| some have furnished balconies, outdoor showers and ocean views. suites add 4-poster beds, sitting areas, whirlpool tubs and minibars. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. chic rooms feature terraces and marble bathrooms. on an indian ocean beach, this high-end all-inclusive resort with thatched-roof buildings is 8 km from seven colored earth geological formation and 17 km from heritage golf club. they also have flat-screen tvs and minibars. kitesurfing, yoga classes, and swimming with dolphins are available. amenities include several restaurants, including thai and beachfront options. there are also 4 pools, a spa, a fitness center and tropical gardens
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport 1 hr 8
Tamarin Public Beach (27 min)
Swimming, kayaking & stand-up paddle-boarding offered at a sandy beach with views of dramatic peaks. Île aux Benitiers (8 min)
Unspoilt 160-acre coral island with virgin beaches & coconut plantations, popular for boat trips. Chamarel Seven Colored Earth Geopark (28 min)
7 different colors can be seen in these sand dunes in a park with a waterfall, a cafe & tortoises. Le Morne Beach (9 min) Ebony Forest Reserve Chamarel (28 min)
Jeep & hiking tours of a protected forest with flowering plants, pink pigeons & giant tortoises. HARAS DU MORNE ECO TOURIST (1 min) Chamarel Waterfall (26 min)
These picturesque, 272-ft. waterfalls can be viewed from an upper deck & base with shallow swimming. Grand Bassin (40 min)
Hindu sacred & yearly pilgrimage site, with temples & shrines around the scenic crater lake. Le Morne Brabant (13 min)
Sweeping sea views from a hilly peninsula with lush vegetation, known for its huge basalt outcrop. Piton de la Petite Rivière Noire (41 min)
The island's highest mountain features lush vegetation & rugged hiking trails with scenic views. Black River Gorges National Park (32 min)
Large rainforest park offering 2 information centers, picnic areas & 60 km. of hiking trails. Flic En Flac Beach (44 min)
White-sand beach lined with casuarina trees, offering water sports, lagoons & nearby restaurants. Le Morne Brabant (1 min)
Historic 1,824-ft. mountain offering a scenic & challenging climb to its sweeping views at the top. La Vallee Des Couleurs Nature Park (40 min)
Known for its landscape with 23 colors, this scenic park offers trails & wildlife, plus zip-lining. Curious Corner of Chamarel (21 min)
Gallery featuring dozens of interactive optical illusions, plus a garden cafe & a gift shop. | 
