known for its huge basalt outcrop. Ebony Forest Reserve Chamarel (27 min) Jeep & hiking tours of a protected forest with flowering plants, pink pigeons & giant tortoises. Le Morne Brabant (20 min) Historic 1,824-ft. mountain offering a scenic & challenging climb to its sweeping views at the top. Curious Corner of Chamarel (21 min) Gallery featuring dozens of interactive optical illusions, plus a garden cafe & a gift shop. Tamarind Falls (45 min) Stunning eco-destination known for its cascading waterfalls, diving pools, ponds & lush landscape. La Vanille Nature Park (32 min) Park offering encounters with giant tortoises, crocodile feeding shows & other nature exhibits. Grand Bassin (29 min) Hindu sacred & yearly pilgrimage site, with temples & shrines around the scenic crater lake. Piton de la Petite Rivière Noire (29 min) The island's highest mountain features lush vegetation & rugged hiking trails with scenic views. Île aux Benitiers (19 min) Unspoilt 160-acre coral island with virgin beaches & coconut plantations, popular for boat trips. Chamarel Seven Colored Earth Geopark (27 min) 7 different colors can be seen in these sand dunes in a park with a waterfall, a cafe & tortoises. Rochester Falls (20 min) Broad, 10-m. waterfall surrounded by unusual rectangular rock formations in a lush jungle setting. La Vallee Des Couleurs Nature Park (19 min) Known for its landscape with 23 colors, this scenic park offers trails & wildlife, plus zip-lining. Bois Cheri Tea Factory (34 min) Lakeside tea estate open for factory tours & tastings, plus feeding sessions for Java deer. |