Chamarel, a must visit in Mauritius

Chamarel is a village in Rivière Noire District in Mauritius . There are three sightseeing locations in Chamarel- Waterfall , Seven Coloured Earth and Black River Gorges National Park. Chamarel waterfall was a treat to eyes when I had visited last time.

Chamarel Waterfalls in Mauritius

This time again I got a chance to visit. How could I miss that opportunity!! We hurried in the morning to reach Chamarel waterfall as we wanted to spend ample time there our schedule being packed. Our car was parked and we had to walk a little to reach the sightseeing place. Waterfall looked refreshing from distance. I could see two strong streams flowing from the top. Waterfall was at a height. This waterfall is fed by River Viande Salee.

Another view

I actually felt like going on the other side and see the origin of fall. It was a lively view full of greenery, surrounded with hilly area. As I took close shots of Chamarel Waterfall, I got all the more impressed. It seemed so cool and with high momentum. I loved the sight. It was surely a refreshing moment. The waterfall gains even more area during rains and looks all the more beautiful!

Waterfall close up

Chamarel Waterfall Information Board

After Chamarel Waterfall, we went to see Seven Coloured Earths. Its a unique location in Mauritius and a major tourist attraction due to its phenomenal characteristic of distinct colours of sand dunes. Main colours I could see at that time were red, brown, purple, yellow, blue, violet and greenish tinch was there. It is said that the sand is formed from decomposition of volcanic rock and red and bluish purple colours are due to presence of iron and aluminium ( source – https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seven_Coloured_Earths)

Seven Coloured Earths

Last time, this area was not fenced but now they have fenced the area. But surely, it looks like a magic. This was one site, I was eager to visit again.

The area along with surroundings and clear skies make it a perfect treat for a photographer’s eyes.

I recommend this place to everyone visiting Mauritius.

Nidhi KM

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Beautiful view

By Nidhi KM|2016-07-11T11:44:47+00:00July 11th, 2016|Mauritius|0 Comments

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Chamarel, a must visit in Mauritius