Unveiling Mauritius Natural Treasures: Top Nature Reserves to Explore
- Thanusree Bucktawar
- Dec 2, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Dec 3, 2024

An assured touchstone in Mauritius is the astonishing beaches of the magic island; it is also a treasure for nature lovers who seek to discover the natural richness and the varied biodiversity the island preserves. Several outstanding nature reserves are available on this island for such exciting escapes into the most scenic vibrant ecosystems.
Everything starts on a journey into Black River Gorges National Park, a vast haven of emerald forests, gushing waterfalls, and a varied range of wildlife. Whether hiking one of many trails or birdwatching, this park offers immersion into the country's natural heritage.
If you feel like a coastal twist, you can pay a visit to Île aux Aigrettes, a tiny, amazing coral island devoted to the conservation of endangered flora and fauna. Our guided excursions show the island's initiatives in the rehabilitation of indigenous species and allow visitors to see rare species of birds and plants closely.
📍 La Vallée de Ferney is great also for nature lovers because it is a beautiful reserve protecting the most endangered ecosystems of the island-Mauritius. This wonderful place is all about relaxing trek through endemic plants and a chance sighting of fauna like the Mauritius Kestrel in the wild.
📍 La Falaise Rouge is well-placed restaurant at the heart of Ferney and offers a unique Mauritian culinary experience in the midst of lush greenery and steep cliffs. This place is authentic yet elegant, capturing the spirit of an unforgettable dining experience in Mauritius. Some of the signature dishes include grilled catch-of-the-day and some innovative desserts infused with local fruit. The menu embraces local flavors with local names, fresh and tender seafood specialty dishes, innovative curries, and much more.
Ferney La Falaise Rouge carries a green flag and encourages its guests to participate in sustainable practices such as buying their ingredients/produce from farms around the restaurant and lessening their environmental footprint, making this place one of the big names among eco-savvy food enthusiasts.
Lastly, visit the Seven Coloured Earth of Chamarel, where running bright dunes generates an otherworldly landscape. Also concept the close by Chamarel Waterfall, which is one of the signature sights of the island.
Each of these reserves provides you invitation for an ethical traveler to be one with nature while awing himself with its beauty as consistent with Mauritian sustainability. 🌿
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