Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport 1 hr 2
Trou aux Cerfs (41 min) Approximately 300m crater of a dormant volcano, with lush vegetation surrounding a small lake. Tamarind Falls (42 min) Stunning eco-destination known for its cascading waterfalls, diving pools, ponds & lush landscape. Tamarin Public Beach (11 min) Swimming, kayaking & stand-up paddle-boarding offered at a sandy beach with views of dramatic peaks. La Vallee Des Couleurs Nature Park (43 min) Known for its landscape with 23 colors, this scenic park offers trails & wildlife, plus zip-lining. Le Morne Brabant (19 min) Historic 1,824-ft. mountain offering a scenic & challenging climb to its sweeping views at the top. Casela Nature Parks (18 min) Huge outdoor amusement park with safari tours, camel rides & zip-lining, plus restaurants & shops. Piton de la Petite Rivière Noire (40 min) The island's highest mountain features lush vegetation & rugged hiking trails with scenic views. Île aux Benitiers (13 min) Unspoilt 160-acre coral island with virgin beaches & coconut plantations, popular for boat trips. Flic En Flac Beach (28 min) White-sand beach lined with casuarina trees, offering water sports, lagoons & nearby restaurants. 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. Black River Gorges National Park (31 min) Large rainforest park offering 2 information centers, picnic areas & 60 km. of hiking trails. Curious Corner of Chamarel (20 min) Gallery featuring dozens of interactive optical illusions, plus a garden cafe & a gift shop. Ebony Forest Reserve Chamarel (27 min) Jeep & hiking tours of a protected forest with flowering plants, pink pigeons & giant tortoises. Chamarel Waterfall (25 min) These picturesque, 272-ft. waterfalls can be viewed from an upper deck & base with shallow swimming. Grand Bassin (39 min) Hindu sacred & yearly pilgrimage site, with temples & shrines around the scenic crater lake. |