Seven colored earth of Chamarel Mauritius

Mauritius Island Seven colored earth of Chamarel In addition to the National Park between Black River and the tip of the Morne Brabant, Chamarel region has one of the main natural attractions of Mauritius. Located in a private (paid access), the land of the 7 colors of Chamarel is a clearing that has seven color variations, ranging from ocher, brown, red and purple. This phenomenon is due to the presence of volcanic ash containing mineral oxides of different colors laid bare by erosion for centuries. The particularity of this earth, is that once mixed colors always end up not separate. But we can not take land or walk over to preserve this unique place. There is also giant tortoises that will delight toddlers. Chamarel waterfall Before arriving in the land of seven colors, you will follow a trail of ocher that will take you on a truly impressive waterfall. It is fed by rivers and St Denis Salt meat and is 100 meters high waterfall can be admired at the top of a promontory. It is also possible to go down and bath. For photographers, it is advisable to visit Chamarel midday not to be bothered by the shadows before the waterfall and the plain are very different. Mauritius Holidays