Chamarel Waterfalls

The Chamarel Waterfalls, named after their location, are among Mauritius' main attractions. Captain Antoine Régis Chazal de Chamarel, who arrived with his brother Tristan in 1786, was the first settler in the region. They later sold it, but the name stayed, and the village was renamed Chamarel. Chamarel is an interesting south-western historical community with enormous geological value, featuring stunning landscapes and natural attractions such as the Seven Colored Earths, Black River Gorges National Park, and the majestic Chamarel Waterfalls.

The Chamarel Waterfalls, known as Mauritius' largest waterfalls, have a height of around 100 meters (nearly the same height as the Statue of Liberty) and cascade down against a picturesque backdrop of lush woods and mountains that is just stunning. There are exposed volcanic rocks going back 8-10 million years, indicating some of Mauritius' oldest lava rocks. The waterfall is generated by three independent streams of water that originate in the River Saint Denis near the villages of Cachette, Chamarel, and La Crete. You may view the waterfalls from the top deck of the Chamarel Seven Colored Earth reserve, or you can descend the walk to enjoy shallow water swimming at the Chamarel falls' base. To see this waterfall, you may either choose one of the viewing tour packages or choose for the Chamarel Waterfall Hike.

Location: Seven Coloured Earth in Chamarel, Chamarel, Rivière Noire District, Mauritius