Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport 1 hr 1
Île aux Benitiers (15 min) Unspoilt 160-acre coral island with virgin beaches & coconut plantations, popular for boat trips. Grand Bassin (42 min) Hindu sacred & yearly pilgrimage site, with temples & shrines around the scenic crater lake. Flic En Flac Beach (27 min) White-sand beach lined with casuarina trees, offering water sports, lagoons & nearby restaurants. Tamarin Public Beach (10 min) Swimming, kayaking & stand-up paddle-boarding offered at a sandy beach with views of dramatic peaks. Ebony Forest Reserve Chamarel (29 min) Jeep & hiking tours of a protected forest with flowering plants, pink pigeons & giant tortoises. Chamarel Seven Colored Earth Geopark (29 min) 7 different colors can be seen in these sand dunes in a park with a waterfall, a cafe & tortoises. Chamarel Waterfall (27 min) These picturesque, 272-ft. waterfalls can be viewed from an upper deck & base with shallow swimming. Trou aux Cerfs (40 min) Approximately 300m crater of a dormant volcano, with lush vegetation surrounding a small lake. Casela Nature Parks (17 min) Huge outdoor amusement park with safari tours, camel rides & zip-lining, plus restaurants & shops. Black River Gorges National Park (33 min) Large rainforest park offering 2 information centers, picnic areas & 60 km. of hiking trails. Tamarind Falls (41 min) Stunning eco-destination known for its cascading waterfalls, diving pools, ponds & lush landscape. La Vallee Des Couleurs Nature Park (45 min) Known for its landscape with 23 colors, this scenic park offers trails & wildlife, plus zip-lining. Curious Corner of Chamarel (22 min) Gallery featuring dozens of interactive optical illusions, plus a garden cafe & a gift shop. Piton de la Petite Rivière Noire (42 min) The island's highest mountain features lush vegetation & rugged hiking trails with scenic views. Le Morne Brabant (21 min) Historic 1,824-ft. mountain offering a scenic & challenging climb to its sweeping views at the top. |