Active West Tour

If you are looking for some fun and adventure on the West Coast then this is the perfect tour for you. Experience some the amazing activities and attractions in the West of Mauritius.

As part of this tour you will see, experience and visit the following places in the West: 

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• Swim with the dolphins

• Black River Gorges

• Alexandra Falls

• Chamarel

• Chamarel Falls

• Seven Coloured Earth

• Chamarel Rhumerie

• Casela Nature Park

• Lion Encounter at Casela Nature Park

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The full day private West Tour includes:

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• Private Tour, only for you in a private vehicle.

• Pick up and drop off from any hotel / place of accommodation anywhere in Mauritius

• Full transportation to all the sights

• A personal experienced and knowledgeable driver guide to show you around and inform you on each of the sights

• Boat excursion on West Coast to find and swim with dolphins

• Entrance to the Seven Coloured Earth

• Chamarel Coffee and Breakfast experience

• Entrance, Tour and Rum tasting at Chamarel Rhumerie

• Entrance to Casela Nature Park

• Walking with Lions at Casela *optional*

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Rates: 

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Rs 5325 per adult on double sharing basis

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* add R3750 per adult for Walking with Lion experience (15 years and above)

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Rs 3600 per child

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Family rate: Rs 17550 two adults and two children

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The Active West Tour – Itinerary

 

Early morning you will hop onboard a speedboat for the encounter of a lifetime. Nature lovers can enjoy the most exciting experience in Black River or Tamarin Bay: swimming with the dolphins! Both Spinners and Bottlenose dolphins are seen playing in the bay in the early morning before going back to the open sea.

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Heading towards the village of Chamarel, we stop at an amazing restaurant with a panoramic view for some light breakfast and a Chamarel coffee experience.

 

Chamarel’s Seven Coloured Earth is one of those surreal things that will make your curiosity run wild. Set in the middle of lush green vegetation, this unique geological oddity is one of those amazing creations of nature that just make you look again. Colours of red, brown, violet, green, blue, purple and yellow sand dunes unfolds before your eyes, leaving you utterly mesmerized. Created by nature millions of years ago, here today to amaze you. The Park is 8.5 hectares and you will be able to walk between the many sand dunes, along trails and see this unique sight. Don't forget to go and see the Giant Turtles while you there!

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The Chamarel Waterfall is one of the highest waterfalls in Mauritius, with a 100m drop. The sight of this impressive waterfall against the tropical forest and mountains is truly breathtaking. It is fed by two rivers, the St. Denis and Viande Salée and it has distinct streams plunging down into the gorge. 

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You will also drive through the Black River Gorges Nature Park, where you will see many endangered species of plants and animals. Along the way you will stop at a viewpoint of the Black River Gorges National park and of Alexandra waterfalls for an amazing view of the falls among the lush forest. 

 

The Black River Gorges National park protects most of the island's remaining rainforest, and is home to many species of wild animals and birds. Some endangered bird species include the Mauritius kestrel, the echo parakeet, the pink pigeon, Mauritian flying fox, Mauritius bulbul, and Mauritius olive white-eye. .

About the Alexandra Waterfall

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Driving through Chamarel you will notice all the sugarcane fields interweaved with pineapples and other exotic fruits growing in the region.  Here perched 300m above the La Rhumerie de Chamarel. Here you will get a guided tour and a detailed explanation on the rum making process. During certain times of the year you can even see the whole rum making process as it happens. The rum from La Rhumerie de Chamarel differs from your typical rum. It is beautiful and smooth and full of different flavours. They also have a great collection of aged and premium rums. The best part of the tour is of course the chance to taste all these rums. We love the vanilla and coconut.

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Casela is one of the most popular leisure and attraction parks in Mauritius offering a variety of fun and thrilling activities. The park spans over 350 hectares and is divided into 5 zones, each with its own unique characteristic.  The last stop on your exciting tour is Casela Nature Park where you will get a taste of Africa in Mauritius with a unique chance to encounter antelopes, white rhinos, zebras and ostriches. Immerse yourself in the wild in the company of Kudus, Impalas, Oryx, Nyalas, and Waterbucks, just to name a few. The African reserve is of extraordinary scenic beauty with the iconic Rempart Mountain serving as a backdrop. Casela offers several fun ways to get closer to animals of the African Safari.

 

As part of this Active Tour you will also get the once in a lifetime chance to walk with and encounter lions. Surrounded by beautiful nature you have the opportunity to see and interact with the lions. They roam freely amongst you offering a unique opportunity of being in close contact with them.

You have the opportunity to get real close to them, walk alongside them and maybe even pet them (under the supervision and guidance of the lions’ handlers)

After your exciting walk refreshments are offered followed by explanations about the reproduction and conservation program of the lions.

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The visit to the park includes:

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• Toboggan (Avalanche Mines) - a thrilling fun ride on the first toboggan slide in Mauritius. The Toboggan includes two slides placed on a slope on which one slips with buoys.

• Tulawaka Gold Coaster – an adrenaline-inducing alpine coaster that runs along 800m. Perfect for all thrill seekers. It can be ridden solo or in tandem.

• Walk thru the aviary - Walk through the bird aviary and interact with various colorful bird species from around the world.

• Safari photo - This great value tour lets you find yourself face-to-face with zebras, ostriches, deer, African antelopes, white rhinoceros, impalas and kudus during a unique safari tour on-board one of the safari vehicles.

• Big Cats Kingdom - For Big Cats lovers, this is a dream come true! Visit the Big Cats’ park to enjoy a close view of the lions, caracal and tigers.

• Giraffe and pygmy hippo viewing - Come face to face with these majestic animals for a unique viewing experience.

• Camel and llama viewing - Meet the camels and llamas, considered as one of the friendliest and most loving animals you will ever meet. Spend some time getting to know these amazing creatures.

• Monkey Kingdom - have some fun watching the long-tailed monkeys skip and hop about, in their enriched, natural habitat.

• Kid’s playground - A new kid’s playground that will offer sensation to the young ones!

• Petting farm and Tortoise pen - Ideal setting for people of all ages, especially children to interact with farm animals as well as tortoises.

• 3D Interactive Map and 4D Cinema

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Rates: 

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Rs 5325 per adult on double sharing basis

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* add R3750 per adult for Walking with Lion experience (15 years and above)

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Rs 3600 per child

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Family rate: Rs 17550 two adults and two

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