Black River Gorges National Park, Mauritius: Address, Phone Number, Black River Gorges National Park Reviews: 4.5/5
Black River Gorges National Park
Black River Gorges National Park
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This 6,574-hectacre natural reserve is filled with hiking trails to observe the indigenous forests and variety of wildlife.
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La Varangue sur Morne
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1.3 km$$ - $$$ • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options • Gluten Free Options
L'Alchimiste
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3.5 km$$$$ • French • International • Vegetarian Friendly
La Rhumerie
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Le Palais de Barbizon
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4.1 km$ • Vegetarian Friendly
La Citronelle Bar-Restaurant
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Les Palmiers Restaurant
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4.2 km$$ - $$$ • Indian • Cajun & Creole • Seafood
Saveur Tropical
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Chez Pierre Paul
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4.2 km$$ - $$$ • Vegetarian Friendly
Chez Ruben Restaurant
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4.3 km$$ - $$$ • Indian • Cajun & Creole • Seafood
La vraie cuisine de Chamarel
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Mauritius190 contributions
Beautiful nature
Feb. 2021 • Couples
We did the Machabee trail. The Hike itself was around 8km’s and around 2 hrs in time. The trails were really well marked. The park has been wonderfully kept. Highly recommended visiting for some fresh air and beautiful scenery.
Written February 24, 2021
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Lauren S
Lliber, Spain62 contributions
It’s not easy
Jan. 2020 • Friends
It’s not easy. It’s not kept. It’s rural and rugged and you will be stiff afterwards but it is worth it. Swimming in the waterfalls and walking through the jungle will give your Mauritius holiday a new dimension. The local guides are friendly. I recommend seeing this side of Mauritius 🇲🇺
Written June 29, 2020
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Shehwaz
Gandhidham, India854 contributions
Enjoy the beauty of nature
Feb. 2020 • Solo
Visited during a slight rain and it was wonderful. There is a little walk from the parking area. Few souvenir shops are also spread around the walking trail.
It is calm and you can enjoy the tranquility and the splendor of the nature around you
It is calm and you can enjoy the tranquility and the splendor of the nature around you
Written May 16, 2020
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rdf24
Mangalore, India432 contributions
Serene & calm
Oct. 2019
We were lucky to catch a glimpse of the Paille-en-Queue, bird of Mauritius found on the logo of Air Mauritius. Also got to buy good souvenirs nearby.
Written April 9, 2020
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Ash Mehta
Harrow, UK291 contributions
Magical but visit on Sunny day
Mar. 2020 • Couples
We were unlucky with weather as it was raining and cloudy.
View was limited.
What we manage to see was magically and peaceful.
Allow time to visit.
View was limited.
What we manage to see was magically and peaceful.
Allow time to visit.
Written March 14, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Natalie M
Johannesburg, South Africa5 contributions
Breathtaking
Feb. 2020
Amazing drive through on the roads to see the Gorges. Once you arrive, you can take a short walk from the parking to the most breathtaking view. it is gorgeous.
Not much else to see, unless you take one of the many hikes that you can do in the area.
Not much else to see, unless you take one of the many hikes that you can do in the area.
Written March 5, 2020
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ANDREW F
Clermont-Ferrand, France63 contributions
The easy way
Feb. 2020 • Couples
Take the car up to the Gorges viewpoint carpark. A little walk takes you to a breath taking path along the precipice.. No worries you're behind a solid barrier.. Hang around and meet the macaques they'll be after a banana or two.
Written March 3, 2020
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Дарья Johannesfred
Stockholm, Sweden28 contributions
Indescribable view!!!
Feb. 2020 • Friends
That was one of the place on the top of you can say: “Now I really know what Mauritius is!”. This is mind blowing view,you feel yourself the part of the nature even if there are a lot of people around. While being there I saw some fruit bats flying above and some monkeys playing nearby. Be careful with these monkeys,they are stealing things from the people! This is “must be” place for everybody:)
Written February 18, 2020
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Stephanie W
Mauritius7 contributions
Just absolutely breathtaking!
Dec. 2019
Love love love the drive through the Gorges, the waterfalls and the flora and fauna. A must do when in Mauritius!
Written February 14, 2020
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Kirsty
United Kingdom386 contributions
lovely walk and sight seeing
Oct. 2019
there a trail to follow, we stopped at three different photo opportunnities and walks. great mountain views, wildlife and birds to see.
it was great to watch the monkeys, they are jsut the funniest things. If you take a banana on the off chance you wont be disappointed.
We also bought a wooden budda from on of the locals selling wood carvings, last time we bought a monkey carving. they have handmade products for sale and a reasonable price.
it was great to watch the monkeys, they are jsut the funniest things. If you take a banana on the off chance you wont be disappointed.
We also bought a wooden budda from on of the locals selling wood carvings, last time we bought a monkey carving. they have handmade products for sale and a reasonable price.
Written February 11, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Adams2626
Kings Lynn7 contributions
What it the terrain like, thinking of what I need to pack in the way of footwear?
PeterE5
Sydney, Australia54 contributions
It depends which trails you do. There are some easy hikes on flat terrain for which sport shoes are fine. However there are some steep and rough paths and sections for which you really should have hiking boots
Ingmar d
Leiden, The Netherlands1 contribution
Is the park open on next Saturday (Chinese New Year)?
Bisogna pagare l'ingresso?
Steve
Rome, Italy985 contributions
No, l'accesso è su due lati e si percorrono circa 10 KM.
bohogirl
Warminster, UK128 contributions
Hi there - I just want to ask re the view point, can you see the waterfall from there or do we need to walk a little bit around the area? we are thinking to take a private car and so he can just wait 30 mins for us whilst we look - is that enough or we should stay a bit longer? thanks so much, Lisa
malc1005
Kettering, UK3,340 contributions
Hi, you can just go see the waterfall, and 30 mins would be enough time. We had a walk around, and stayed about an hour, looking at the sights, and the market stalls on the path down to the Gorge. Hope that helps Lisa
Bonjour
Avez vous les coordonnées de votre guide taxi car je souhaiterai faire cette randonnée. Je pars en août
Merci par avance
Florence
kcirtap
Birkirkara, Malta151 contributions
any ideas which route is best? possible, one that has a river or a spot when one can take a swim along the way as well :)
swati s
1 contribution
Hey..we are traveling with a 3 yr old.. so is there an easier route through car?
TenerifeThe_reef
Dorset, UK152 contributions
You can drive through if you hire a car, there is a car park at top were the monkeys are.
Charlie D
Chilton Trinity, UK37 contributions
Is the only way to see the the gorge and forest by hiking? Are there any easier routes that are accessible by car or suitable for people with mobility issues?
Kishan nunkoo
Quatre Bornes
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kcirtap
Birkirkara, Malta151 contributions
which trail is best in your opinion? reguarding forest ambient and bueatiful nature?
