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La Varangue sur Morne

A Chamarel institution for 30 years: a wooden lodge in the forest at the foot of Black River Peak, with sweeping views to Le Morne and refined Mauritian cuisine.

πŸš— From the villa30 min Β· 17.1 kmoff-peak estimate
⏱️ Time needed1.5–2 hnot counting the drive
πŸ•“ Best time of dayπŸ•› Midday
πŸ’° PriceRs 1,500–2,500 (CHF 26–43)Per person for a main course and a drink.
πŸ•˜ Opening hoursLunch only (β‰ˆ 12:00–16:30).

La Varangue sur Morne is a hunting-lodge-style restaurant 600 m up on the Plaine Champagne road. From the veranda the view falls away to the lagoon and Le Morne. The cooking is refined Mauritian and French: venison, prawns, palm-heart salad, and Creole desserts.

The perfect lunch after the Black River Peak hike.

🍽️ Restaurant

Food
Mauritian & French
Price
$$$$ Β· about Rs 1,500–2,500 (CHF 26–43) per person
Must try
Venison, Palm-heart salad, Creole desserts
Booking
Book, especially for a view table.
Hours
Lunch only (β‰ˆ 12:00–16:30).

Getting there

Driving route from the villa

πŸš— By car: 30 min (17.1 km) off-peak. Directions in Google Maps β†—

  • πŸš• Taxi from the villa: about Rs 700–900 one way per car (agree the price first; a return trip with waiting time is often negotiable).

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