Hiking the Black River Gorges: Full-day with Lunch and Transfer

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1. Your hiking trip to Black River Gorge begins with a hotel pick-up anywhere in Mauritius. You will meet & be greeted by our certified guide & after boarding to your comfortable vehicle, then set off for your first stop.

   15 min

2. Located in the hilly southwest of Mauritius, the Black River Gorge extends over an area of 6,754 hectares of the surface of Mauritius Island! With the help of the guides, you will discover Mauritius' natural heritage in this unique area which houses one of the rarest forests in the world. It harbors over 300 species of native and endemic flowering plants and 9 species of birds, which are found only in Mauritius. If the thought of getting worn out is holding you back, then you have nothing to worry about! This is a fairly easy trail that anyone can undertake, irrespective of fitness level. It’s a popular hike among the teens but also the elderly people, requiring no experience whatsoever. This hike will take you into the heart of the indigenous Machabee forest with many panoramic views. Seize this unique chance to learn about the native vegetation as well as the endemic and exotic bird life. The guide will be keen to share interesting insights into the marvelous fauna and flora.

   2 hAdmission included

3. Other than expanding your knowledge of our native wildlife, having a guide by your side gives you a feeling of reassurance. You don't need to worry about being left behind- getting lost is out of question. With years of experience, the guide has also learned the trail inside out, hence, you might access shortcut paths and secret alleys that lead to wondrous spots that you’d have never expected. The views you will encounter during this hike are breathtaking- a wide, beautiful gorge (canyon) curving dramatically down between a series of mountains; spectacular waterfalls cascading down the hillside with a range of mountains behind them & many more. The park protects most of the island's remaining rainforest. Many endemic plants & animals can be found in the park, including the Mauritian flying fox and all endemic birds: Mauritius kestrel, Pink Pigeon, Mauritius Parakeet, Mauritius Cuckoo-Shrike, Mauritius Bulbul, Mauritius Olive White-Eye, Mauritius Grey White-Eye & the Mauritius Fody.

   2 hAdmission included

4. you can also take a relaxing swim in the lagoon-type basin at Black river National park. Afterward, you will take your lunch nearby the river ( Picnic style).

   1 hAdmission included

5. About the guide and the spirit of the trip All hiking excursions and treks will be under the experienced and professional guidance of one of the top guides in Mauritius while sharing his local knowledge, passion for sports, and love of nature. Each trip is carried out with total respect towards nature and while making it a top priority to stress the importance of its preservation. The trip will take you around some of the most beautiful places in Mauritius and you will get to learn more about the fauna and flora and what’s being done towards its preservation, making this a unique and enriching experience. Duration: 9:00 am - 14:00 pm After a long day at exploring, your Hiking Trip ends with return transport to your hotel.

   15 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Trou d'Eau Douce

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• It is shorter than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 62 of 123.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

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Trou d'Eau Douce is a fishing village on Mauritius's east coast, the usual departure point for boats to Île aux Cerfs and its lagoon.

Trou d'Eau Douce is a small fishing village on the east coast of Mauritius, facing a wide lagoon sheltered by a coral reef. Fishing boats and launches sit along the shore, and a short strip of restaurants and shops looks onto the water. Sugar cane fields stretch inland. The east coast catches the trade winds, so the air is breezier and often cooler than on the west coast.

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