Chamarel FallsAbout Chamarel Falls
Chamarel Falls is a prominent waterfall near the village of Chamarel on the southwest side of Mauritius. It is one of the island’s best-known waterfalls and a regular stop on local sightseeing routes.
The falls descend roughly 100 metres into a forested valley; an official viewing platform and car park provide the primary vantage point for most visitors. The waterfall is often paired on itineraries with nearby attractions in the Chamarel area, especially the coloured earth formations.
The falls are a natural cascade formed where rivers drop over resistant rock into a steep valley; they have long been used as a local scenic attraction. Modern visitor infrastructure is limited to the main viewpoint and short walking paths.
Chamarel Falls lies inland from the western coast of Mauritius near the village of Chamarel in the Rivière Noire/Black River region, set within hilly, forested terrain of the island’s southwest.
- Height and viewpoint: The waterfall drops about 100 metres and is best viewed from the roadside platform that provides a clear, elevated view of the cascade.
What to See#
- Viewpoint: Official viewpoint with parking and short walk to viewing platform that overlooks the falls and the surrounding valley.
Nearby Attractions to Chamarel Falls
Best Time to Visit Chamarel Falls
May-October (dry season) is generally the best time to visit for clearer skies and comfortable conditions; avoid the height of cyclone season.
Weather & Climate near Chamarel Falls
Chamarel Falls's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in August). Temperatures range from 17°C to 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1694 mm/year), wettest in February.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 22° - 28° | 25° | 241 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.0 m/s | 3.0 extreme | 13.1h |
| February | Good | 22° - 28° | 25° | 265 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.7 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 12.7h |
| March | Very Good | 22° - 28° | 25° | 220 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.8 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.1h |
| April | Very Good | 21° - 27° | 24° | 199 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.2 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.5h |
| May | Very Good | 19° - 25° | 22° | 139 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.0h |
| June | Excellent | 18° - 24° | 21° | 86 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.3 m/s | 1.2 high | 10.8h |
| July | Very Good | 17° - 23° | 20° | 93 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 4.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 10.9h |
| August | Excellent | 17° - 22° | 20° | 90 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.8 m/s | 1.5 very high | 11.3h |
| September | Excellent | 17° - 23° | 20° | 58 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.1 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.9h |
| October | Excellent | 18° - 24° | 21° | 59 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.1 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.4h |
| November | Excellent | 19° - 26° | 23° | 77 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.7 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 13.0h |
| December | Very Good | 21° - 27° | 24° | 167 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.7 m/s | 2.9 extreme | 13.2h |
How to Get to Chamarel Falls
Chamarel is about a 45-60 minute drive from the island’s major western towns such as Flic-en-Flac or Port Louis. Most visitors go by car or organized tour; road signs near Chamarel village mark the route to the falls and nearby viewpoints.
Tips for Visiting Chamarel Falls
- Arrive just after sunrise or late afternoon for the best light on the falls and fewer tour buses.
- Combine a visit with the nearby Seven Coloured Earth viewpoint in Chamarel-both are within a short drive of each other.
- Bring a rain jacket: the spray at the base of the falls can soak clothing on windy days.