Casela World of Adventures: safari, zipline, canyoning and family activities

Casela World of Adventures: the west coast’s adventure park

Casela World of Adventures is the largest adventure and leisure park in Mauritius. Set at Cascavelle in the hills above the west coast, it spans more than 1,500 acres and offers an extraordinarily diverse range of activities: 4x4 or walking safaris among African animals, giant ziplines over gorges, canyoning in wild inland rivers, encounters with cheetahs and lions, camel or horse rides, and an animal park with species from around the world.

For families with children as well as groups of adults looking for a thrill, Casela offers a full day of activities. The overall feel is that of an international-standard leisure park — well organized, with trained staff and well-maintained equipment — set within a remarkable natural environment with spectacular views over the west coast and the inland mountains.

Casela is about 30 minutes from Flic en Flac and 45 minutes from Tamarin. From these west-coast bases, it makes the perfect day of adventure away from the beach. A rental car is needed to get there — our guide to renting a car in Mauritius will give you all the tips you need.

At a glance

Where	Cascavelle, west coast, between Flic en Flac and Tamarin
Price	From around 2,000-2,500 rupees for a single activity, up to 5,000-8,000 rupees for a full package
Time needed	Half a day for one or two activities, a full day for a combined package
Getting there	A rental car is essential (no direct public transport)
Best time	Year-round; go early in the morning to avoid the heat and midday crowds

Casela’s activities

The animal safari

The Casela safari is the park’s signature activity. Across a reconstructed savanna estate spanning several hundred hectares in the hills, African animals live in semi-freedom: zebras, giraffes, African buffalo, ostriches, various species of antelope, wildebeest and white rhinos. The experience is authentic and spectacular, especially at sunset when the animals are more active.

Several safari formats are on offer:

Open 4x4 safari: The most popular option. A guide takes you in an open-backed, Land Rover-style safari vehicle for around 1h30, getting as close as possible to the animals. Giraffes sometimes come close enough to touch the roof of the vehicle — a memorable experience for children (and adults). Price: around 2,500 rupees per adult.

Walking safari: For those after a bigger thrill, a guided walk through the savanna among the herbivores (without the big predators, of course) is available. This format offers a different kind of immersion and eye-level photo opportunities. Price: around 1,800 rupees.

Quad safari: A format that combines the excitement of quad biking with wildlife spotting. Restricted to drivers over 18 with a valid driving licence. Price: around 3,500 rupees.

The cheetah and lion encounter

Casela offers an experience that’s rare outside the African continent: a supervised interaction with tame cheetahs and lions. These animals, born in captivity and accustomed to human presence, can be approached at very close range in dedicated enclosures under the strict supervision of experienced keepers.

The “Lion Encounter” is the park’s most sought-after activity and often the most emotional one. You enter the enclosure with young adult lions (aged between 12 and 18 months), you can pet them and accompany them on a short supervised walk. The intensity of the experience — the size of the animals, their physical presence, their gaze — is hard to put into words. Price: around 3,500 to 4,500 rupees depending on the package.

The “Cheetah Encounter” is similar but with cheetahs, which are smaller than lions and generally calmer. Price: around 2,500 to 3,000 rupees. These prices change regularly; check Casela’s official website before your visit.

Important note: like all interactions with large captive wild cats, these activities are the subject of legitimate ethical debate. Casela maintains that its animals were born in captivity and take part in conservation and awareness programmes. Every visitor is free to form their own opinion on the merits of these practices.

Ziplines and aerial adventures

Casela’s ziplines are among the most impressive in Mauritius. Starting from the hills, they offer spectacular views over the west coast and the Black River gorges, with the cables crossing wooded valleys at a height and speed that inevitably draw excited shrieks.

The zipline circuit typically includes several cables of different lengths (from 200 metres up to over 700 metres for the longest), suspended rope bridges and observation platforms. The full circuit takes around 2 hours. Price: around 2,000 rupees. Restrictions: minimum 25 kg and age 10, maximum 120 kg.

Canyoning in the Tamarin River

Casela’s most physical and wildest activity is canyoning in the Tamarin River, which rises in the inland hills before reaching the ocean at Tamarin. The canyoning route — which takes place outside the park, out in nature — involves abseiling down waterfalls, sliding through natural chutes carved by the river, jumping into pools and swimming through narrow gorges.

It’s an exceptionally beautiful outdoor activity that reveals a side of Mauritius that most tourists never see. The vegetation in the gorges is lush, the basalt rock formations are impressive, and the waterfalls (the tallest abseil is around 20 metres) add a spectacular dimension. Duration: 3 to 4 hours. Price: around 2,500 rupees. Minimum age 12, good physical fitness required. Our guide to hiking in Mauritius covers other nature activities in different parts of the island.

Activities for families and children

Beyond the thrill-seeking activities, Casela offers plenty of activities suited to younger children:

• Camel rides (accessible from age 3 with an adult)
• Horse rides through the savanna
• Meetings with giant Aldabra tortoises
• Supervised giraffe feeding
• A mini-zoo with smaller species (rabbits, dwarf pigs, reptiles)

These activities can be combined in a family package that lets you spend a whole day at the park at a more favourable overall price.

Prices and packages

Casela’s prices are organized as “activities” sold separately or as combined packages. In 2026, indicative prices are:

• Park entry + basic safari: 2,500 to 3,500 rupees for adults, 1,500 to 2,000 rupees for children
• Add zipline: +2,000 rupees
• Add canyoning: +2,500 rupees
• Lion/Cheetah Encounter: 2,500 to 4,500 rupees depending on the experience

“Full Day Adventure” packages that combine several activities at a discounted rate are available. Booking online in advance often gets you a discount. Always check the up-to-date prices on Casela’s official website, as they’re updated regularly.

To plan your overall budget for Mauritius, our guide to budgeting for a trip to Mauritius will give you a complete picture of the costs to expect.

Opening hours and practical information

Opening hours: Casela is open every day from 9am to 5:30pm, with last entry at 4pm for certain activities. Safari activities generally depart at set times — ask when you buy your ticket or when booking online.

Food: The park has several restaurants and snack bars. Quality varies; if you want a proper meal, the seaside restaurants in Flic en Flac (30 minutes away) are a better option for lunch. Our guide to Mauritian food will point you to good addresses across the island.

Transport: Casela isn’t served by public transport. A rental car is essential — our guide to renting a car in Mauritius will give you all the tips you need. Parking is free and spacious. To reach the west coast directly from the airport, book a private transfer with a driver who can drop you in the Flic en Flac or Casela area.

Getting there: Casela is located on the B9 road at Cascavelle, between Flic en Flac and Tamarin. From Flic en Flac, allow 15 minutes. From Le Morne, allow 30 minutes. Our guide to travel times between areas of Mauritius will help you plan your itinerary.

Fitting Casela into your itinerary

Casela combines naturally with a day on the west coast. The classic itinerary: a morning of safari and activities at Casela (go early to avoid the midday heat), lunch in town or at the park, then an afternoon at the beach in Flic en Flac or a stroll around Tamarin.

For a fuller day, a visit to Chamarel’s coloured earth and waterfall pairs well with an afternoon at Casela. Our complete guide to Chamarel and the seven coloured earths has all the details. For a guided excursion including Chamarel from your hotel, book the southern excursion covering Chamarel and Grand Bassin, which can be combined with a morning at Casela if you plan your day smartly.

Our guide to 7-day itineraries in Mauritius fits Casela into a full programme that alternates beach, nature and adventure for a balanced stay. To round out your exploration of the west coast, our guide to the beaches of Mauritius covers the best beaches of Flic en Flac and Le Morne.

Thrill-seekers will also enjoy our guide to hiking in Mauritius to explore the island’s interior on foot. Our Mauritius budget guide will factor the cost of Casela’s activities into your financial planning.

Casela with young children or a large family

Casela is one of the few parks in Mauritius designed to welcome every generation of a family on a single day out. Grandparents can stick to the 4x4 safari and the mini-zoo while teenagers work their way through the zipline and canyoning. Bring an all-terrain stroller rather than a city one: the paths between enclosures are partly unpaved.

Babies and young children aren’t allowed on the thrill activities but fully enjoy the vehicle safari and the giraffe feeding. Bring sunscreen and hats: the park offers little shade in the savanna areas, especially around midday. Our guide to family activities in Mauritius rounds out these tips with other child-friendly options across the island.

Casela or La Vanille Nature Park: which to choose?

Visitors sometimes hesitate between Casela, geared towards safari and thrills, and La Vanille Nature Park, a park in the south devoted to crocodiles and giant tortoises in a more intimate setting. Casela is better suited to active families and adrenaline lovers who want a full day with several types of activities. La Vanille is better suited to a short, calm visit on a more modest budget. The two parks are too far apart to combine in the same day without rushing.