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Overview

BChamarel Waterfalls are within the Black River Gorges National Park in Mauritius. It is the highest waterfall in the country. It drops a height of over 200 feet. It is easily accessible from the international airport. Visitors enjoy activities such as hiking and swimming. It is also a perfect location for amazing photography. While on an African safari, Chamarel waterfalls are a must-visit. They are the most famous waterfalls in the country.  Measures are taken to guarantee your safety.

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latitude is 20.4432 S. The longitude is 57.3860 E.

Things to do near Chamarel waterfalls? Tourists enjoy many activities near Chamarel waterfalls. The main activity is hiking to the highest point for perfect views of the waterfalls. Other common activities are trekking, visiting Tortoise Park, taking photography, and swimming in a pool below the waterfall.

Which is the best time to visit Chamarel waterfalls? The best time to visit the Chamarel waterfalls is between May and December. The weather tends to be pleasant for most activities. This season receives rainfall and the waterfall flows in full force. During the dry season, the force may reduce interfering with the beauty of the fall.

How to get to Chamarel waterfalls; You will enter Mauritius via the international airport. From here, you will travel by road or rail to Chamarel. Your tour operator will take care of transfers from the airport to your destination. Whether traveling alone or as a group, having a tour operator makes your safari a lot easier.

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Things to do near Chamarel waterfalls

Hiking

Tourists enjoy hiking near the waterfall. The Chamarel Waterfall Hiking trail is one of the popular trails in the country. It is the best for exploring nature and enjoying fun activities. Hiking starts with a safety briefing from professional guides. While hiking, visitors enjoy the views of waterfalls, forests, and rivers. The trip down the trail allows visitors to listen to rustling trees and the sounds of birds. It is also a great opportunity to spot wildlife. For a greater experience, carry hiking sports, sun cream, comfortable clothes, and water.

Visit the Seven-Colored Earth

The Seven Colored Earth is a unique destination in Mauritius. It is made of geological formations that shine when the sun radiates. It shines in different colors depending on the number of sun rays falling on it. It is a great spot to get a view of seven different shades.

Visit the Tortoise Park

Tortoise Park is a few kilometers from the Seven-Colored Earth. It is the breeding zone for the Aldabra Tortoise. The is among the largest species of tortoises in the world. These rare animals are from Seychelles. They can live up to 150 years. So, the park is a good location to see older giant tortoises. You can also feed baby tortoises. This is a great opportunity to get closer to the animals.

Photography

Chamarel waterfalls are perfect for taking amazing photos. The lush green hills and river canyon create an amazing background. The place is good for drone videography as well as landscape photography.

Swimming

Tourists also enjoy swimming when they visit Chamarel waterfalls. After viewing the waterfalls at the Chamarel Seven Colored Earth, you head down the trail. At the bottom of the falls, there is a shallow swimming pool. This is great for a unique swimming experience. The waterfall showers from the majestic heights make swimming an exciting experience.

Your Accommodation Options in Chamarel Waterfalls

We have several accommodation options in Chamarel Waterfalls which you can choose from depending on your budget and other interests. We have incredibly good hotels, lodges, and camps that offer good services which we believe all meets your expectations. With our fantastic relationships with these facilities, we can assure you that you’d definitely get value for your money in the facility that we’ll book you for your accommodation. Among others, some of them include the following:

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