Do I need a guide to hike in Mauritius?

Several of the island's best-known routes, including Le Morne Brabant, sit on private or protected land where a licensed guide is required or strongly recommended. A guided hike also handles access, navigation and timing.

When is the best season for hiking in Mauritius?

The cooler, drier months from roughly May to November are the most comfortable for hiking, though routes run year round. Check current conditions with your operator before you go.

What should I bring on a hike in Mauritius?

Sturdy closed shoes, water, sun protection and a light rain layer cover most routes. Your operator confirms anything specific to the trail you choose.

Hiking in Mauritius.

From the Le Morne Brabant climb to the ridges above Black River Gorges, guided hiking in Mauritius reaches viewpoints and valleys you cannot drive to.

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Hiking at Black-River Gorges

3h · Riverview Commercial Center / Black River Gorges, Black River Gorges (Lower Entrance)

Rs 2,300 / person4.9

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Hiking in Mauritius.

From the Le Morne Brabant climb to the ridges above Black River Gorges, guided hiking in Mauritius reaches viewpoints and valleys you cannot drive to.

Choose your tour

Family Friendly

Hiking at Black-River Gorges

3h · Riverview Commercial Center / Black River Gorges, Black River Gorges (Lower Entrance)

Rs 2,300 / person4.9

Hiking in Mauritius | Guided Tours on Le Morne & Beyond | Andeor

Guided Hike at Tamarind Falls - Half Day

Half-day · Tamarin Bay

Rs 2,000 / person4.9

Le Morne Brabant Hike – The Original Guided Tour

3.5-4.5 hrs · Le Morne

Rs 2,300 / person4.9

Cascade 500 Pieds - Guided Hike

Guided tour · Alexandra Falls Car Park

Rs 3,200 / person4.9

Discover the Wild South - Guided Hike

3 - 3.5 hrs · Gris Gris Public Beach Parking lot

Rs 2,300 / person4.9

Pieter Both - Exclusive Guided Climb (2 Guests Only)

4-5 hrs · Pieter Both

Rs 16,000 / person4.9

Sunrise Hike at Le Morne Brabant

3.5-4.5 hrs · Le Morne

Rs 2,300 / person4.9

Guided Hike at Tamarind Falls - Full Day

5h · Henrietta Branch Road / Tamarind Falls, Tamarin Bay

Rs 3,300 / person4.9

Endemics of Mauritius: A Curated Walk (Bird-Watching)

Guided tour · Mauritius

Rs 3,300 / person4.9

La Tourelle Hike – Panoramic Summit Experience

4h · Tamarin, Rivière Noire, Mauritius

Rs 2,600 / person4.9

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a guide to hike in Mauritius?: Several of the island's best-known routes, including Le Morne Brabant, sit on private or protected land where a licensed guide is required or strongly recommended. A guided hike also handles access, navigation and timing.
When is the best season for hiking in Mauritius?: The cooler, drier months from roughly May to November are the most comfortable for hiking, though routes run year round. Check current conditions with your operator before you go.
What should I bring on a hike in Mauritius?: Sturdy closed shoes, water, sun protection and a light rain layer cover most routes. Your operator confirms anything specific to the trail you choose.