Ebony Forest Reserve Chamarel: A Last Haven for Native Flora and Fauna in Mauritius
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120 Ratings
Ebony Forest Reserve Chamarel

Discover Ebony Forest Reserve Chamarel, a last haven for native flora and fauna in Mauritius. Explore stunning views, mid-canopy walkways, and escape the hustle and bustle of the island.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Ebony Forest Reserve - A warm welcome awaits visitors at the Visitor Centre. Conveniently located next to the Seven Coloured Earth near Chamarel, simply follow the signs to join us in our lush tropical paradise. Don’t miss the chance to admire the Chamarel Waterfalls. It is recommended to arrive at our entrance by 15:00 at the latest to ensure…
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Museum
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Lunch
  • Drinks
Additional Information

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…

Location
Ebony Forest Reserve Chamarel
Take the Seven coloured earth road which leads to our visitor centre.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Y3473kxthomasr
Jun 6, 2026
Great experience - Thanks to Brice for an entertaining and informative tour. Great experience.
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Amyhe6071gk
Jun 4, 2026
A Must-Visit for Nature Lovers - We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Ebony Forest Reserve and would highly recommend it to anyone interested in nature and conservation. Seeing the ebony trees up close was fascinating, and the giant tortoises roaming freely around the reserve were a real highlight. Our guide was excellent—friendly, knowledgeable and clearly passionate about Mauritian wildlife and ecosystems. Her enthusiasm really brought the experience to life. One thing worth noting is that the website describes the hike as easy. While it wasn't particularly difficult, we felt it was more moderate than easy, especially for less active visitors or families with younger children. Overall, a fantastic experience and a great way to learn more about Mauritius' unique wildlife and natural heritage. Highly recommended for nature lovers, couples and families with older children.
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768odilet
May 23, 2026
A must-do if you enjoy walking. - Thank you to Damien for the informative tour on the walkway. The viewpoint was superb, and the hike to the canot peak was also wonderful.
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Petermk8561fk
May 22, 2026
Our choice was to explore trails on our own 🤩👀 - Having already visited Chamarel Waterfall and the Chamarel Seven Coloured Earths during a previous trip to Mauritius, our actual goal was to explore the “Ebony Forest reserve” in the same region. We didn't want a guided tour, but rather to explore the hiking trails on our own. This was possible @ an entrance fee of 510 rupees per person. We hiked several trails to beautiful viewpoints (Kestrel Trail, Ridgeline Trail to the “Le Mourne Viewpoint) and we walked in total 1,5 hours. We enjoyed 👍🏻 our trip walking through the retored native nature. 💟 Peter & Gaby
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Herbertw440
May 2, 2026
Great time to think and observe - The tour started after a council by the friendly personnel in the visitor centre. Upwards I used the trails. Signs on the way give relevant background information. Even at noon it's worthwhile.
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Cruiser81240
Apr 13, 2026
Superb activity to do absolutely! - We made the Jeep tour with friends with children including 1 baby. The young guide was very interesting throughout the visit. She took the time to show us geckos on trees or explain several trees in the reserve. The driver was also very nice. It was exciting!
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Scubajason
Mar 31, 2026
Insightful guided trek - A really worthwhile experience visiting the Ebony Forest restoration project. The guide was really knowledgeable and gave us loads of insight into the history of the Mauritian ecosystem and the work to restore it from centuries of destruction. The hike is fairly intense, in places very open and extremely hot in the sun. The route to the top peak is hard going even if you consider yourself “gym fit” but well worth the effort for the panoramic views around the island. We walked with a family who had a young child with them. The guide was amazing with her and kept her going long after a lot of kids legs would have given up (they didn’t go up to the top peak). Take good shoes, lots of water and plenty of insect repellent. If you don’t enjoy a hard walk, the jeep tour would be an excellent alternative.
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Christinegv3950qp
Mar 3, 2026
A hike with a purpose - Our hike at Ebony Forest was so much more than a beautiful walk in nature — it was an experience with meaning. From the moment we arrived, we could see the passion behind this incredible conservation project. The trails are well maintained and wind through restored native forest, with breathtaking views over Chamarel and the southwest coast. Along the way, we learned about the endemic plants and birds of Mauritius, and the inspiring work being done to restore what was once lost. What makes this visit truly special is knowing that every ticket directly supports the NGO behind Ebony Forest. Your visit helps fund native forest restoration, species recovery, conservation training, and climate change adaptation efforts. It feels good to know that simply by hiking, you are actively contributing to protecting Mauritius’ unique biodiversity. The guides are knowledgeable and genuinely enthusiastic, sharing stories of rare species and ongoing rewilding efforts. It’s inspiring to see conservation in action — not just talked about, but lived every day. If you are looking for one of the most meaningful things to do in Mauritius, this is it. Stunning scenery, fascinating insights, and the chance to make a positive impact — all in one unforgettable experience. Highly recommend.
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Ledesigner
Feb 4, 2026
GREAT EXPERIENCE - We chose the Jeep tour. It may not be the + ecological, but bcp more relaxing than walking in intense heat (plus it climbs hard at times). The guide was very good, we learned bcp!! To do absolutely! In addition, you will contribute to the restoration and maintenance of the remaining 3% of the island's primary forest.
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Departure63275601021
Jun 4, 2026
Beyond words !✨️ - Worth the view at the end of the hike !Big thanks to Mr Damien,very knowledgeable and compassionate about nature.Will surely come for another day !Thanks to the team !Great job ahead.✨️
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).