Ebony Forest Reserve Chamarel - Take a Hike Tour | La Vacanza Travel

Ebony Forest Reserve Chamarel - Take a Hike Tour

Duration: 78 to 198 minutes
Destination: Mauritius, Riviere Noire District, Chamarel
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  • 78 to 198 minutes
  • Chamarel
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Imagine one of the last remaining places on Mauritius where majestic black ebony trees stand tall and Paradise Flycatchers and Mauritius Black Bulbul chase each other through the trees. Once home to the Dodo, Ebony Forest, remains a refuge for threatened native flora and fauna. Visitors will be treated breathtaking views from Sublime Point and unique mid-canopy walkways. With less than 2% native forest remaining in Mauritius, Ebony Forest is a jewel for nature lovers and those wishing to escape from the beaches and hustle and bustle of Mauritius.

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What Can You Expect?

Visit: Ebony Forest Reserve, Seven Coloured Earth Road, Chamarel, Mauritius 90409

A warm welcome awaits you at our Visitor Centre. We are located just beside the Seven Coloured Earth near Chamarel so follow the signs and join us at our luscious tropical paradise. Be sure to stop and admire the Chamarel Waterfalls. We recommend you arrive at our entrance by 15:00 at the latest to ensure you have plenty of time to enjoy your visit.

What can you expect?
• Open air safari jeep rides every 30 minutes (subject to availability)
• 30 minute guided tour along a raised (0.5m – 4m high) walkway through the Flycatcher Forest
• Breathtaking views of the south and west coast from Sublime Point
• Witness 8 million years of history in our Ebony Experience Museum
• Meet our endemic and rare threatened birds (Mauritius Flycatcher, Mauritius Black Bulbul, Pink Pigeon, Echo Parakeet, Kestrel)
• Easy hikes along our ridgeline trail with spectacular views of Le Morne UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Optional hike to Piton Canot for a 360̊ panaroma
• Hug an ebony tree that stood at the time of the dodo

 

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • Professional guide
  • Museum
  • Entry/Admission - Ebony Forest Reserve

Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • Lunch
  • Drinks

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Discover the history of the island, from its volcanic origins to the arrival of humans and the destruction of the forest in our Ebony Experience Museum. Then see our amazing forest restoration efforts to conserve the native fauna and flora. Its first stop is the Flycatcher Forest where you will be treated to a 30 minute guided tour along a raised walkway through one of the best preserved ebony forests remaining in Mauritius. Spot the native birds, learn about the value of ebony wood and hug some trees!
  • After your tour, to get to Sublime Point you hike along the idyllic Ridgeline Trail (1.1 km) with amazing views of Ile aux Benitiers and Le Morne. The name says it all, Sublime is a view not to be missed during your visit to Mauritius. Relax and watch the bats flying, white tail tropic birds soaring and acrobatic performances of the Mascarene swiftlets. Why not enjoy some local snacks to full savour the experience.
  • For those energetic visitors, we recommend a hike to the summit of Piton Canot for a spectacular view of the south-west coast and village of Chamarel.
  • Near public transportation
  • If hungry, you can purchase some local snacks at Sublime Point, why not grab some snacks, along with a souvenir, from our boutique which sells mostly local artisanal products. Profits generated are reinvested into our ongoing forest restoration work (weeding and planting) and reintroduction of birds. We have planted more than 148,000 native trees, but we have a lot more work to do. Be part of our forest restoration project by visiting us.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Departure Point

Departure Point

Ebony Forest Reserve Chamarel, Chamarel MU, 90409, Mauritius


Departure Time

Ebony Forest Reserve Chamarel - Take a Hike Tour
10/1/2023 - 9/30/2024

Monday - Sunday : 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Duration & Voucher Info

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

78 to 198 minutes

Cancellation Policy

User's Reviews

cico n

06 Apr, 2024

Visited the Ebony Forest in Mauritius and started with a short museum tour, but very informative, and you will learn everything about the island. The walk through the forest was refreshing, showcasing the native ebony trees leading to the summit. For an easier ascent or in case you have less time, a guided jeep tour is available, where guides like Chris offer friendly and helpful insights. A must see for those interested in Mauritius's natural history and scenic beauty.

veronicaf490

16 Dec, 2023

Well worth a visit. We decided to walk to the top and the view there is quite incredible. Unfortunately, my husband was affected by the high humidity which raised his sugar levels and caused a problem with his ability to walk back down without diffculty. I would like to thank Sonia for assisting me by getting a ranger to pick him up. They were all so kind and willing to take us back to our hotel but my husband was feeling well enough to drive after half an hour rest. Thank-you all for your kindess to us.

601alishbab

27 Oct, 2023

I visited this breath-taking place last week. we started from museum enough to fill tourists with some necessary information, along with that they have souvenir shop and clean rest room. All the staff is very welcoming and friendly. Then we took Safari Ride to explore the very calm and lush green forest. I must say worthwhile visit this place.:)

Discover569914

22 Oct, 2023

We visited with teenagers. A great experience. Very friendly and helpful staff. Started at the museum which was very informative and just the right amount of information. We did a self guided walk which we would highly recommend. Walk was well signposted. Paths were narrow with lots of tree roots so required some concentration, steep in places. Enjoyed being right in the forest and amongst the wildlife. Saw plenty of birds, geckos and tortoises. Stopped at the Sublime view point for cold drinks and snacks - chilli bites and samosas and ice creams were available. Incredible views to the coast. Toilets available at the top. Lovely shop at the reception. Can fill water bottles here ( but not at the view point at the top) The walk was very sweaty but shady in the trees. This is a great experience, not too touristy and a perfect way to explore the true Mauritius

Mystuna

16 Feb, 2023

Went to the waterfall & 7 coloured earth and wanted to explore the forest too. Sadly it's not included with the entrance fee and you have to pay extra - in my opinion there should be only one fee for everything. We paid for the forest anyway because I think it's nice that they use the money for recreation. We got a normal ticket and there was a small guided tour included (which we didn't do in the end, because we were too hot and exhausted from getting to the viewpoint - UV index at it's highest and about 30 degress with mostly sun). I would recommend hiking when it's not too hot; you can also pay for a ride). At the beginning there's a small shop and very informative museum about the history. The view at the top was stunning and we had a really nice chat with a staff member at the viewpoint. It was nice that they offered drinks and icecream for a reasonable price. There were two different routes for going up to the top of the mountain - one through the forest with a trail, which was more difficult and one concrete path, which was partly very steep. From the viewpoint you can take a detour to a higher viewpoint. Don't forget your insect repellent!

User's Picture Gallery

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Ebony trees, jeep tour and musuem

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Ebony Forest Reserve

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Awesome view

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Doable for relatively unfit 50 year old male & female!

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Guided trek for two booked through the Ebony Forest nature reserve website.

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Great experience!!!

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Amazing views

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Reconnect to the nature

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Fascinating tour around Ebony Forest

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Most panoramic view of the island

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VISIT IN THE SOUTHWEST

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The most serene place ever

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Awesome day out

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Great An informative tour on the walkways and forest paths to stunning views

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Definitely worth a visit

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Spectacular views

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Pure nature, incredible views!

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Just sublime

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Wowed by Ebony Forest!!

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Great experienc

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Amazing!

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Discovering the reserves of Mauritius, with a hint of adrenaline

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Not to miss

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Highly recommended!

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