Ebony Forest Reserve Chamarel: Endemic Birdwatching Guided Tour
Overview
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4 hours
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• Private guided visit to the bird release aviaries to see the rare Pink Pigeon and Echo Parakeet feed in the wild
• See some of the world’s rarest birds and wildlife: Mauritius Kestrel, Pink Pigeon, Echo Parakeet, Mauritius Flycatcher, Black Bulbul, Grey white-eye
• Experienced and passionate guides
• Spot White-tailed tropic birds, Mascarene swallows, Mascarene swiftlets and Mauritius flying foxes soaring in the air
• Enjoy a selection of local drinks and Mauritian snacks at the breath-taking Sublime Point
• Bespoke tour to accommodate your needs. You can hike or drive different sections as you choose
• Visit the museum, written and illustrated by British palaeontologist, bird expert and artist, and critically acclaimed co-author of Lost Land of the Dodo, Dr Julian Hume.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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. On your 3-4 hour guided tour in this Important Bird Area, as listed by BirdLife International, you will have the opportunity to spot some of the World’s rarest birds, such as the Pink Pigeon, Echo Parakeet, Mauritius Paradise Flycatcher, Mauritius Black Bulbul (also known as the merle), Mauritius Kestrel, and Grey-white eye. Your 3-4 hour guided bird watching tour starts with a brief visit of the museum and an exclusive visit of the bird release aviaries to spot the wild Echo Parakeet and Pink Pigeon. Discover how Ebony Forest is committed to saving endemic birds and observe the forest restoration efforts to recreate large areas of native forest. Walk or use the safari jeeps to visit the Flycatcher Raised Walkway and Sublime Point. Savour Mauritian delights at Sublime Point while your guide highlights the mountains and rugged scenery of the wild south. A minimum of 2 adults is required to carry out the activity.
What‘s Included
Binoculars
Snacks and drink
Camera
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Ebony Forest Reserve Chamarel: Endemic Birdwatching Guided Tour
Reviews
54 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Our field trip
junetE3662IS,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was top and it is thanks to our guide Anaelle, thank you very much to her, she is very kind and she explains very well. I hope to have him as a guide next time. I recommend 100% ☺️
Amazing
Wander05646583491,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really fun activity to do with family and friends especially if you like hiking.
Great adventure
anndolynh,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an amazing and beautiful visit. We came here with our Travel and Tourism class and we had such a good time, its definitely not a waste of time if y'all want to come. There are amazing plants and birds! The tortoises were so cute also! I thank the tour guide, Miss Anaelle. She was lovely and did her work so well. I will come back for sure! Definitely recommended for the people who loves nature and adventures! ❤️
Love
Sunshine63991018917,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Reconnected with nature 🫰 This was amazing, loved the tour guide smm!!!!! Shes so sweet and mentioned so many things i didnt know, I believe it was Annaelle, this was an amazing experience, I hope i can come again 😄
Hidden Gem!
jacquifryer83,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went on the Bird Watching Tour at Ebony Forest. It was fantastic. Our guide Damien was very knowledgeable and accommodating. I learned a lot about the history of Mauritius especially in regards to the biodiversity & endemic birds. It was a bit of a tough hike as you go up the mountain to try & get best views for the Mauritian Kestrel but worth it at the top. Just need good fitness. There are surprises along the way! Chamarel Waterfalls are also just nearby! Highly recommend if you are in Mauritius!
Very nice project....
20111E,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We arrived late, we came from the north of the island, but Brice , our Mauritian baby guide, was waiting for us...with a smile. A beautiful discovery in a wild forest , in protection and reconstruction... A.view of the Gaulette and the breathtaking Grand Mirne....
Magic Walk
73rachaelh,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband (who is 85) is a keen bird watcher and I was concerned about his ability to do the entire walk; however our guide Johanna, was not only patient but fully understanding and in the end we completed everything that we wanted to do and saw just about all the species that we wanted to see (we dipped on the Kestrel). We cannot praise our guide nearly enough, and we would thoroughly recommend this walk (with Johanna) for those birders wishing to see those Mauritius endemics (we had 8 in 3 hours plus White Tailed Tropic Bird). The scenery and views are stunning too.
Great bird watching experience (if you're fit!)
Anne-marie28,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00As avid bird watchers, we booked this trip. We were there with one other couple. The guide Damien Lecordier, was amazing. He did his best to bring the birds in closer by mimicking their call as we went through the dense forest, and it brought results as we managed to see six out of the seven birds. The boardwalk under the trees gave us a bit of respite and we learnt about the trees and rodent control. Unfortunately, we chose a very hot and humid day and I struggled towards the end as it was very steep in some areas. It was worth it though as when we reached the top, we had amazing views, and they supplied refreshment ready for the journey down. My fitbit clocked nearly 6 miles and it took 5 hours (not the 3-4 hrs). Thank you Damien for a wonderful experience - and for being patient towards the end when I was struggling!
Great tour with knowledgeable guide.
Richard S,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic trip with some wonderful views and great birdlife. Our guide was very informative and knowledgeable. We started with a litlle talk about the evolution of Mauritius, explaining how the island was formed and about the endemic species on the island. We saw the work the Forest Reserve are doing to re-establish endangered birds and then walked around the forest. It's not for the 'unfit' as we did about 5 miles - mostly it seemed uphill! Flycatchers were abundant and very curious. Other wildlife included Geckos, bugs and snails. Great views at the final stop. We would do the trip again without question.
Informative, pleasant tour in the forest
nandhd,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a very informative and pleasant tour through the Ebony Forrest reserve in Mauritius. The tour was part of a day trip with Kreola Tours. Our guide Damien was pleasant and knowledgeable. We learned some interesting facts about the island and the ebony grown there. One thing to remember - bring insect repellent to keep the mozzies away!
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