Plant a tree and leave a legacy in an endemic forest
Every love tree tells a story, what will yours be? Are you looking for a romantic activity that will have a lasting impact? Whether you are on your honeymoon or just want to remind your partner, friend, mother or father, just how special they are, come and plant a love tree at Ebony Forest. You will be helping save endangered species and offset your carbon footprint all in the name of love.
Overview
Suitable for:
couples, honeymooners, friends and families wishing to celebrate their feelings, remember someone or as a birthday gift for a nature lover.
Group size:
minimum 2 adults.
Duration:
2 hours.
Distance:
0.7 km
Booking:
book online or call. Tours depart at set times: 9:30, 11:30, 13:30, 15:30
Buying your ticket:
purchase your ticket either online to benefit from 10 % discount or when you visit.
Resident Rates:
Adult: Rs 1500
5-17 years: Rs 1100
0-4 years: free of charge
Non-Resident Rates:
Adult: Rs 1900
5-17 years: Rs 1300
0-4 years: free of charge
Bird watching
See some of the World’s rarest birds and wildlife during your endemic bird-watching tour
Prepare for a very special and unique birding experience among one of the most magnificent ebony forests and few places in Mauritius where six of the nine remaining endemic birds call home. Ebony Forest is an Important Bird Area, as listed by BirdLife International. So you have come to the right place if you want to do a bit of bird watching.
Overview
Suitable for:
children and adults of all ages.
Group size:
minimum 2 adults.
Distance:
4.8 km.
Duration:
3 – 4 hours.
Booking:
is necessary. Tours start at 9am.
Resident Rates (min. 2 adults):
Adult: Rs 1800
5-17 years: Rs 1100
0-4 years: free of charge
Non-Resident Rates (min. 2 adults):
Adult: Rs 2000
5-17 years: Rs 1300
0-4 years: free of charge
take a hike
Discover the endemic wildlife of mauritius at chamarel
If you have ever wondered where the Dodo lived or what Mauritius looked like before the arrival of humans, then visit Ebony Forest. Escape the beaches for a couple of hours and immerse yourself in the mountains and greenery of Chamarel, home to some of the most endangered species in the World.
Overview
Suitable for:
all ages, families, groups and couples.
Group size:
no restrictions.
Distance:
2.3 km – 6.1 km, depending on your route.
Buying your ticket:
Purchase your ticket either online to benefit from 10 % discount or when you visit.
Duration:
1 – 4 hours, depending on if you hike up Piton Canot
Booking:
Not necessary.
Resident Rates:
Adult: Rs 360
5-17 years: Rs 220
0-4 years: free of charge
Resident group rate (>10 persons): Adult Rs 325, Child Rs Rs 200
Non-Resident Rates:
Adult: Rs 460
5-17 years: Rs 280
0-4 years: free of charge
take a drive
Enjoy a guided safari jeep tour to discover the endemic biodiversity of Mauritius
Take an adventure through one of the last remaining ebony forests in Mauritius, all in the comfort of a safari jeep. One of our passionate guides will accompany you throughout your safari and will delight in highlighting the uniqueness and rarity of our island’s biodiversity.
Overview
Suitable for:
all ages, families, groups and couples.
Group size:
maximum 8 persons
Distance:
0.5 km walk along the Flycatcher Forest and Sublime Point raised walkways.
Buying your ticket:
Purchase your ticket online to benefit from 10 % discount.
Duration:
2 hours.
Booking:
book online or call. Tours depart at set times: 9:30, 11:30, 13:30, 15:30
Resident Rates:
Adult: Rs 900
5-17 years: Rs 600
0-4 years: free of charge
Non-Resident Rates:
Adult: Rs 1300
5-17 years: Rs 900
0-4 years: free of charge
Guided Trek
Cultural hike into the wild!
Take a trek with one of our experienced guides and discover how the island’s geological and colonial history has shaped the surrounding landscapes. See and learn about the villages of La Gaulette, Case Noyale and Chamarel, how the island’s volcanoes, deer ranching and sugar cane production have influenced today’s landscape.
Overview
Suitable for:
children and adults of all ages.
Group size:
minimum 2 adults.
Duration:
3 – 4 hours.
Distance:
5 – 6 km
Booking:
is necessary. Tours start at 9am.
Resident Rates:
Adult: Rs 1800
5-17 years: Rs 1100
0-4 years: free of charge
Non-Resident Rates:
Adult: Rs 2000
5-17 years: Rs 1300
0-4 years: free of charge
Sublime Sundowner
Enjoy an exclusive sunset over the Indian Ocean at the best viewpoint in Mauritius
Few things are more invigorating that watching a sunset. Mauritian sunsets are stunning. But Mauritian sunsets observed from the tranquillity of a private mountain top, with a drink in one hand, are unforgettable. This once-in-a-lifetime experience is a must. Enjoy an afternoon visit to Ebony Forest and when all other visitors have gone home, relax and watch the changing colours and transformation of the west coast from the private vantage point of our nature reserve.
Overview
Suitable for:
adults of all ages, couples, families, groups, corporates.
Group size:
minimum 2 adults.
Duration:
2 -3 hours.
Distance:
0.5 – 6 km, depending on if you hike earlier in the afternoon.
Booking:
is necessary.
Buying your ticket:
purchase your ticket either online to benefit from 10 % discount or when you visit.
Resident Rates (min. 2 adults):
Adult: Rs 3300
5-17 years: Rs 1800
0-4 years: free of charge
For large groups call or email us for a discounted rate.
Non-Resident Rates (min. 2 adults):
Adult: Rs 3600
5-17 years: Rs 2000
0-4 years: free of charge
Green Loop
Overview
Suitable for:
all ages, families, groups and couples. The Visitor Centre is accessible to wheel- and push- chair users. If you need assistance, please contact us for advice.
Group size:
no restrictions. If you are a large group, please contact us in advance.
Duration:
25 mins
Distance:
250 m
Booking:
not necessary. We request that large groups and persons with access difficulties contact us in advance.
Buying your ticket:
Purchase your ticket either online to benefit from 10 % discount or when you visit.
Resident Rates:
Adult: Rs 240
5-17 years: Rs 180
0-4 years: free of charge
Non-Resident Rates:
Adult: Rs 240
5-17 years: Rs 180
0-4 years: free of charge
Schools
Using the forest as a classroom, we provide primary and secondary nature education programmes
Inspire curiosity in your pupils and champion the next conservationists. We offer a wide range of bespoke school outings for pre-primary, primary and secondary school children. Our outdoor learning opportunities cover a range of topics such as history, science, literacy, maths, and geography. Discover our Natural History Museum, partake in tree planting and plant propagation activities. Call or email for more information.
Green Team Fun
The perfect place for your corporate end of year event and green team-building activities.
Make a day of it, or simply half a day! We all spend way too much time indoors, bending over a desk or simply not getting enough Vitamin D. Join our energetic team for fun-filled interactive activities that will re-energise your employees, enhance collaboration between colleagues and heighten awareness about the importance of Mauritius biodiversity.
Overview
Duration:
half a day or full day.
Booking:
essential. Contact us to plan a fun filled day in the heart of Chamarel.
Food and drink:
call us to plan your lunch and refreshments.
Rates:
Adult: Rs 400
Small acts