Ebony Forest Tailor Made Package

The island’s biodiversity is wild - literally. Check out our top Ecotourism experiences from nature reserves to forest hikes.

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
• Direct contribution to conservation and reforestation through your visit
• Access to the boutique, ecology centre and toilets (wheelchair accessible)
• Clean toilets available near key viewpoints

Transport is available for an additional supplement and will include pick up and drop off from any hotel / place of accommodation in Mauritius.

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

Opt for the ‘Take a Hike’ option to explore Ebony Forest on foot through the Ridgeline Trail – a shaded forest path offering panoramic views, endemic vegetation, and a truly immersive experience. Or choose the ‘Take a Drive’ option for a more relaxed visit along the sentier aménagé, the concrete access road used by jeeps, where you’ll discover the main highlights through scenic stops and guided explanations.

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.

- Good walking shoes are essential, as the Ridgeline Trail has natural, uneven terrain. Families with small children or visitors with limited mobility are advised to use the jeep or the concrete path instead. For reaching Sublime Point, using the jeep is strongly recommended when visiting with children, as the walk can be tiring and steep in some sections.

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 memorable experience includes a 4x4 guided tour through Ebony Forest, access to self-guided trails (including the Ridgeline Trail and the concrete path), and a walk along the Flycatcher Raised Walkway to Sublime Point.

The highlight? Planting and labelling your own endemic Love Tree.
It’s a meaningful way to express your love, give back to nature, and support reforestation efforts - all while discovering the island’s unique biodiversity.

• Operational Days: Every day
• Activity Time: 09:30, 11:30, 13:30 or 15:30
• Duration: Around 2 Hours
• Minimum number of participants: 2 adults
• The tree planting takes approximately 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-minute 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: Every day
• 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 is 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 - Offers one of Mauritius’ best viewpoints - admire Le Morne, Pieter Both, and fruit bats gliding across the ridge.
You can reach it via the Ridgeline Trail, Piton Canot Trail, or the concrete path from the jeep drop-off point.

• 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 a 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

All activities, including the Ebony Forest Discovery Tour, Birdwatching Tour, Love Tree Tour, and Sublime Sundowner, follow the same general routes — via the Ridgeline Trail or the concrete path — but each provides a unique perspective, from birdwatching to sunset safaris.

Note: Activity times depend on the slot booked. Missed time slots cannot be refunded or rescheduled.

Please plan your visit accordingly:

• Closed: 25 December & 1 January
• Activities or facilities not included in your selected package are available at an additional cost
• Reservations must be made and confirmed at least 48 hours in advance
• Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times; unaccompanied children will be denied access
• Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled activity time
• Comfortable shoes are recommended. For families with young children or visitors with limited mobility, the jeep or concrete path is advised instead of the Ridgeline Trail
• The Flycatcher Raised Walkway reaches heights of over 4 m — please inform staff if you suffer from vertigo

Rules and Regulations

• It is forbidden to bring any illegal substances, alcohol, firearms and/or generally any other object which is likely to be offensive, dangerous and/or is illegal.
• It is forbidden to disturb or harass the animals and tranquillity of Ebony i.e, by musical instruments, audio equipment, screaming, shouting etc.
• It is forbidden and a criminal offence to remove, any animal, plant, part of the landscape and/or any other structure and/or to damage or deface any of the aforesaid.
• It is forbidden for any visitors to picnic, climb stone walls or trees, or litter.
• Any food and drink purchased within Ebony Forest Reserve must be consumed within the designated zones.
• Footwear must be worn at all times. No shirtless/topless dress is allowed. Bottoms must be worn at all times.
• The Sanctuary shall not be responsible whatsoever, for any loss, damage and/or theft of your personal belongings.
• Ebony Forest Reserve is a natural site and hence there are risks from falling branches and steep slopes. It also undergoes active forestry activities. Please pay attention.