A Journey Through Endemic Wildlife
Your adventure begins with an educational visit to the natural history museum, setting the stage for the wonders that lie ahead. As you venture into the forest, you will visit the private bird release aviaries, offering an exclusive opportunity to witness the successful conservation efforts for the Pink Pigeon and Echo Parakeet. Guided by experts who know the birds’ territories intimately, you will learn to identify their distinctive calls and behaviors.
Elevated Forest Walkways
One of the highlights of the Birdwatching and Hiking at Ebony Forest is the Flycatcher Raised Walkway. This impressive structure lifts you more than four meters above the forest floor, providing a unique, mid-canopy perspective of the towering ebony trees, rare orchids, and passing birdlife. It is a serene and immersive way to experience the forest from a completely different angle.
The Spectacular Sublime Point
The hike culminates at Sublime Point, a breathtaking vantage point that rewards your efforts with sweeping panoramic views of the western coastline. On a clear day, you can see iconic landmarks such as Le Morne Brabant, Ile aux Benitiers, and the highest peak, Piton de la Rivière Noire. Here, you can relax with complimentary local drinks and vegetarian snacks while watching the Mauritian Fruit Bats soaring below and the White-tailed Tropic Birds performing aerial acrobatics above.
What is Included
•3 to 4-hour guided birdwatching and forest excursion
•Access to the natural history museum and wildlife documentary
•Guided walk on the impressive Flycatcher Raised Walkway
•Private visit to the bird release aviaries
•Refreshments (local drinks and vegetarian snacks) at Sublime Point
•In-depth insights into the island’s conservation and rewilding efforts
