THE EARTH OF 7 COLORS CHAMAREL
Site with a turtle enclosure, souvenir store and small snack bar with tables and benches overlooking the land
It is one of the most visited natural sites. The road lined with coffee trees leads first to a nice viewpoint on the Chamarel waterfall, the highest of the island. One kilometer further, we reach the site of the Seven Colors. The earth forms astonishing sheepskins of several chromatic shades which would be of volcanic origin: ashes exposed by the erosion and containing mineral oxides of various tones. Also: turtle enclosure, store, snack bar.
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Opening time and information on THE EARTH OF 7 COLORS CHAMAREL
7d/7, 8h30-17h/17h30. 550 Rs per adult, 275 Rs per child - waterfall, Terres de couleurs, turtles, store, café.
Owner's Message
The Terre des 7 Couleurs de Chamarel Geopark invites you to explore millions of years of history through the emblematic Terre de 7 Couleurs and the majestic Chamarel waterfall, a major attraction in Mauritius since the 1960s. The colorful Chamarel earths were discovered in 1879, and their origins can be traced back to ancient geoclimatic events. These unique formations are the result of the decomposition of basalt, with iron and aluminum oxides imparting stunning colors ranging from red to blue-violet .The geopark offers an immersive experience in geology, education and conservation, while promoting respect for the environment and local communities.
To make your visit even more enjoyable, you can stop for a snack or lunch break at the Coffee Shop. The restaurant's concept is based on the theme of the seven colors of the earth, and offers a warm culinary interlude in a relaxed setting. Before you leave, remember to take a small piece of Chamarel's Earth of 7 Colors Geopark home with you. A souvenir from our dune-side boutique will be the perfect reminder of your time with us!
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Members' reviews on THE EARTH OF 7 COLORS CHAMAREL
The ratings and reviews below reflect the subjective opinions of members and not the opinion of The Little Witty.
On a d'abord une vue lointaine mais imprenable sur la plus haute cascade du pays, puis un peu plus loin une des images les plus connues de l'île, la terre des 7 couleurs. Le site étant assez petit, l'endroit devient vite bondé, mais vaut largement le coup d'oeil pour sa jolie palette de couleurs!
Vous ferez d’abords une halte au point de vu de la cascade de Chamarel (Prendre les marches à droite pour 1 minute de montée et surtout avoir un second point de vue magnifique). Puis vous reprendrez la route jusqu'au TERRE DES SEPT COULEURS (Attention de bien conserver son ticket d'entrée car présentation à nouveaux du ticket d'entrée à l'entrée des "TERRE DES SEPTS COULEURS"). Pour les enfants, présence de tortues géantes des Seychelles dans un enclos en partant sur la droite.