Ebony Forest Reserve
Ebony Forest Reserve
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Ebony Forest, is a refuge for threatened native flora and fauna. Visitors will be treated to open-air safari jeep rides, breathtaking views from Sublime Point and mid-canopy walkways. Book your Guided Safari jeep ride through our Take a Drive Tour or Take a Hike Tour through our unique forest. Our Reserve is on the same way as the Seven Coloured Earth but not part of the Geopark. Moreover it is not necessary to purchase a ticket for the Seven Coloured Earth Geopark if you are visiting only Ebony Forest.
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Antoine K
Port Louis116 contributions
Nov 2021 • Friends
Nice walk with pretty views. Lots of indigenous trees, ebony tree, plants. Conservation. 2-3 hours leisurely walk in nature with fresh air. Family outings. There is also a small museum about the plants and trees in the forest and evolution of Mauritius fauna, plants and trees. Also a small souvenir shop and a restaurant.
Written 12 February 2022
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Thank you for your review and visit.
Written 25 February 2022
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Igor R
Ptuj, Slovenia261 contributions
Jul 2022
We took a 4x4 jeep with tourguide and went to visit this forest reserve. Nice hike in true nature. There is also exhibition- museum to learn more about mauritius , ebony and flora and fauna in mauritius
Written 2 August 2022
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We thank you for your visit and contribution to our conservation project.
Written 4 August 2022
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mappiasmat
42 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Damien and Shane showed us all different Ebony trees and explained this beautiful project. We planted a tree, saw the museum, walked through the forest and had a magnificant view over the sea. Damien and Shane, thank you.
Written 24 October 2023
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We thank you for your visit and support to our project. We will pass on the message to Damien and Shane.
Written 14 November 2023
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Freddes
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates1,391 contributions
Oct 2021
This is really the place worth visiting if you go to Chamarel.
There is a wonderful hike to go up to the top, worth the effort to access a great view point on the coast.
This is an educative walk so you get plenty of details about the plants and such, and can have a free guided tour on a suspended platform about the endemic plant species that can only be found in this natural reserve.
For the lazy ones, there are some Jeeps which can take you up or down, but I would really recommend the walk by the cliff, which is absolutely stunning.
There is a wonderful hike to go up to the top, worth the effort to access a great view point on the coast.
This is an educative walk so you get plenty of details about the plants and such, and can have a free guided tour on a suspended platform about the endemic plant species that can only be found in this natural reserve.
For the lazy ones, there are some Jeeps which can take you up or down, but I would really recommend the walk by the cliff, which is absolutely stunning.
Written 24 October 2021
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We thank you for your visit and support to our project!
Written 31 October 2021
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Louise F
Amsterdam, The Netherlands408 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
The Ebony Forest was the highlight of our trip to Mauritius. We got very lucky with Avesh as our tour guide through the Raised Walkway. He was super knowledgeable and easily answered all questions we had related to the conservation efforts and ecology in general. It’s clear that he’s passionate about his job and who could blame him - the work being done at the Ebony Forest is amazing. Not only are they replanting Ebony trees, but they are also trying to remove non-native flora and fauna and restore the area to the way it was hundreds of years ago. It has to be seen to fully appreciate what a painstaking task this is.
I think the Ebony Forest is an attraction that everyone can enjoy. It was the best bit of Chamarel by far. There is a museum at the beginning of the walk which is also highly recommended.
I think the Ebony Forest is an attraction that everyone can enjoy. It was the best bit of Chamarel by far. There is a museum at the beginning of the walk which is also highly recommended.
Written 15 June 2022
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We are pleased that we could make the highlight of your visit to Mauritius. We thank you for your contribution to our project.
Written 19 June 2022
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CheongNg
Cambridge, Canada24 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
Endemic Birding Tour. Recommended by Pamela from Cathay Tours. With a 13 yo and 80+ parents, the tour was one of wonder, teamwork, effort and rewarded with some lifers, viewing endemic species(native exclusively to Mauritius), and an educational balance of conservation, eco tourism, and shared experiences.
Avish was nothing short of professional, patient, and knowledgeable.
Highly recommended for birders and non-birders alike. Be prepared for rain and or sun, eco friendly repellent sold in the gift store, and memorable photos.
Avish was nothing short of professional, patient, and knowledgeable.
Highly recommended for birders and non-birders alike. Be prepared for rain and or sun, eco friendly repellent sold in the gift store, and memorable photos.
Written 7 July 2023
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We thank you for sharing your birding experience with us. We are glad that Avish provided you with an unforgettable moment at our reserve. Thank you for your review and contribution to our project.
Written 12 July 2023
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JulieD
3 contributions
Mar 2023
The drive is relatively short, bringing us to the walkway through the forest, this immersive walk through the trees is magical. The canopy is dense; no problems with vertigo as some have feared.
Our guide was very informative; we had not imagined that such a high proportion of the lush greenery we see in Mauritius is not endemic. it was great to hear about the work being done to plant more ebony trees from seeds collected on the site.
He also took us to an incredible viewpoint over the island. Magnificent!
This was a brilliant and memorable experience.
Oh, and there's a great information centre and a really nice gift shop, too.
For those who question the "greeness" of the jeep tours, the forest would not have been accessible to me without this, it's not just for the lazy as some reviewers have implied.
Our guide was very informative; we had not imagined that such a high proportion of the lush greenery we see in Mauritius is not endemic. it was great to hear about the work being done to plant more ebony trees from seeds collected on the site.
He also took us to an incredible viewpoint over the island. Magnificent!
This was a brilliant and memorable experience.
Oh, and there's a great information centre and a really nice gift shop, too.
For those who question the "greeness" of the jeep tours, the forest would not have been accessible to me without this, it's not just for the lazy as some reviewers have implied.
Written 10 April 2023
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We thank you for your visit and contribution to our project. As you mentioned the jeep tour is available for people who cannot access our reserve on foot. The jeep tours have been reduced significantly to only 4 tours a day to reduce the impact of the vehicle.
Written 11 April 2023
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Candi
Barcelona, Spain210 contributions
Mar 2022
Our birdwatching tour at Ebony Forest was incredible. At Ebony Forest, they are putting countless efforts into the reintroduction of the native flora and fauna of Mauritius.
Our guide was passionate and knowledgeable, which really enabled us to leave the tour with so many learnings. What they're doing here is truly a wonderful project and the view from the top of the birdwatching forest hike is breathtaking.
The Endemic Birdwatching Tour at Ebony Forest can't be recommended enough!
Our guide was passionate and knowledgeable, which really enabled us to leave the tour with so many learnings. What they're doing here is truly a wonderful project and the view from the top of the birdwatching forest hike is breathtaking.
The Endemic Birdwatching Tour at Ebony Forest can't be recommended enough!
Written 8 May 2022
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Written 9 May 2022
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Jill D
Hebden Bridge, UK34 contributions
Sept 2019
Wonderfull walks set out within the trees. Followed by amazing wood fired pizza in the cafe. If you are unable to walk there is a open land rover to take you to the top. The views are awesome
Written 12 February 2020
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Written 16 February 2020
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nessy
Rugby, UK22 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
A fantastic jeep tour through this amazing forest that’s being restored to its natural state. Guide was amazing and knowledgeable and all staff very friendly. A unique eco sustainable tourist visit an absolute must do.
Written 3 April 2023
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We are pleased you enjoyed your visit at our reserve. Thank you for your review and contribution to our project.
Written 5 April 2023
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Hi, can you just pay to enter and walk around yourself, or do you need to book a tour?
Thanks
Written 17 September 2024
Hi are you able to travel to the ebony forest via public transport ie bus,
Written 30 December 2019
Hello, you can reach Chamarel through Public transport, however from the Seven coloured earth gate, it's 3.5km to our reserve. You do not have any bus on this road.
Written 4 January 2020
Hello,
I would like very much to visit the reserve but I have a bad back. I am concerned that travelling in a jeep maybe too much for me if the route is particularly bumpy. As I also have weak joints I could only manage a small climb.
How physically able do you have to be for this trip? Are the roads really bumpy? Are the climbs steep?
Thanks
Written 9 April 2019
Hi the road is very steep, a hard climb. It is a tar road so not too bumpy but you have to hold on tight as you will be shaken about. Steps at the beginning, steps during the tree walk, and a walk at the top.
Written 10 April 2019
I would like more information on the ebony tree forest restoration project.
Written 27 November 2018
Hello, Our forest restoration project is a long term project started in 2006 by Mr & Mrs Griffiths, our aim is to restore the native forest over the 50 Ha of the reserve, so far it is 14 Ha that have been restored. By restoring the forest, we have to keep the biodiversity present in the pristine forest of Mauritius. Hence we have been re-introducing the endemic birds of Mauritius namely the Pink pigeon and the Echo parakeet during the past year and the project is still in process. This project takes a really long time and this is why we opened to the public to make them aware of the importance of preserving our native forest, learn more about it and get the funding to continue the restoration work. We are open everyday to the public.
Written 28 November 2018
Can anyone please recommend a guide reference and how much to expect by person with jeep tour ?
Written 1 August 2018
The ticket includes a jeep tour and a guide for the initial and more flora-rich part of the tour. Then it is self-discovery for the rest of the park. I think it is a good formula.
Non-resident ticket price is about 12/6 Euros per adult / child (3-12 years).
Written 1 August 2018
Hello, you can still use the jeeps for the kids, which is included in our ticket price. Our raised walkways are accessible even if not equipped with hiking gears.
Written 22 March 2018
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