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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LES TERRES AUX 7 COULEURS DE CHAMAREL
Posted on 14 avril 2016
Les Terres aux 7 couleurs de chamarel ressemblent à un étrange paysage de dunes colorées en plein milieu d’une clairière. On découvre plusieurs variations de couleurs oscillant entre l’ocre, le brun, le rose, l’orangé ou encore le mauve. Les nuances peuvent varier en fonction de la lumière et des rayons du soleil, les couleurs de mélangent et se séparent à nouveau au bout de quelques heures et reprennent leur teinte d'origine.
Ne pas hésiter à accéder par un escalier aménagé à un promontoire offrant un autre point de vue en surplomb. Le panorama est magnifique.
En plus de cela, le site regroupe une très jolie cascade et un enclos avec des tortues géantes qui a été aménagé.
Pour la cascade on peut prendre le petit chemin qui monte à droite pour avoir un meilleur point de vue.
La visite est rapide.
Il y a aussi des tortues à faire mais sans plus.