Enjoy a scenic tour of the wilder landscape of southwest Mauritius and taste the local rum before savoring a delicious lunch at a restaurant. See the volcanic crater of Trou Aux Cerfs, Chamarel Waterfall, 7-Colored Earth, La Rhumerie de Chamarel, and more with a guide.  Visit the ship model factory in Curepipe where their craftsmen are adept in the art of miniaturization and the techniques of replica work. You will then head to the sacred lake of Grand Bassin, the most important place of worship for Mauritian Hindus and make a short drive to the Black River Gorges and stop at the Black River View Point, to see the island’s endemic flora and fauna. Visit La Rhumerie de Chamarel to learn about the various stages involved in making the local rum, before tasting the end product! A delicious gourmet lunch will then be served in a local restaurant. After lunch, the drive continues to Chamarel Village to admire the 90-meter high Chamarel Waterfall and the curious 7-Coloured Earth, a natural phenomenon caused when basaltic lava converts the clay mineral into vibrant shades of red, brown, violet, green, blue, purple, and yellow. Take a winding drive to the southwest corner of Mauritius, and enjoy the drive through Macondé Bridge for panoramic views across the Baie Du Cap River.

Explore Mauritius' southern coast and west interior on a private day tour with pickup offered from multiple areas on the island. See stunning mountain landscapes, listen to cascading waterfalls, and be impressed by the Grand Bassin Hindu Temple or Trou aux Cerfs crater. Your adventure begins at your hotel where you will be picked up and then taken to the towns of Curepipe and Floreal, both known for their colonial French architecture. Afterward, drive on to the Trou aux Cerfs crater to see an extinct volcano now overgrown with nature. Then, head to Lord Shiva, Grand Bassin Hindu Temple which is surrounded by the crater lake of Ganga Talao. Here, have the chance to learn about Hindu culture and traditions and how they persist in modern Mauritius society. From the temple then drive to Black River Gorges National Park to admire the island's landscapes and views of the mountains. Set out to see the Alexandra Waterfall and after the park, go to the village of Chamarel to visit more incredible waterfalls. Stop by the Seven Coloured Earths geological formation and then say hi to the resident giant turtles. From here you will be driven back to your hotel to be dropped off.

Get panoramic views from the top of the Trou aux Cerfs volcano and stroll around the crater before making your way to the sacred lake of Grand Bassin via the Mare-aux-Vacoas reservoir.  Continue to the Black River Gorges to discover the home of endemic flora and fauna. Drive through the park via Plaine des Champagnes for an amazing view of Alexandra Falls. Taste different types of rum at a rum factory in Chamarel before lunch in the village. Then, discover the geological marvel of the 7 Colored Earths and see the giant tortoises before getting a panoramic view from the Case Noyal viewpoint.

The day starts with your driver/guide coming to pick you up at your hotel at your chosen time, normally around 9am. You will head towards Trou aux Cerfs, crater of dead volcano. A stop here to see the crater but also very nice views on mountains as well as aerial view of the neghbouring towns and beautiful views of mountains from here, as this is the Central Plateau, hence the highest point of Mauritius. Then visit the Floreal Commercial Centre where you can get some duty free products and at factory prices and also visit the ship models factories. What a nice craft and how talented are the mauritians Then visit the Mare aux Vacoas Reservoir which is the largest reservoir of Mauritius and which provides water for domestic purposes to the whole big area surrounding Trou aux Cerfs. Entering Plaine Champagne Forest Area, you will be delighted to find yourself in a nice and cool green environment, the Plaine Champagne Forests being preserved by the Government to protect flora and fauna. If the season allows it, normally during may/june, mauritians go there to pluck guava known as " Goyave de Chine" Then enter Grand Bassin, where hindus people go for pilgrimage. See the more than 100metres statue of Lord Shiva. After that you will be driven to Alexandra Falls viewpoint and short hike. Mountain views, rivers, Aerial views of the West of Mauritius with its sea views You cannot leave without the short stroll to the Black River Gorges Viewpoint area. What a magnificent view of the valleys. The mountain appear as if they wish to talk to you and greet you. So cool , so calm. Unless you choose not to do it, we will drive you to the Rhumerie, the local rhum making factory, rum tasting is possible for adults +18yrs. The next point is Chamarel Waterfalls viewpoint before admiring the Seven Couloured Earth. Incredible and unique. The earth is said to having got these colours after eruptions of lavas as Mauritius is sais to have been formed after numerous eruptions of very active volcanoes. No worries, there is no active volcano in Mauritius now. Typical mauritian lunch is included as well as soft drinks and water. The tour lasts normally for 8 hours . We also give discretion to the client if ever he/she wishes to skip any place in order to give more time to another place in the list. The client is King.

Explore the surreal beauty and vibrant culture of southwest Mauritius, including a volcanic crater, rum distillery, and hindu temple, while your private local guide details the island's fascinating history and economic development. Begin your day by visiting the summit of the spectacular Trou aux Cerfs crater, where you can then enjoy breathtaking views of the island below, as well as nearby Mount Rempart.  Continue on to a local naval modeling workshop, renowned for designing historic, handmade ship models. Browse the museum's collection, watch as a craftsman carves a new project, or purchase your own souvenir for an original trip memento.  From here, travel to the Grand Bassin, a sacred lake nestled around a volcano crater, embellished with a Hindu temple where a famous statue of Shiva resides. Then it's time to visit the Black River for an unforgettable panoramic view, where you can also catch a glimpse of the Black River Gorge. Take a break at La Rhumerie de Chamarel and learn about the local process of distilling and curating Mauritian rum – and taste-test the final product.   End your day by visiting the picturesque Chamarel waterfalls and the surreal Seven Colored Earth geological formation, famous for it's multicolored volcanic rock. 

Get to know the southwest of Mauritius on this full-day sightseeing tour. With your guide and group visit some of the highlights and landmarks in this corner of the island, including the 7 Coloured Earth , the Chamarel Waterfall, the Black River Gorges Waterfall, Grand Bassin and Trou aux cerf, among other destinations. Stop at the Rhumerie de Chamarel Distillery for a taste of Mauritius' native rum and see craftsmen at work in the Floreal craft workshops. Lunch and round-trip transportation from Mauritius hotels are included.