Ebony Forest Tailor Made Package
Location | South West |
Operating Hours | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Operating Days | All Days |
Duration | Flexible |
Activity Time | Flexible |
Transportation | Included in price |
Tailor Made Adventure at Ebony Forest - Overview
Set your explorer's spirit free with our Tailor Made Ebony Forest Package, designed to let you customise your adventure in one of Mauritius’ most untouched natural settings, once home to Dodos.
Take your pick from a variety of unique experiences, including forest tours, birdwatching and a breathtaking sundowner.
Experiences available for this DIY package at Ebony Forest:
- Choose from a wide variety of activities at Ebony Forest
- Opportunity to see some of the rarest fauna & flora in Mauritius
- Enjoy a guided tour of the forest by taking a hike or taking a drive
- Spot endemic birds like the Pink Pigeon during a guided Birdwatching Tour
- Plant and label your own love tree & enjoy a 4x4 jeep tour through the forest
- Guided tour on a 300m raised walkway through the well-preserved Ebony Forest
- Experience a spectacular sunset on the west coast
- Embark on a history trip at the reserve’s museum
Customise your Ebony Forest package:
- Ebony Forest Discovery Tour (Take a Hike or Take a Drive)
- 4-hour Guided Birdwatching Tour & Hike through Ebony Forest
- 2-Hour Guided Love Tree Tour (Plant Your Own Endemic Tree)
- Sublime Sundowner - Guided Tour & Open-Air Safari at night
Your experience at Ebony Forest includes:
- Access to self-guided hiking trails
- Film in English (6 mins) or French (8 mins) about the island’s wildlife
- Visit of museum to learn our island’s history of endemic plants and animals
- Spectacular view of the mountains & tropic birds
- Access to the boutique, ecology centre and toilets (wheelchair accessible)
Transport is available for an additional supplement and will include pick up and drop off from any hotel / place of accommodation in Mauritius.
You can choose from a selection of vehicles types:
All drivers speak fluent English and French (Upon special request we can organise drivers who speak additional languages). The drivers, citizens of Mauritius, will be happy to provide you with information about Mauritius and each of its sights.
All drivers are very professional, time efficient and friendly. There is high emphasis on being always on time and providing reliable devoted service to customers.
Chamarel, South West Region
Ebony Forest Operating Hours: | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Activity Time: | For more information on times and duration of activities, please refer to the “Full Description”. |
Discover the Hidden Wonders of Ebony Forest: A Unique DIY Adventure
At Ebony Forest, every moment is an opportunity to connect with nature’s beauty. Our customisable package invites you to explore the forest's gems at your own pace.
Learn more about each unique experience below and design your personal wildlife adventure.
Ebony Forest Discovery Tour
Experience the lush beauty of Ebony Forest with the Discovery Tour. Opt for the “Take a Hike” option to tackle exhilarating trails and enjoy panoramic views from the summit of Piton Canot, or choose the “Take a Drive” option for a more leisurely exploration, discovering the forest’s highlights from the comfort of a jeep with scenic stops along the way.
Take a Hike
- Activity Time: 09:30 - 16:00
- Total Duration: 1 - 4 hours
- Guided Flycatcher Raised Walkway Tour: every 30 minutes
- Last departure time to walk up Piton Canot: 16:00
It is recommended to arrive latest at 14h30 to access all areas of the site
Take a Drive
- Activity Time: 09:30 - 15:30
- Total Duration: 2 hours
- Jeep Tour Times: 09:30, 11:30, 13:30 & 15:30
- Guided Flycatcher Raised Walkway Tour: every 30 minutes
- Maximum group size for “Take a Drive” option: 9 persons
Guided Birdwatching Tour through Ebony Forest
Are you an avid bird watcher who delights in spotting diverse bird species or simply enjoys their sweet chirping in their natural habitats? If yes, then get ready for an exclusive Guided Birdwatching Tour in one of the rare sanctuaries in Mauritius that shelters endemic birds.
Led by passionate bird conservationists, this private tour offers you the unique opportunity to observe some of the rare bird species such as the Echo Parakeet, Pink Pigeon, Paradise Flycatcher, Mauritius Bulbul, and the striking white-tailed tropicbird.
- Operational Days: All days
- Activity Time: 09:00 - 17:00
- Duration: Flexible
- Minimum number of participants: 2
Guided Love Tree Tour at Ebony Forest - Plant Your Own Endemic Tree
This experience includes a guided tour through the forest in a 4x4 jeep, access to self-guided hiking trails and walk along the Raised Walkway to Sublime Point. The highlight? Planting and labelling your own endemic love tree!
Ideal for those wishing to express their feeling or as a thoughtful gift for a nature lover, this package will help you discover nature at its finest, save endangered species and offset your carbon footprint - all in the name of love.
- Operational Days: Everyday
- Activity Time: 09:30, 11:30, 13:30 or 15:30
- Duration: Around 2 Hours
- Minimum number of participants: 2 adults
- To be noted, the tree planting takes approx. 10 minutes, while the full Love Tree Tour (including the 4x4 jeep ride) lasts about 2 hours.
Ebony Forest Sublime Sundowner - Guided Tour & Open-Air Safari
The Sublime Sundowner tour allows you to enjoy an afternoon guided visit of Ebony Forest, a 30-min tour on the raised walkway to the Sublime Point followed by an open-air safari through the forest at night.
When all other visitors have gone home, relax and watch a beautiful sunset with a drink in hand from the romantic Sublime Point of the nature reserve.
- Operational Days: Everyday
- Activity Time: 15:30 - 17:30/18:30 (end time may vary)
- Duration: 3-4 hours
- Minimum number of participants: 2 adults
- You can request a later jeep tour in summer (1st November – 31 March) as the sun sets later. Should you wish to do some hiking, come earlier. If you just want to watch the sunset then this is also possible.
Additional Info about the Ebony Forest
Ebony Forest
Ebony Forest is a vital conservation area in Mauritius, committed to preserving the island’s unique plants and wildlife. Key achievements include:
- 41,000+ endemic and native plants planted
- 16 hectares of forest weeded & planted
- Ecology Centre established
- Reintroduction of Pink Pigeon and Echo Parakeet
- Protection of over 140 endemic species
- Natural history museum created
- Sanctuary for threatened plants and animals
Profit generated from ecotourism activities are reinvested into the conservation of the flora and fauna, which has been ongoing since 2006.
Flycatcher Raised Walkway - A guide will lead you on the 300m Flycatcher raised walkway with 113 steps up and 142 down that you'll barely notice during your visit.
Sublime Point - As its name indicates, it is simply Sublime and offers one of the best views in Mauritius, if not THE best. Admire the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Le Morne and the Pieter Both mountain while fruit bats and tropic birds soar along the ridgeline.
- You can access the raised walkway either from the Ridgeline Trail, Piton Canot Trail or at the safari jeep drop off point.
- Clients are requested to descend from Sublime Point before 17:00.
- Snacks can be bought at Sublime Point.
Safari Jeeps - Safari jeeps at Ebony Forest take you from the Flycatcher Raised Walkway to Sublime Point and back to the Visitor Centre—just make sure to pre-book for the ride!
- Activity Time: 9:30, 11:30, 13:30 or 15:30
- Each jeep has limited capacity so availability is not guaranteed; additional charges may apply.
- Walking through the Ebony forest is recommended for a more immersive experience.
Museum - The Ebony Forest museum is where you can witness 8 million years of the island’s history, including the history of the unique animals and plants that inhabited Mauritius.
Plant Nursery - Visit the only nursery in Mauritius dedicated to propagating only native and endemic species, specialising in growing species from coastal to upland areas, including rare and threatened species.
Boutique - Your visit and any purchase in the onsite Shop have a hand in helping offset carbon and save endangered species from extinction.
- Sunscreen
- Hat/cap
- Mosquito Repellent
- Bottle of water
- Hiking or sports shoes
- Camera
Ebony Forest Discovery Tour - Take a Hike | |
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Price per Adult | 9 Euros |
Price per Child (ages 5-17) | 6 Euros |
Ebony Forest Discovery Tour - Take a Drive | |
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Price per Adult | 28 Euros |
Price per Child (ages 5-17) | 17 Euros |
Sublime Sundowner | |
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Price per Adult | 75 Euros |
Price per Child (ages 5-17) | 42 Euros |
Love Tree Tour - Plant Your Own Endemic Tree | |
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Price per Adult (Min 2 Adults Required) | 34 Euros |
Price per Child (ages 5-17) | 26 Euros |
Birdwatching & Hike at Ebony Forest | |
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Price per Adult (Min 2 Adults Required) | 45 Euros |
Price per Child (ages 5-17) | 28 Euros |
All activities, including the Ebony Forest Discovery Tour, Birdwatching Tour, Love Tree Tour and Sublime Sundowner, follow the same route but each offers a different experience.
Note: Activity time will be subject to the time slots available at the park. If clients miss their specific time slot booked, there will be no money refund or rescheduling.
Please note that the day schedule should be planned taking into consideration of the following points:
Rules and Regulations