Private Tour
Hiking the Black River Gorges: Full-day with Lunch and Transfer
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Come and experience the true beauty of nature in Mauritius on this hiking trip. Feed the adrenaline junkie in you with this package by Freshverde Holidays, which takes you through the lush forests, crossing rivers and admiring absolutely sensational views with a professional guide by your side.
The Black River Gorges is worth visiting for all trekkers, as well as for the pure nature lovers and bird-watchers. Black River Gorges is the largest national park in Mauritius. Famous for its waterfalls, vistas and hiking, the gorge is in the central highlands, making it cooler than much of the island.
The views you will encounter during this hike are breathtaking- a wide, beautiful gorge (canyon) curving dramatically down between a series of mountains; spectacular waterfalls cascading down the hillside with a range of mountains behind them, and many more.
As part of this trip, Lunch will be served, and refueling your energy with the complimentary snacks, Cakes & Juice.
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Please advise of any food allergies or illness
Minimum age requirement: 10 years and above
It is recommended to bring backpack, suitable clothing, swimming clothes and various protections (sun cream, insects’ repellent)
Participants must be medically fit to participate in this hiking trip
Participants must bring additional clothes and should wear non-slippery shoes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Your hiking trip to Black River Gorge begins with a hotel pick-up anywhere in Mauritius. You will meet & be greeted by our certified guide & after boarding to your comfortable vehicle, then set off for your first stop.
Black River Gorges National Park
Located in the hilly southwest of Mauritius, the Black River Gorge extends over an area of 6,754 hectares of the surface of Mauritius Island! With the help of the guides, you will discover Mauritius' natural heritage in this unique area which houses one of the rarest forests in the world. It harbors over 300 species of native and endemic flowering plants and 9 species of birds, which are found only in Mauritius. If the thought of getting worn out is holding you back, then you have nothing to worry about! This is a fairly easy trail that anyone can undertake, irrespective of fitness level. It’s a popular hike among the teens but also the elderly people, requiring no experience whatsoever. This hike will take you into the heart of the indigenous Machabee forest with many panoramic views. Seize this unique chance to learn about the native vegetation as well as the endemic and exotic bird life. The guide will be keen to share interesting insights into the marvelous fauna and flora.
What‘s Included
Photography and Video session
Lunch (Veg or Non Veg Meals)
Bottled water, energy drinks & Mauritian dry snacks
Services of a fully high Qualified Private Guide
Personal safety & Hiking equipments
Private transportation in a fully air-conditioned vehicle
Pick-up and drop-off at any hotel or accommodation in Mauritius
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Hiking the Black River Gorges: Full-day with Lunch and Transfer
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Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Last minute cancelation
andilhorning,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00The tour operator canceled our tour with no explanation at 12:22am when we were supposed to be picked up at 7am (they did refund our money though). We were already asleep and did not see until 5am. It was too late to book a different tour at that point. Very disappointing when we only had 2 days left of vacation and had we known earlier we could have booked a different hiking tour for that day. Do not recommend.
Hilly and hard going at times, but worth the effort
Helen F,,Mar 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We really enjoyed our day, but be aware that the route is pretty strenuous at times. It included some very steep ascents and descents, both of which were slippery where muddy. Our guide wasn't very talkative - he seemed more to see his role as showing us where we were going by walking the route around 20ft or so in front of us, and making sure that we didn't get lost by turning back to check that we were still there and that he wasn't setting the pace too fast, rather than telling us much about what we were seeing. That suited us well, but I can see that it might not be what everyone would be looking for from a guide. The park itself is simply stunning - incredible views, lush vegetation, and some beautiful birds.
Great day in the wood
sarahjQ4691TL,,Mar 18, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day in the wood. Our driver pick us very early at 05.30 at the hotel. It worth the early wake up. We had a great day exploring the black river gorge. Our guide daryo is a great person. Always taking care of us.. we seen plenty of endemic plsnts.. finally, we reach a viewpoint which was out of this world.. food was good.. definitely recommend!!
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