Discover the breathtaking southwest of Mauritius on this unforgettable full-day private scenic tour, combining dramatic coastal landscapes, sacred temples, waterfalls, panoramic viewpoints, lush rainforests, and authentic Mauritian flavors. Travel comfortably with your private guide while exploring some of the island’s most spectacular natural and cultural attractions.
Your journey begins with a hotel pickup anywhere in Mauritius before heading towards the famous Trou aux Cerfs, a dormant volcanic crater at approximately 605 meters above sea level. Surrounded by lush vegetation, pine trees, and exotic plants, this natural wonder offers spectacular 360-degree panoramic views across the central plateau, surrounding mountain ranges, and distant coastline on clear days.
Continue to Mare aux Vacoas, the largest freshwater reservoir in Mauritius. Nestled within dense forest landscapes in the cool highlands, this peaceful lake offers beautiful scenery and a tranquil atmosphere ideal for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts.
Then head to the sacred crater lake of Grand Bassin, located about 550 meters above sea level in the mountainous southwest region. Surrounded by temples and shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva and other Hindu deities, this peaceful spiritual site is also home to the towering giant statue of Lord Shiva overlooking the lake.
The adventure then proceeds to Alexandra Falls, one of Mauritius’ most scenic natural attractions. Surrounded by the lush cloud forest of Mount Cocotte, the viewpoint offers breathtaking panoramic views over tropical valleys and the turquoise southern coastline.
Next, stop at the Black River Gorges viewpoint, where endless stretches of rolling hills, deep valleys, waterfalls, and untouched rainforest unfold before your eyes. Located within Mauritius’ largest national park, this spectacular landscape is home to rare endemic flora and fauna.
After a morning of exploration, enjoy a delicious traditional Mauritian lunch at a local restaurant in Chamarel. Savor authentic island cuisine featuring fresh salads, rice, soups, chicken curry or fish, vegetables, and local flavors prepared with aromatic spices.
Following lunch, visit the famous Seven Colored Earth of Chamarel, a unique natural phenomenon featuring surreal volcanic sand dunes in vibrant shades of red, purple, orange, yellow, and brown. Nearby, admire the magnificent Chamarel Waterfall, the tallest single-drop waterfall in Mauritius, plunging dramatically nearly 100 meters into a lush tropical gorge.
Finally, conclude your adventure at the stunning Chamarel Viewpoint, where panoramic scenery reveals the picturesque Chamarel village, the southwest coastline, Le Morne Brabant mountain, and the turquoise lagoons stretching toward the Indian Ocean.
Combining nature, culture, waterfalls, volcanic landscapes, panoramic viewpoints, and authentic Mauritian cuisine, this southwest scenic tour offers an unforgettable experience of Mauritius at its finest.
