This part of Mauritius is worth the while, if only for the fresh perspective it offers… Especially if you rent a car. North of the hotel, near Roches Noires, the color clash between sea and bare volcanic rock is no surprise, as it remains the witness of the island’s creation, where waves keep crashing on this jet black volcanic rock. Palmar’s surroundings undoubtedly boast some of the island’s finest beaches. From Trou D’eau Douce to Mahébourg, the coral reefs get further away from the coastline, contouring the largest lagoon.