Chamarel Waterfalls
Chamarel Waterfalls
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8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Undoubtedly the tallest single-drop waterfall in Mauritius at about 100m high, the Chamarel Waterfall is a striking piece of nature standing amid dense vegetation. Fed by the waters of three distinct streams pouring into Saint Denis River, it has a powerful rush with a peak flow rate in excess of 40,000 m³ per minute. Overhanging the ledge of a basalt cliff, the Chamarel Waterfall splashes into an oval pool before flowing down a 6km tropical-forest-fringed canyon to Baie du Cap. The sight not only floods the senses with freshness but it is also a spectacular showcase of millions of years of volcanic activity. The dramatic landscape if formed by lavas of two different ages. The layer of brecciated basalt near the base dates from between 10 to 8 million years ago, on top of which lies a second layer from the intermediate period between 3.5 and 1.7 million years ago.No wonder why the Chamarel Waterfall is ranked among the most sought-after sightseeing spots in Mauritius!
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GillB
12 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
Was a little disappointing as had been raining heavily the day before and the water was muddy and brown. Also the footpaths were closed for maintenance, so only 1 viewpoint.
Written 10 December 2023
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MatthewIsTheName
Oxfordshire, UK225 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
A short stop away from where we were staying we visited this and 7 coloured earths the same day. No need to pay for a tour or guide to visit the view point. Either hire a car and visit or walk from 7 coloured earths.
We only stopped at the view point as the weather had been bad for hiking ( lots of rain) but it meant that the waterfall was full compared to other pictures we had seen.
We only stopped at the view point as the weather had been bad for hiking ( lots of rain) but it meant that the waterfall was full compared to other pictures we had seen.
Written 17 November 2023
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Elek M
Rybnik, Poland97 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
There are to places to observe the waterfall, from the upper platform you can see the entire waterfall. Nice view.
Written 4 October 2023
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Trudy L
12 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
We hired car and used maps.me to navigate our way around the island. Paid for Chamarel Waterfall and Coloured Earth. Good parking. Two places to see waterfall (one using steps to higher viewpoint). Well organised. Short drive to 7 coloured sands. Again 2 viewing/photo points. The furthest away better for seeing different coloured earth. The tortoise enclosure disappointing and small. Restaurant and toilet facilities good.
Written 25 August 2023
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Deimante
Milton Keynes, UK3 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Worth seeing this. 100m drop waterfall. Two stop points. One of many waterfalls In Mauritius. Really enjoyed the view.
Written 24 August 2023
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Hasan.explorer
Kuwait26 contributions
Jun 2023 • Friends
A simple and enjoyable waterfall, but very far from the point where we were standing to see it, but at other points it is better to visit it
شلال بسيط وممتع ولكن بعيد جدا عن النقطه الى كنا واقفين فيها عشان نشوفه ، ولكن في نقاط ثانيه حلوه يمها
شلال بسيط وممتع ولكن بعيد جدا عن النقطه الى كنا واقفين فيها عشان نشوفه ، ولكن في نقاط ثانيه حلوه يمها
Written 23 August 2023
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olikpetr
Dubai, United Arab Emirates106 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
The view is great, but if you go without tour a bit challenging to find a path to under the fall cave. One person offer me 100$ to reach threre. Well
Written 20 August 2023
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nialmc
Belfast, UK27 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Spectacular falls, and I’ve seen a few! Go up to the higher level (wooden steps going up to right of main viewing point) for the best view of complete drop
Written 20 July 2023
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Faiza Ali Khan’
Dubai, United Arab Emirates3 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
Must visit place in Mauritius, you get to explore some beautiful nature of Mauritius with it’s largest waterfall and the 7 color earth along with the chamarel restaurant offering some tastiest cuisine with the phenomenal views. There is an entry ticket that includes waterfall and 7 color earth viewing, you can purchase additional tours of wine factory with wine tasting experience (not required) but good for those interested and people who love hiking can also go for hiking.
Written 10 July 2023
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Skeney57
Sydney, Australia21,976 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Actually thought the falls were a bit underwhelming? About a 100m drop and was a fair flow on our visit but have seen many better but it was a nice view and spot, very crowded though? There are two spots to view from with similar results.
Written 6 July 2023
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Marte D
Alesund, Norway11 contributions
Is this a place to visit with a 10 month old baby? (In a babycarrier)
We are used to hikes in our home country (Norway).
Valentina D'Olimpio
11 contributions
C'è un ingresso da pagare?
maria cristina f
36 contributions
Se non ricordo male si fa parte del parco la terra dai sette colori
Cuanto tiempo hay que caminar desde la entrada hasta la cascada?
CollinDC
Augsburg, Germany63 contributions
You can not go down to the waterfall. There is a parking lot right by the Viewpoint. From there you can walk around, 5-10min.
Wendy G
Tonbridge, UK13 contributions
Please advise if the Waterfalls are accessible on a Public Holiday, 1st and 2nd January. Thank you.
Balaji Duraisamy
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia47 contributions
No Idea either.
Margaux R
13 contributions
Bonjour,
nous partons à l ile Maurice en novembre 2017, nous aimerions descendre se baigner sous la cascade de Chamarel, pouvez vous nous informer sur le temps de descente, les risques, etc, à faire ou éviter ? merci pour votre aide et vos réponses
Ma Nou
Reunion Island139 contributions
Nous n'avons remarqué aucun accès permettant de descendre s'y baigner, le lieu a l'air d'être un espace protégé au contraire. Vous nous direz si vous avez pu y aller ^^
Saafirah790
London, UK108 contributions
Hi everyone,
I'm intending to go to do this walk and the 7 coloured sands without a guide or tous, would both the activites take a full day?
Also, is it easy to get to from Flic en Flac or do most people stay closer and go from Le Morne for example?
Please do reply x
Hetal P
30 contributions
Hiya!
I don't think that both these activities would take a whole day, but if you include travel from flic en flac then maybe it maybe a half day tour. Most of the sites which are on tripadvisor are in the south. Tour operator should be able to best advise how to combine activities to get the most out of your day. Hope this helps.
Shreyayar
Yaroslavl4 contributions
Hi all, Planning to go there tomorrow. Pls tell, if it is possible to take car near by
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chamarel Waterfalls
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Chamarel Waterfalls:
- Full-Day Tour of South West Mauritius (From £96.42)
- TAXI South guided tour. (From £79.93)
- Private Southwest Day Tour: 7-Coloured Earth, Chamarel Waterfall, Trou aux Cerfs (From £53.17)
- Private Chauffeur-Driven Sedan Full-Day South Tour (From £113.96)
- Private SUV (Chauffeur-Driven) Full-Day South Tour (From £140.25)
- Hotels near Chamarel Waterfalls:
- (1.09 mi) Lakaz Chamarel Exclusive Lodge
- (1.23 mi) Chalets Chamarel
- (1.26 mi) La Vieille Cheminee
- (1.80 mi) Villa Seewoo
- (1.81 mi) Maison Papaye
- Restaurants near Chamarel Waterfalls:
- (0.47 mi) Mich Resto
- (1.30 mi) Le Palais de Barbizon
- (1.35 mi) L'Alchimiste
- (0.83 mi) Les Palmiers Restaurant
- (2.49 mi) La Varangue sur Morne