Mauritius Black River Gorges hike

Discover the splendid, pure, and wild nature of Black River Gorges National Park during this activity. The park is situated in the southwest of the island and aims to protect and raise awareness of Mauritius' natural heritage of endemic flora and fauna. Out of the remaining forests of Mauritius, the park is the largest covering 3.5% of the island's total surface. It is the heart of Mauritius or rather its lungs.An expert will ensure that guests make the most of this trip regardless of difficulty level. You can choose between two options; one option is the half-day hike which is around 3-4 hours of hiking time with a medium difficulty level. The second option is the full-day hike, around 5-6 hours. This hike is a challenging experience with a higher difficulty level which requires a good fitness level.Enjoy beautiful panoramic views with changing micro-climates along the way. Hear the beautiful sounds of nature and birds like the Pink Pigeons, the Mauritian Kestrel, and Echo Parakeets. Rare endemic trees like the black ebony are found in the park. After being amazed by the magnificent views, get the chance to swim in a river before ending the trip.
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Free cancellation
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8 hours
Available in English, French

Important information

* The pickup time and duration of the tour will vary depending on the location of your hotel. Please provide your hotel name and address at checkout and confirm the pickup place and time directly with the local operator after booking * For the full-day hike (approximately 8 hours), a good fitness level is required and the minimum age is 13 years. Available only on Saturdays * For the half-day hike (approximately 6 hours), a medium fitness level is required and the minimum age is 10 years * A minimum of 2 and a maximum of 10 participants per booking is required * The conditions of the hiking trail depend on the weather

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