Trou aux Cerfs
A dormant volcanic crater in the town of Curepipe. A circular walking path offers 360-degree views of the island's mountains and coastline.
Located in Curepipe, a city in the central highlands, the crater is about 350 meters in diameter and 85 meters deep, with vegetation growing around its water-filled floor. A circular asphalt path of about 1 kilometer runs along the rim, with viewing platforms. On a clear day you can see Le Morne Mountain, the peaks around Port-Louis, and the west coast. Entry is free. Cars can drive up to the parking lot at the rim, and a walk around takes about 20 to 30 minutes. The highlands are cloudy, rainy, and cool, so bring a jacket. Curepipe also has the old Royal College buildings and a model ship workshop, which you can visit on the way for shopping.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Tamarind Falls (Seven Cascades)
- Casela Nature Parks
- Grand Bassin (Ganga Talao)
- Tamarin Bay (Dolphin Watching)
- Black River Gorges National Park
- Black River Peak
- Flic-en-Flac Beach
- Fort Adelaide (La Citadelle)